Aspire North Realtors Celebrate Earth Day with Community Tree Giveaway

04.22.2026

By Heather Sauer

On Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026, the Aspire North Realtor Association proudly celebrated Earth Day in a meaningful and impactful way, by giving back to the community and investing in a greener future.

Starting bright and early at 8:00 AM, our team welcomed an incredible turnout of community members eager to take part in our Free Fruit Tree Giveaway. The excitement was undeniable, and by 9:30 AM, half of the trees had already found new homes!

Growing a Greener Community

In total, we gave away 300 fruit trees, helping families and individuals plant roots—literally and figuratively—throughout our community. The distribution included:

97 Peach Trees
103 Plum Trees
43 Apple Trees
57 Pear Trees

Each participant also received helpful information about planting and caring for their new trees, ensuring long-term success and sustainability.

Community Partnerships That Made It Special

This event would not have been possible without the support of our amazing local partners. A heartfelt thank you goes out to Mundos for providing vouchers for a free cup of coffee, giving participants a chance to warm up and connect after picking up their trees.

We also extend our gratitude to Night Wing for capturing the day through photos and videos, helping us preserve and share these special moments with our community.

Looking Ahead

Events like this remind us why we love being part of this community. The enthusiasm, support, and participation we saw on Earth Day were truly inspiring.

At Aspire North, we believe in building more than just homes, we’re committed to building a stronger, greener, and more connected community.

We can’t wait to bring this event back next year, even bigger and better!

Heather Sauer

Heather Sauer is the Human Resource Manager for Aspire North Realtors, bringing a strong background in human resources, leadership, and business strategy. She began her career in retail management while earning her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Northwood University, later transitioning into human resources at Target, where she served as an Executive Team Leader of Human Resources. During this time, she earned her MBA from the Northwood University DeVos Graduate School.

After relocating to Traverse City, Michigan, Heather continued her HR career with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), managing more than 30 client accounts and partnering closely with leadership teams on employee relations, compliance, and organizational development. In the fall of 2023, she expanded her professional experience into business development and entrepreneurship.

In addition to her role at Aspire North Realtors, Heather is also an independent travel agent, helping individuals, families, and groups plan seamless, memorable travel experiences. Her passion for service, organization, and relationship-building carries through both her HR and travel work.