FFN 2020

Our 2020 Impact

In 2020, FONA shifted its focus to grow and donate fresh produce, coordinate safe outdoor activities, and offer multi-sensory programming to support students, families, and teachers.
FONA Field Notes banner of 2020 annual report cover image

Holly-Days

The U.S. National Arboretum has one of the largest and oldest assemblages of cultivars of American holly (Ilex opaca) you’ll find anywhere today.
FONA Field Notes banner of holly berries

Evergreens

The Gotelli Conifer Collection in the Arboretum’s northeast corner is one of the world’s largest collections of dwarf conifers.Before you visit this collection and enjoy its evergreen splendor, learn how Arboretum scientists are using these…
FONA Field Notes banner of conifer branches

Winter Gems

We’re extremely honored Washington Youth Garden was recognized as one of Washingtonian Magazine’s “20 Worthy Local Charities That Would Put Your Donation to Good Use.”
FONA Field Notes banner of rose in national herb garden

Giving Tuesday

This Giving Tuesday, we are raising money to build new raised beds in our Demonstration Garden at the Arboretum. This Giving Tuesday, we are raising money to build new raised…
FONA Field Notes banner of lettuce heads in washington youth garden

Giving Thanks

Happy Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day! We acknowledge the Nacotchtank tribe …
FONA Field Notes banner of camellia flower

Transforming Gardens

Last week, the U.S. Commission on Fine Arts approved a new design for the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum at the National Arboretum.
FONA Field Notes banner of capitol columns in fall
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