Nassimi sponsors tree planting event at Battery Park

Nassimi, a leading manufacturer of sustainably designed upholstery materials, sponsored a significant event at Battery Park on September 9, 2026, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The company’s involvement in the One Tree Planted Day of Service underscored its commitment to both sustainability and community engagement.

The event, organized by One Tree Planted, a leading environmental restoration organization, brought together volunteers, partners, and Nassimi employees for a day of tree planting and park revitalization. The location, Battery Park, stands as a symbol of resilience and remembrance, situated near the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. The day’s activities included planting trees in the Labyrinth of Contemplation, followed by park maintenance and beautification efforts.

Nassimi’s participation marked the launch of a year-long campaign by One Tree Planted to plant 3,000 trees nationwide, honoring every life lost on 9/11. The company’s support for this initiative aligns with its longstanding commitment to sustainability and community service. Iwan Nassimi, Executive Vice President of Nassimi, expressed the company’s dedication to creating a greener community space while honoring the victims, their families, and all those who helped rebuild and restore New York City.

Since its inception in 1978, Nassimi has been recognized as a market innovator, setting industry standards and always aiming to exceed expectations. The company’s support for One Tree Planted is part of its broader efforts to contribute to environmental conservation. Over the past five years, Nassimi has supported One Tree Planted, helping to plant over 50,000 trees as part of the organization’s global reforestation efforts. Since 2014, One Tree Planted has planted more than 171 million trees across 84 countries, helping to restore ecosystems and combat climate change.

Chelsea Durante, Manager of Corporate Partnerships at One Tree Planted, expressed gratitude for sponsors like Nassimi, highlighting their commitment through both action and long-term support.

The event at Battery Park was not just a day of service but a moment of reflection and connection. It brought together volunteers and sponsors to transform remembrance into local conservation, fostering a sense of unity and hope for the future. The day concluded with a gathering in the Bosque Gardens, offering a moment for reflection and connection among the participants.

Through its sponsorship of the One Tree Planted Day of Service, Nassimi demonstrated its commitment to aligning its business practices with environmental and community values. The company’s involvement in this event is a testament to its ongoing efforts to contribute positively to the environment and the community it serves.