Oliver Tree, the singer known for his hit "Miss You," outlined plans for his estate shortly before his death in a helicopter crash in June 2026. In an April 24 interview on the “Zach Sang Show,” Tree discussed his intentions to channel his wealth toward supporting artists rather than his family.
Tree, who was single at the time, stated that no family members would inherit any portion of his estate. He emphasized that even if he had a wife or children, they would not receive any money from his will. “I’ll get my kids through college. That’s the agreement,” he said, clarifying that while he intended to provide for his hypothetical children’s education, he rejected the idea of leaving them a lavish inheritance.
Instead, Tree explained that all of his money would be directed back into the arts community through a foundation he had established, named Dr. Oliver Tree’s Art Grants for Baby Geniuses. The foundation is designed to manage earnings from his music royalties and generate interest that would fund artistic endeavors.
Tree expressed a clear vision for the foundation's purpose, indicating he wanted the funds to support “the physical making of art” rather than educational programs. He also expressed hope that the foundation would sustain its mission for an extended period, aiming for a legacy that could last about a century. In closing, he encouraged others to contribute to the foundation to help maintain its impact over time.
The details about Tree’s will and philanthropic efforts became public following his fatal helicopter crash, underscoring his commitment to supporting artists and creative projects beyond his lifetime.
