we are strongly considering your logo but there are a few things I want to see if you can tweak: We did not notice the hand at first. If you want to continue with the hand, it must be clearer that this is a hand--a helping hand. I like the analogy, but it needs to work better visually. I also would like to at least see see one version with the river/road removed. This will allow you to make a stronger horizon line and a stronger sun element on the horizon to simplify the icon design (making it easier to reproduce on labels and smaller media).
Type treatment: I am fine with the top type treatment, though we will likely want to tweak the font weights to reflect more strength.
If you cannot get the hand to work - maybe you can play with the idea of the 2nd ranked Leaf and sun idea. Post something quickly b/c I have to select a winner soon.