Bob Skiera Memorial Fund Building Bridges Initiative Grant Program
The Bob Skiera Memorial Fund Building Bridges Initiative Grant supports interdisciplinary research advancing communication and understanding of urban forests, funded by the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund.
Funder: Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (LOI opens) | September 1, 2026 (LOI due) | September 15, 2026 (Full application opens for approved LOIs) | October 15, 2026 (Full application due)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per project; minimum $10,000; one-year duration typical.
Summary: Supports collaborative research to help arborists and urban foresters communicate the value of urban forests through interdisciplinary engagement.
Description
This grant program, established by the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund in partnership with the Skiera Family, Wisconsin Arborist Association, and the International Society of Arboriculture, is designed to foster communication and collaboration between arborists, urban foresters, and professionals in related fields. The goal is to advance the understanding and value of urban forests through research and projects that bridge gaps between disciplines such as public works, civil engineering, wildlife research, and soil science. Projects should focus on effective engagement and technology transfer that strengthen the role of trees in urban environments.
