The Davey Tree Expert Company Community Arboriculture Education Grant Program
Supports nonprofit programs that provide hands-on education and training in arboriculture and urban forestry across the U.S. through sustainable, impactful initiatives.
Funder: Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Two grants of $5,000 awarded annually; projects must be completed within one year; no project may receive more than one award within a two-year period.
Summary: Supports nonprofit programs delivering hands-on education and training in arboriculture and urban forestry across the U.S.
Key Information: Not for individual scholarships, tree planting, or municipal tree surveys; only nonprofit educational initiatives are eligible.
Description
Launched in 2024, this permanently restricted endowment grant program from the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund) is designed to address the ongoing need for comprehensive education and training in tree care and urban forestry across the United States. The grant supports nonprofit educational programs that provide hands-on, interactive, or experiential learning opportunities in arboriculture and urban forestry. The focus is on creating impactful, sustainable initiatives that benefit multiple organizations and promote best practices in tree care. Example projects include community workshops led by certified arborists or job fairs for urban forestry students. The grant does not fund scholarships for individuals, tree planting programs, or municipal tree surveys.
