The Hope Goddard Iselin Fellowship in Public Horticulture supports graduate research and hands-on learning in public horticulture at U.S. gardens, funded by the Garden Club of America.
Funder: Garden Club of America
Due Dates: February 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per recipient for study at a U.S. public horticulture institution; typically one or more fellows funded annually.
Summary: Supports graduate students pursuing hands-on experiential learning in public horticulture at recognized U.S. gardens or similar institutions.
Key Information: Only one GCA fellowship, scholarship, or award may be applied for annually.
The Hope Goddard Iselin Fellowship in Public Horticulture, sponsored by the Garden Club of America, advances the study and practice of public horticulture through hands-on, experiential learning opportunities. This fellowship is intended for graduate students who wish to deepen their expertise at recognized public gardens, botanic gardens, arboreta, or closely aligned institutions in the United States. Established in honor of Hope Goddard Iselin, the fellowship aims to foster connections between people and plants and to encourage the beautification and stewardship of public spaces.