Hyland R. Johns Grant Program
The Hyland R. Johns Grant Program funds innovative research on tree health, urban forestry, and ecosystem services to advance arboriculture, supported by the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund.
Funder: Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026: Letter of Intent deadline (projected) | October 2026: Full application deadline for approved LOIs (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per project; typical duration 3–5 years.
Summary: Funds multi-year research advancing arboriculture, urban forestry, tree health, and ecosystem services.
Key Information: No simultaneous submissions to other TREE Fund grant programs; see priorities and exclusions below.
Description
This program supports long-term research and technology transfer projects with the potential to enhance the daily work of arborists. Emphasizing innovation and practical outcomes, the grant focuses on advancing knowledge in urban forest management, ecosystem services, tree health, and decay. Projects should aim to produce results that are generalizable and accessible to the broader arboriculture community. Both qualitative and quantitative proposals are welcome, provided they align with the fund’s mission to improve tree care practices and outcomes.
