Hyland R. Johns Grant Program
The Hyland R. Johns Grant Program funds research on arboriculture, tree health, and urban forest management through the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund.
Funder: Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | October 1, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per project; project duration 3–5 years
Summary: Supports long-term research and technology transfer to advance arboriculture, urban forest management, ecosystem services, and tree health.
Key Information: Letter of Intent required; see detailed project and eligibility requirements below.
Description
The Hyland R. Johns Grant Program, administered by the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund), provides funding for impactful, long-term research projects aimed at enhancing the work of arborists and advancing the science and practice of urban forestry. Since 1995, the program has prioritized research in urban forest management, ecosystem services, tree health, and decay identification and mitigation. Funded projects are expected to generate practical knowledge and technology transfer that benefit both professionals and the broader community, with findings made widely accessible.
