John Z. Duling Grant Program
This grant funds early-stage, innovative research in arboriculture, with a 2026 focus on propagation, plant selection, and new practices to advance the field.
Funder: Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | October 1, 2026 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 for 1–3 year projects; one award per project.
Summary: Provides seed funding for innovative, early-stage research in arboriculture, with a 2026 focus on propagation, plant selection, and new practices.
Key Information: Requires 10% match (cash or in-kind); institutional overhead capped at 10%.
Description
This program supports start-up or seed funding for exploratory and innovative research projects in arboriculture and urban forestry. The grant is designed for early-stage, untested ideas that have the potential to transform the daily work of arborists. In 2026, priority topics include propagation, plant selection, development of new varieties, planting and establishment, and advancements in arboriculture theory and practice. Projects may use qualitative or quantitative methods, and interdisciplinary proposals are encouraged.
