Application Deadline:
September 15, 2026
About Organisation
TREE Fund (Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing scientific research and education in arboriculture and urban forestry. Established in 2002, it has awarded over $6 million in grants to promote innovation and best practices in tree care. The organization supports research, education, and scholarships that enhance environmental sustainability, public safety, and community well-being. By fostering science-based tree care, TREE Fund empowers arborists, researchers, and communities to maintain healthy urban forests and ensure the long-term benefits of trees in modern environments.
About the Grant
The Safe Arborist Techniques Fund (SATF) Grant is a specialized arboriculture research grant focused on improving safety practices in tree care operations. Established in collaboration with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), this grant supports research into climbing, rigging, biomechanics, and hazard identification. Projects must address worker safety, tree failure mechanisms, and protective techniques. With a maximum funding of $15,000, selected projects are expected to be completed within two years. This arboriculture safety grant encourages innovative solutions that enhance safety for workers, residents, and urban environments.
Who can Apply?
This arboriculture research grant is open to researchers, academic institutions, and technical professionals from diverse disciplines. Applicants must propose projects aligned with worker safety, biomechanics, or tree risk assessment. Eligible proposals should demonstrate innovation and measurable outcomes in arborist safety techniques. However, individuals, municipal tree surveys, tree planting programs, traditional forestry studies, and product-focused testing for commercial benefit are not eligible. Applicants must ensure their research contributes to practical safety improvements in arboriculture and urban forestry practices.
How to Apply?
Applicants must first submit a Letter of Intent before the deadline. After approval, a detailed proposal outlining research objectives, methodology, and expected impact must be submitted. Ensure alignment with safety-focused themes such as biomechanics and hazard prevention. Applications are evaluated based on relevance, innovation, and potential contribution to arboriculture safety practices.
Application Deadline
The final date to request the Letter of Intent for this grant is September 15, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
