Testimonials

“While I neither do research nor receive funding from the TREE Fund, my work could not exist without it. TREE Fund-supported research into structural soils, tree staking, transplanting, pruning, and tree preservation all have influenced my work in developing better techniques for urban tree planting designs, and have given me the confidence to write, lecture about, utilize and recommend new approaches.” - James Urban, FASLA, ISA
— James Urban, FASLA, ISA

“We are so excited about the opportunity to expand the Arboriculture Education program at our Outdoor Education Science Camp. We truly appreciate the TREE Fund for all of its support with this wonderful opportunity.”

– Emily Brady, San Joaquin County Office of Education’s Research and Grant Development Project Liaison

“It was an honor to receive the Robert Felix Memorial Scholarship. Growing up in the tree care industry, I have had a passion for trees and the outdoors since my childhood. I am very appreciative of the foresight and impact the Felix family had to establish a fund to encourage arboricultural education.”

– David W. Golon, CTSP, MCA, University of Massachusetts Amherst Graduate

“The TREE fund makes it happen. I was awarded the Robert Felix Memorial Award and it has been one of the main reasons that I will be beginning my career in the arboricultural industry. Oh, and it can really help knock those loans down, too. I am honored to have been given an award that is named for the former executive VP of TCIA, Robert Felix. Thanks again!”

– Frank Grano, Bartlett Tree Experts

“I would like to take a moment to thank the TREE fund for providing me with the Robert Felix Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship has benefited me greatly in my academic career. It has also allowed me to become more involved in the tree care industry by providing me with the necessary equipment. A lot of doors have opened as a result of this award, thanks again!”

– Dan Gjertson, UW-Madison Horticulture Graduate

“Receiving a scholarship from the TREE Fund allowed me to focus more time on my studies and less time on working to pay for them. Additionally, as I graduate… I will be more able to establish a family with my wife.”

– Andres VanNatta, Master of Urban Planning candidate, UW- Milwaukee

“Tree Research is important on so many levels. The TREE Fund supported part of my graduate studies and I feel it’s time to do my part to keep research going.”

– Julia Bartens, Researcher in Urban Forestry, UC-Davis

“By receiving the scholarship from the TREE Fund, I was able to focus more on my studies and getting involved in extracurricular activities, such as the Society of American Foresters.”

– Matthew Bauer, Undergraduate student, UW – Stevens Point