American Chestnut Foundation

The American Chestnut Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring the American chestnut tree, once a dominant and important part of eastern North America's forests. The species was nearly wiped out by a fungal disease called chestnut blight in the early 20th century. The foundation conducts research, breeding, and restoration efforts to develop blight-resistant trees that can thrive in natural forests. Its goal is to re-establish the American chestnut as a healthy, sustainable component of forest ecosystems, supporting biodiversity and providing ecological and economic benefits.