Join One Tree Project in Making a Difference

Shaping the Future is an innovative year-long therapeutic program designed for up to eight  teenagers undergoing cancer treatment. Developed in partnership with the Childhood Cancer  Program at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, the initiative brings participants into the world of  bonsai under the guidance of renowned bonsai artist Ryan Neil and his team at Bonsai Mirai near Portland, Oregon. Through the ancient Japanese art of bonsai, participants will explore  resilience, transformation, patience, and beauty while creating their own living work of art.  

To date, the program has secured $2,368 in awarded grant support and $7,200 in matching funds, demonstrating early confidence in the initiative. We are currently seeking an additional $6,101 to fully fund the pilot year and documentary to scale this program to additional youth.