A Brush with Kindness Tree Care Program

A Brush with Kindness Tree Care Program

Overview: Northwoods Habitat for Humanity's A Brush With Kindness (ABWK) Tree Care program helps low-income homeowners in need of tree care assistance. Through this program, qualified homeowners can receive assistance with tree removal, repair, treatment, or planting.

Geographic Scope: Beltrami and Clearwater Counties, Minnesota

Funding Sources: Made possible by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, USDA Forest Service, and Northwest Minnesota Foundation. Available until funding runs out.

Eligible Projects

• Removal of damaged/fallen/dead trees
• Replacement of trees
• Planting of trees if none exist
• Trimming and treatment of damaged, diseased trees

Ineligible Projects

• Elective pruning of healthy trees
• Redecorating projects or unnecessary aesthetic changes

Eligibility Requirements

Qualified applicants must:
• Own and reside in a home in need of tree care (no rental properties)
• Have homeowner's insurance coverage (may be waived in certain circumstances)
• Reside within the service area of Northwoods Habitat for Humanity (Beltrami and Clearwater Counties)
• Income: Fall below 60% of the combined median household income for Beltrami or Clearwater County
- Single: $38,500 - Two People: $44,000 - Three People: $49,500 - Four People: $55,000 - Five People: $59,400 - Six People: $63,800 - Each Additional: +$4,400
• Be up to date on mortgage and property tax payments
• Agree to partner with Habitat in all aspects of the repair project
• Agree to work with Habitat staff and arborists
• Agree to be a good ambassador for Habitat for Humanity by supporting its programs after project completion

Program Information

Part of: Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative (NRI), Habitat's broader community development strategy designed to help transform and strengthen communities and preserve affordable housing stock.

Contact:

Phone: 218-751-4649

Address: 1357 Exchange Ave SE, Bemidji, MN 56601

Note: Applications must include all required attachments. Incomplete applications will not be processed.