Additional ways to qualify


The Branching Out Initiative now offers an additional way to qualify.

If you live outside the Branching Out eligibility areas but your household income is at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI), you can receive free tree(s)!

To qualify, provide one of the following accepted documents:

Acceptable Documents:

  • City of Dubuque Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) (formerly Section 8)

  • Proof of participation in a City of Dubuque housing program within the past 6 months (e.g., Housing Trust Fund, CDBG, Housing TIF)

  • Current-year eligibility letter for FIP, WIC, or SNAP (must include letters for all adult household members)

  • Hawki ID Card

  • Proof of HACAP Assistance

  • Proof of City of Dubuque Utility Assistance

If you qualify, fill out an interest form to begin the process to request free trees!

Interest form