Frequently Asked Questions

Not necessarily. Our team works to secure the highest incentives available for each residence, but many factors determine what incentives a household qualifies for. Some residences have received heat pumps at no cost; however, there is no guarantee that this will happen for every home.

No. All projects require that approved, licensed, and insured contractors perform the installations. Depending on the type of project, our organization will provide a list of approved contractors who can assist.

The timeline depends on current community demand and available funding sources. Our team works to reach homeowners as quickly as possible, but during periods of high interest there have been waitlists of up to five weeks.

Depending on the funding source, approval for incentives or grants can take weeks to months. After approval, the next step is scheduling with the contractor.

IVCanDO is offering no cost home energy assessments to see if residents will qualify for any of the residential programs that we currently have incentives for. We cannot determine whether they qualify for anything without doing the home energy assessment first. The most commonly accessible incentives are towards heat pumps and insulation.

While supplies last, we are also able to leave residences with air purifiers at no cost to residences that qualify.

The contractors we work with offer financing options for any remaining balance and are available to discuss those options directly with homeowners.

Not necessarily. Our team works to secure the highest incentives available for each residence, but many factors determine what incentives a household qualifies for. Some residences have received heat pumps at no cost; however, there is no guarantee that this will happen for every home.

No. All projects require that approved, licensed, and insured contractors perform the installations. Depending on the type of project, our organization will provide a list of approved contractors who can assist.

IVCanDO collaborates with organizations like KS Wild to promote forest and fire preparedness through resources like the Forest & Fire Toolkit. They also engage in projects aimed at reducing fire fuels and enhancing forest resiliency.

IVCanDO partners with Energy Trust of Oregon to provide free home energy assessments for qualifying residents. These assessments can lead to incentives for energy-efficient upgrades, helping households reduce energy costs and environmental impact.

The timeline depends on current community demand and available funding sources. Our team works to reach homeowners as quickly as possible, but during periods of high interest there have been waitlists of up to five weeks.

Depending on the funding source, approval for incentives or grants can take weeks to months. After approval, the next step is scheduling with the contractor.

IVCanDO is offering no cost home energy assessments to see if residents will qualify for any of the residential programs that we currently have incentives for. We cannot determine whether they qualify for anything without doing the home energy assessment first. The most commonly accessible incentives are towards heat pumps and insulation.

While supplies last, we are also able to leave residences with air purifiers at no cost to residences that qualify.

The contractors we work with offer financing options for any remaining balance and are available to discuss those options directly with homeowners.

Cans for Kids is an initiative where community members can donate Oregon 10-cent deposit bottles and cans. Proceeds from these donations support youth-focused programs in the Illinois Valley, including sports teams and educational initiatives.

This program assists eligible households in transitioning to modern, efficient heat pumps that provide both heating and cooling. The initiative aims to enhance comfort, reduce energy costs, and lower environmental impact in Josephine County.

IVCanDO has supported various recreational projects, including improvements to the Illinois River Forks State Park and the Rough and Ready Botanical Wayside. These efforts focus on increasing accessibility, safety, and recreational opportunities for the community.