FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who are the Wood Angels?
The Wood Angels are a 100% volunteer 501(c)3 nonprofit charity of individuals led by a completely unpaid 7-person board. Our mission is to furnish low-income seniors, elderly, disabled, veterans and families with a truck load of firewood to get them by.
How are the Wood Angels funded?
The organization is self-funded. We have great community support. We receive contributions and donations from private parties, as well as grants and fundraisers.
What impact does Wood Angels have to our community?
Since 2020 we have sent out over 1500 loads of wood. Allowing us to service over 1300 families in our community.
*In the 2023 winter season we completed just under 300 deliveries between Sept , 2023, and Feb 12th 2024.
How are the Wood Angels funded?
The organization is self-funded. We have great community support. We receive contributions and donations from private parties, as well as grants and fundraisers.
When can I call to request wood?
The Wood Angels delivery season starts in the fall and will go until spring, or we run out of dry burnable wood whichever comes first.
Do the Wood Angels take wood donations?
We will take wood donations periodically throughout the year, check our message line 209-257-9667 to determine if we are taking wood or leave a message to chat with us.
*Wood cannot be rotten.
What type and forms of wood will Wood Angels take?
We welcome any type of wood.
Our preferred wood donation would be wood that is split already.
Next preference would be rounds in 12"-16" lengths.
Call us to discuss any other forms of wood donations you have.
Can I volunteer for the Wood Angels?
Absolutely, visit our volunteer tab to see how you can join us.
Does volunteering for the Wood Angels guarantee me wood?
No, you would still need to go through the qualification process.
How do I have wood donated to me?
All wood requests need to go through the Wood Request Line 209-257-9667 You will be asked to leave a message with your name and phone number. Please speak slow and clearly and repeat your phone number. You will get a return phone call to discuss your situation and see if you qualify for our program.
Who qualifies for a load of wood to be donated to them?
We are a nonprofit 501(c)3 and we are here to help the people of Amador County that are in need of firewood that fall under the categories of: Low-income; seniors, elderly, disabled, veterans and families. There is an application process that is required of all recipients each year.
How much does the Wood Angels charge for their services?
Wood Angels do not charge for firewood or own services. However, we DO accept donations to help cover costs, such as fuel for delivering, equipment repairs, chain sharpening, replacement of equipment as needed and also fuel for equipment.
Does the Wood Angels provide timber services?
No, the Wood Angels do not perform any timber felling or any related services.
How much wood will I receive in a season?
Approved recipients will receive one pickup truck load. The trucks hold between a 1/2 and 3/4 cord of wood. If needs arise for a second load, a request can be made and we will review the situation however, we cannot guarantee more than one load will be granted.
What kind of wood will we get if approved?
You will receive a mixed load of whatever types of wood that has been donated to us. We can not guarantee what will be in each load.
You "could" receive pine, cedar, madrone, manzanita, oak, and other types in your load.