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BI-CAP Office Hours

BI-CAP Bemidji and Walker lobbies are open:

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday

Housing and Energy Assistance Program resources are available for pickup outside each office. A secure lockbox is available at each location for drop-offs.

Please give us a call or email with any program specific scheduling questions!

(218) 751-4631 or 1-800-332-7161 (Bemidji)

(218) 547-3438 or 1-800-332-7135 (Walker)

front.desk@bicap.org

About Us

Bi-County Community Action Programs, Inc. (BI-CAP) envisions thriving, prosperous, healthy, and inclusive Beltrami and Cass Counties. To reach that vision, we are committed to our mission of helping people in Beltrami and Cass Counties experiencing barriers on their paths toward economic stability.

BI-CAP was established in 1966 as part of the national War on Poverty and is one of approximately 1,000 community action programs nationwide. Current programs include: early childhood education, housing, weatherization, energy assistance, and youth education/employment services.

BI-CAP PROGRAMS

head start

A school readiness program which helps families provide the best possible opportunities for their children in preparation for Kindergarten.

supportive housing

If you are homeless or facing a housing crisis, the Supportive Housing Program may be able to assist you.

weatherization assistance

Reduces energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes, while ensuring their health and safety.

youthbuild

Provides an opportunity for youth (ages 16-24) to spend 32 hours per week in academics, leadership development, and construction training.

energy assistance

If you are experiencing difficulty paying your heating and electric costs, the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) may be able to help you.

The children and my amazing work family motivate me. I have learned a lot of great things about the families; I feel like they have become a part of my life. Everybody gets along (at work) and makes you feel like you are a part of the team. My work family is very important to me.”

-Dixie, 37 years at BI-CAP