Rebuilding Hope: Support for the Albert Family

In the early morning hours of Tuesday, March 4th, 2025, the Albert Family experienced an unimaginable and tragic loss when a fire completely destroyed their family business’ office and shop, the very base for all operations for E.L.M. Tree Service, Inc. as well as their family farm, Cedar Ridge Farm. The shop was built in 2007 and was a cornerstone of their community and a dream that Don had built with years of hard work, dedication, and love. This shop was a huge part of the tree service which housed much of it's resources and equipment, but was also the place where many of the animals were raised. Many can recall the times they have been “up on the hill” to visit, whether it be to pick up your family turkey for Thanksgiving or just visiting the farm and spending time with all those who enjoyed the shop as much as the Albert Family.

As they now face the overwhelming task of rebuilding and starting over from scratch, I’m reaching out to all of you for help. Insurance companies often don't fully reimburse policyholders for everything they've lost, even when a claim is filed. Ultimately, while insurance is designed to help, it's often not enough to fully replace everything you've lost, leaving you to deal with the gap. Every penny donated will go directly toward supporting and reassembling a lifetime of equipment and personal belongings as well as the rebuilding of their business’. The Albert Family has always been there for others, offering support, generosity, and kindness. Now, they need us. Your contribution, no matter how small, will make a world of difference and provide hope for a brighter future.

Please consider donating to show your love and support for the Albert Family. Your contribution will mean everything as they take the first steps toward recovery.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity!