VOLUNTEER
Individual Volunteers
Want to make a difference in your community? Volunteering with us is flexible, and there is truly something for everyone at Habitat MontDelco! Whether your interests are in new home construction, home repair, or ReStore retail operations, we welcome individuals of all skill levels and backgrounds.
ReStore
Our Habitat ReStores are home improvement thrift stores that support our mission by providing valuable funding to our programs. Volunteers may assist with unloading trucks, prepping inventory, pricing, customer support, and other tasks.
Become a Core Volunteer
Our Core Volunteers are the heart and soul of our volunteer program, as they are regularly onsite to assist with builds or in the ReStore.
Construction
Construction volunteers make a tangible difference on our build and home repair sites. No construction experience is necessary.
Community Service
People needing community service hours often look to HFHMDC for the experience. We often see these volunteers long after the time commitment has been satisfied!
Group Volunteers
Our home construction, rehabs, and repairs are made possible through the labor of our dedicated volunteers working side by side with our homeowner families. Volunteers make a difference with a day’s work and a connection with a family moving towards stability and homeownership. We have plenty of opportunities that match your skill set.
Company Team Building
We’ve hosted companies of all sizes who engage their employees and encourage stronger relationships while learning new skills.
Faith-Based Group Volunteers
Building with Habitat MontDelco gives people of all faiths an opportunity to create a community of compassion through service, putting faith and love into action.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our volunteer team at volunteer@habitatmontdelco.org
Volunteer FAQ
Do I need to have construction skills? No, we do not require previous construction experience — just a willingness to work hard, learn, and be flexible. But if you do have construction experience (like carpentry, electrical, dry-walling, etc), we encourage you to utilize it on site with us!
Is there a minimum age for volunteering? All construction volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. Youth ages 16 and 17 are not permitted to use power tools or work more than 10 feet off the ground. They must also volunteer with a supervising adult age 21 or older. ReStore volunteers ages 14-15 may do so with a supervising adult age 21 or older. Age 16+ may volunteer independently at our retail stores. All minors must submit parent signature on our waiver form before volunteering.
What will I be doing on the construction site? It all depends on the state of construction of the home we are building. You might be doing demolition, hanging drywall, painting or landscaping. You will be trained for the task of the day by our experienced construction team. We work with small groups to assure everyone has a job to do. The most important thing to bring is your flexibility. Though some tasks may seem less glamorous than others, we assure you that all are equally important to the completion of the home.
What is the time commitment for construction volunteers? The day begins at 8:30am ending around 3:30pm. We ask volunteers to arrive promptly at 8:30 to review safety instructions. In order for our projects to be successful, we need volunteers to commit to the entire day.
What about cancellations for inclement weather? We build rain or shine as long as there is a roof overhead. If weather is extreme and we need to cancel a build day, we will attempt to contact scheduled volunteers via email or phone. If you are unsure of the status or are uncomfortable traveling in bad weather, our construction site supervisor’s cell phone is available in the emails we send with directions and confirming your participation. Please let us know if you will not be able to participate in your scheduled build day!