Most people think of swinging a hammer when they think about volunteering for Habitat. Due to the tremendous amount of planning and management required to build just one home, we have a constant need for committee members and volunteers to help with various other tasks. Many of our younger volunteers (under the age of 16) and families who'd like to volunteer together opt to help out here... You don't need to be an expert in any of these fields to help out! There are many tasks that require only a willingness to learn and work with others.

Listed below are some of the non-construction volunteer opportunities.

Committees

• SITE SELECTION TEAM —
  This team consists of people who are interested in identifying potential sites for construction. This includes working with local government officials on acquiring land and lots for building, water and sewer hookups and working with the construction committee to be sure lots are suitable to build a house for a partner family. Those who like to dabble in real estate would be natural members. Others are welcome too!
• CONSTRUCTION TEAM —
  These are people who have an interest in and may have knowledge of home construction. This can include surveyors, architects, people who know building codes, carpenters, concrete workers, plumbers, electricians, utility people and building supply people. There is a lot to know about building houses. If you have any knowledge at all, or if you would like some on-the-job training, please join us!
• FAMILY SELECTION TEAM —
  This committee is made up of people willing to interview and work with families who have applied to be a partner family with Habitat. These people will also check to make certain that the applicant families meet the criteria established by Habitat for homeownership. Working with Family Support Committee, you will find certain joy in making what seems an unobtainable dream come true for some of these families!
• FAMILY SUPPORT TEAM —
  People who have good social/people skills that work with partner families both before and after construction to be sure that the families know what is required in the area of sweat equity. They provide a record of that time requirement, and help in the transition of true homeownership. These sponsors/advocates/friends may also help the families in the areas of budgeting and home maintenance.
• FUNDRAISING TEAM —
  This team consists of people who identify and approach potential donors (individuals, churches, corporate entities) for either cash or “in-kind” gifts of material, labor, property, or support. This committee also needs people who can develop fundraising material and help with grant writing.
  You will be surprised to find how eager people are to give when they understand the principles
  of Habitat.
• PUBLIC RELATIONS TEAM —
  These are people who can write articles for newsletters, and would like to work with local media. Persons interested in volunteering to serve on this committee may also speak to church groups and other groups and organizations about our projects and our mission. People on this committee help the affiliate “get the word out”
• VOLUNTEER RELATIONS TEAM —
  The people who serve on this committee help organize and contact other volunteers to set up time and places to work... whether in the office, or on the job site. This group also keeps track of volunteer hours, and sets criteria for volunteer recognition.