Volunteer Opportunities

Database Administration:

Volunteers with experience with MS ACCESS software are required to manage our database and help Habitat utilize the information.

Data Entry:

Volunteers with general computer skills are required to enter data from various sources into our database.

Mailing:

Volunteers are required on an irregular basis to fold and label newsletters, stuff envelopes etc.

Newsletters:

Volunteers with publishing experience are required to solicit material for our quarterly newsletter and prepare it for the printers.

Office Administration:

Individuals that can volunteer on a regular basis during office hours (½ day per week, twice a month, etc.) are required for general office duties. Word processing experience would be an asset.

Construction:

Volunteers with a wide range of skills and skill levels (tradesmen, skilled amateurs, and eager helpers) are required in all phases of the construction of a Habitat home.

General Labour:

Volunteers are also required as general labourers to complete a Habitat home.

Catering Co-ordination:

Volunteers are required to solicit meal providers and assist them in providing food for our volunteers.

Meal Providers:

Volunteers and volunteer groups are required to provide meals for our volunteers.

Communications:

Volunteers with experience in public relations, advertising, or media relations are required to present the Habitat message to the general public.

Family Partnering:

Volunteers are required to partner with Habitat families and help them through the transition from renter to homeowner.

Fund Development:

Volunteers with fund-raising experience and/or contacts within the corporate community, among community groups, or foundations are required to raise funds to support the Habitat program.

Site Selection:

Volunteers with contacts among the real-estate developers, or the City are required to maintain an inventory of developable l land for Habitat homes.

Volunteer Appreciation:

Volunteers are required for recruitment, placement, scheduling, and recognition of the volunteers.