By Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity Always Needs Your Help

Nov 12, 2010 | 9:15 AM

Get Involved Financially
Why Habitat Needs Your Financial Support

While some supplies are donated, there are many other items that need to be purchased before a home is ready for a family including:

• land on which to build the homes,
• hiring of licensed trades people to ensure all homes built meet industry safety codes, and
• any building materials and supplies that are not donated.

Get Involved as a Volunteer

We depend strongly on our volunteers. They may be professional tradespeople donating a portion of their time and expertise, or first time builders who have never hammered a single nail.

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Benefits

• Experienced builders gain the satisfaction of knowing they have contributed something of real value to people who need it most.
• Newcomers have the opportunity to learn construction skills in a supportive and safe environment, and feel the pride of giving back to their community and their society.
• Other volunteers work behind the scenes – on committees, raising funds, supporting families and advocating in their own communities.
• Through their combined efforts, volunteers enable us to control the costs of home building, and make housing affordable.

Volunteers are a vital part of our history and our ongoing success.