Expectations
New volunteers must complete all sections of the Volunteer Information Form and Release and Waiver and return it to the Volunteer Coordinator at least one week prior to their first scheduled volunteer opportunity.
Volunteers must contact the Volunteer Coordinator to register for a volunteer opportunity. Only those individuals who have signed up for an opportunity will be able to participate.
If an individual is unable to make the day that he/she has signed up for, he/she should contact the Volunteer Coordinator as soon as possible.
Volunteers should dress appropriately for the task. Individuals volunteering on the build site or at the ReStore should expect to be working outside and should expect to get dirty. No open-toed shoes are allowed on the build site or the ReStore. Volunteers not dressed properly may be asked to leave.
Volunteers should arrive on time for their scheduled build day or volunteer opportunity.
Volunteers with any special needs should contact the Volunteer Coordinator.
Safety is of the upmost importance on the build site and the ReStore. Volunteers should follow the directions of the Site Leader, Construction Coordinator or supervisor at all times.
Individuals must not be under the influence of alcohol or any illicit drugs while participating in volunteer opportunities.
Individuals under the age of 18 should consult the Age Restrictions Guidelines regarding applicable volunteer opportunities.
Individuals failing to follow the Volunteer Policy may be asked to no longer volunteer.
In order to provide the best volunteer experience possible, our organization reserves the right to amend or update this policy as needed.
Sign Up To Be A VolunteerType of Volunteers
There are many ways to get involved and volunteer with Habitat for Humanity of Randolph County.
Leadership on the job site
Serve as a Crew Leader one Saturday per month
Serve as a site host
House Construction
Siding
Roofing
Painting
Landscaping
Drywall hanging
Drywall finishing
Finish carpentry
Cabinetry
Countertops
Site prep
Lot cleaning
Excavation
Install windows and doors
Framing/ rough carpentry/ salvage
Clean up
Electrical
Plumbing
Heating and cooling
Floor covering
Concrete/ flatwork
Construction Support
Serve on the Construction Committee
Help organize the warehouse and tool trailers
Facilitate professional contractor relations
Assist in build site assessment and feasibility
Seek donations of building materials and tools
Coordinate tool acquisition/management program
Homeowner Involvement
Serve on the Construction Committee
Help organize the warehouse and tool trailers
Facilitate professional contractor relations
Assist in build site assessment and feasibility
Seek donations of building materials and tools
Coordinate tool acquisition/management program
Friend Raising
Serve on a Volunteer Committee
Coordinate volunteer recognition activities
Coordinate volunteer training and orientation
Schedule and recruit lunch providers
Coordinate job site welcoming/assignments
Help recruit, schedule, and follow-up with volunteers
Historian-organize photos into scrap books
Take photos at events and construction sites
Fundraising and Development
Serve on the Fundraising Committee
Assist in grant writing
Coordinate and plan special events
Coordinate corporate sponsorship of projects
Plan/develop/administer fundraising activities
Write thank you notes to donors
Church Relations
Serve on the Church Relations Committee
Help coordinate church relations activities
Coordinate church sponsorships of projects
Maintain regular contact with one or more churches
Serve as a Habitat liaison to your church
Leadership Committees
Fundraising
Family Support
Board of Directors
Family Selection
Site Selection
Construction
ReStore
House Property Selection
Serve on the Site Selection Committee
Help look for available property
Research average property cost in designated areas
Contact land owners to initiate purchase of land
Maintain records of current property cost
Maintain a list of potential property options
Donate property
Office Work
Data entry
Update and maintain databases
Office cleaning and recycling
Front desk hospitality
Make copies, phone calls, filing, general office duties
Work on bulk mailings and direct mail campaigns
Help maintain website and Facebook
Design marketing materials
ReStore Support
Serve on the ReStore Committee
Serve as a clerk in the ReStore
Pick up donations
Salvage crew
Solicit donations
Assist in advertising
Price merchandise
Assist with special promotional sales
Repair donated merchandise
Give A Gift To Helps Build Homes
Sponsor a house-and provide volunteers
Co-Sponsor a house-and provide volunteers
Purchase something from the ReStore
Tool trailer, flatbed truck or pick-up trucks
Donate corporate team-building employee hours
Building materials or sub-contracted work/labor
Copy paper and other office supplies
Make a donation of any amount
Printing cost
Postage for a mailing
Signage sponsor
Pray for our goal of wiping out poverty housing
If you have questions about any volunteer activity, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator by phone, Rodney for jobsite (336)626-5594 leave a message or Danielle for the ReStore (336)625-1429 or by email at
[email protected] Sign Up To Be A VolunteerAge Limit
We have the following Age Restrictions for any volunteer under the age of 18:
Ages 14 and 15
Must be supervised on a 1:1 ratio
Must submit a release and waiver of liability for a minor signed by a parent/legal guardian prior to performing any volunteer activity
Must not be on-site during construction
Can paint, landscape, perform other light duties and help with site support
Must not work on/with excavation, demolition, power tools or at heights above 6 feet
Ages 16 and 17
Must be supervised on a 3 youths: 1 adult ratio
Must submit a release and waiver of liability for a minor signed by a parent/legal guardian prior to performing any volunteer activity
Can assist with general construction/carpentry
Must not work on/with excavation, demolition, or power tools
Must not work at heights above 6 feet or on the roof
Sign Up To Be A Volunteer