Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Fox Cities Habitat! We have a variety of volunteer opportunities at Habitat for Humanity and are certain that we can find something that is just right for you. No experience is needed to volunteer. We will teach you everything you need to know!
WHY VOLUNTEER WITH HABITAT FOR HUMANITY?
Your skills can help our organization provide affordable housing solutions for deserving families in the community.
WHAT VOLUNTEER ROLES ARE AVAILABLE?
- Construction – new, rehab, home repair
- Site Support Host – be the host at a Habitat construction site (AM only)
- Meal Donor – prepare and serve lunch to a crew of approximately 8-20; snack donations are also needed occasionally
- ReStore– cashier, floor/customer service, back room, deconstruction, donation driving crew, greeter, office
- Rock the Block – painting, landscaping, cleaning, light construction, community projects
- Logistics and Warehouse – help with inventory, tool trailer organization, prep construction sites, etc.
- Office – data entry, prepare build schedules, thank you letters and more
- Speakers Bureau – staff local fairs or speak at events to spread the word about Habitat
- Special Events & Behind-the-Scenes – this will vary but could include committee work, class facilitating and more
- Senior Crew – our core group of regular volunteers who fill in all roles listed above (you do not need to be retired to join – see below for more info)
Individuals & Groups
Individuals
Because of the COVID pandemic, we need to limit the number of volunteers at our project locations. Unfortunately at this time, we are not able to bring on new volunteers. However, if you want to stay connected with Habitat and receive updates on future volunteer opportunities, sign up to receive our monthly volunteer e-newsletter. Return to the homepage to sign up.
Groups
Existing Home Sponsors
If your organization is financially supporting Habitat through partial or full home sponsorship, we reserve opportunities for your volunteers. The Volunteer Services Department will contact you with information including team specific volunteer sign-up pages and links for volunteer spots reserved for your group.
Is your organization interested in learning more about a partial or full financial home sponsorship with Habitat? Contact Development Director, Amy McGowan, at (920) 967-8883 or via email at AmyM@foxcitieshabitat.org for more information.
General Group Opportunities
Unfortunately we are not able to schedule volunteer groups at this time. However, if you’d like to be put on our waiting list and contacted when group opportunities are again available for construction, contact Jodie Tiede at jodiet@foxcitieshabitat.org
Senior Crew
The Senior Crew is a group of individuals who give their time to Habitat on a regularly scheduled basis. While the majority of the members are retired, we have plenty of members who are not but simply have the time and heart to volunteer on a regular basis.
Members receive priority scheduling, extensive communication and specialized training. Perks include free Senior Crew clothing, name tags, social activities and more! For more information on joining Senior Crew, contact Jodi Isom at (920) 967-8882 or via email at Jodii@FoxCitiesHabitat.org
Are you already a Senior Crew member and need a little help with our VolunteerHub software? Check the video below for helpful hints in signing yourself up for shifts. Remember, you can pause at any time!
Minors Age 14-17
Because of the COVID pandemic, we need to limit the number of volunteers at our project locations. Unfortunately at this time, we are not able to bring on new volunteers. However, if you want to stay connected with Habitat and receive updates on future volunteer opportunities, sign up to receive our monthly volunteer e-newsletter. Return to the homepage to sign up.
Court-Ordered Community Service
Unfortunately, the ReStores are not able to schedule community service hours at this time due to the pandemic. However, if you would like to be put on our waiting list and contacted when community service opportunities are again available at the ReStores, please contact Amy Christensen at AmyC@foxcitieshabitat.org.