Who builds the houses?
Volunteer labor is at the core of what Habitat does and is the reason we can build affordable houses. Many house sponsors provide the bulk of work done on their houses, making a double commitment to our family partners. Additional volunteers include groups from churches, schools, corporations and other organizations from across the region and beyond. Individual volunteers are also welcome. Our family partners provide 350 hours working alongside volunteers. Habitat staff and AmeriCorps volunteers provide assistance and supervision to the volunteers and complete some more complicated tasks themselves. Some tasks such as electrical work and masonry require paid subcontractors.
