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8 ways to volunteer with Habitat
Volunteering with Habitat for Humanity is more than just swinging a hammer—it's about building stronger communities, fostering connections, and making a lasting impact. Whether you’re looking to roll up your sleeves on a construction site, support sustainable initiatives, or share your skills behind the scenes, there are countless ways for you to get involved.
Let's start with the top 8!
1. Go green + volunteer with our sustainability projects
Are you passionate about the environment and eager to contribute to a greener future? Volunteering with Habitat for Humanity’s Sustainability Department is your chance to create lasting change!
- Volunteer as a group 🤝 - Gather your friends, classmates, church group, or coworkers and tackle projects like ReNew the Block! Be part of this one-of-a-kind neighborhood revitalization effort on the Northside.
- Educate and inspire 🎓 - Help with sustainable programming by hosting workshops, tabling at events like Earth Fair, or collaborating with local partners like La Crosse Area Waters.
- Love gardening? 🌷- Join us in maintaining the ReStore’s green spaces. Your green thumb can make a big impact!
2. Host a Team Build with family, friends or coworkers
Gather your family, friends, coworkers, church group, or organization and sign up for a Team Build! Whether it's for a family reunion, office outing, or just a fun day out with friends, we have something for everyone.
We welcome Team Builds to our current build sites, the bustling ReStore, or ReNew the Block. Start planning your Team Build today!
3. Become a salvage superstar with ReClaim
When buildings are scheduled for demolition or renovation, our ReClaim team carefully salvages items like cabinets, doors, and even historic treasures. These items are then sold at the ReStore, and the proceeds are used to build affordable homes for families in our community.
Over the past year, Habitat has completed 44 ReClaim projects with the help of volunteers like you! Through these efforts, homeowners and businesses have saved money while diverting 226,983 pounds of usable items from the landfill.
4. Work at the ReStore and score big deals
There are tons of opportunities to help at the ReStore – a retail thrift store and fundraising arm of Habitat.
- Rewards and recognition - Enjoy delicious food, exclusive swag, and a special 20% volunteer discount. 🎉
- Creative outlet - Unleash your inner designer by helping us create eye-catching displays. 🎨
- Improve the donation experience - Help unload donations from community member’s vehicles to make the donation process both safer and easier. 📦
- Social connection - Be part of a supportive community and build lasting friendships. 🤗
5. Ready to swing a hammer for Habitat?
Whether you’re an expert or have never picked up a hammer before, we welcome volunteers of all skill levels. Together, we’ll work side-by-side to construct a safe, affordable home for a deserving family.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Hands-on experience - Learn new skills and contribute to a meaningful project. 🛠️
- Community connection - Meet new people and make a positive difference in your community. 🤗
- All tools provided - We’ll supply everything you need to get started and keep you safe. 🧰
6. Volunteer from the comfort of our office
Our office team is always looking for volunteers to assist with tasks that help keep our organization running smoothly.
Here are some ways you can help:
- Event planning and coordination - Assist with planning and executing fundraising events, workshops, and community gatherings. 📆
- Fundraising support - Help with donor outreach, letter writing, and other fundraising initiatives. 💰
- Organization and maintenance - Help us keep our office space tidy and organized. 🧹
7. Special events! Big impact, small time commitment
- ReNew the Block - Spruce up neighborhoods with critical repairs and landscaping.
- Neighbors Day - Help your neighbors complete yard projects they no longer can do themselves.
- Tabling events - Represent Habitat at local fairs and festivals.
- And more! We have all kinds of fun opportunities year-round!
8. Advocate for affordable housing
Be the voice for affordable housing and help us create positive change on local, state, and national levels.
- Share and amplify - Even something as simple as sharing our events or social media posts can help spread our message far and wide! 📢
- Support educational events - Help organize and participate in events that educate the community about the importance of affordable housing. 📚
- Letter writing - Use your words to inspire action! Write letters to lawmakers and decision-makers, letting them know why affordable housing matters. 💌
Every hour spent, every skill shared, and every effort made helps build stronger, more vibrant communities. So why not take the next step? Join us today and discover how you can make a lasting impact—one project, one connection, and one community at a time. Together, we can build a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
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Darshida has been working to become a homeowner for years. She is a passionate nurse, a dedicated mother to four boys, and a longtime La Crosse resident. After years of hard work and unforeseen obstacles, Darshida and her family moved into their new home in spring 2023.