Volunteer
We offer group and individual volunteer opportunities available year-round. Your involvement helps power our mission to create stable, affordable housing in Central Florida.
Group Volunteer Opportunities
We welcome your group to join us for a Sponsored Team Build on our construction site, or we can bring the team building opportunity to you. From raising walls and painting to assembling playhouses, there are tasks for everyone.
Corporate Team Build
Join us at one of our build sites!
Sponsoring a Team Build with Habitat Orlando & Osceola does more than guarantee a day of camaraderie and fun. Your contribution helps us supply the materials and workforce necessary to build neighborhoods of affordable homes.
A Habitat home gives people the solid foundation necessary to build better lives, providing a stabilizing force for their families, neighborhoods and larger communities. Your donation will strengthen Central Florida for generations.
Playhouse Build
We’ll bring the build site to you!
Our Playhouse Build Program provides a rewarding group volunteer opportunity to build playhouses that are then donated to local children.
Sponsoring a Playhouse Build is a unique way to engage with your employees, boost morale, and give back to the community. Our Playhouse Build Program can bring the build site to you, allowing for increased flexibility.
Individual Volunteer Opportunities
Those looking to volunteer as individuals are invited to join our Crew Leader program. These special volunteers come to the build site regularly to guide less-experienced volunteers. We also have limited opportunities for individuals to join Team Builds.
Volunteer Crew Leaders
These special volunteers come to the build site regularly to guide less experienced volunteers. It’s a modest monthly commitment, and you’ll receive training.
A great Habitat Crew Leader doesn’t have to have professional experience in building or construction, but familiarity with tools and building materials is preferred. You just need a positive, friendly attitude and patience to guide those new to a construction site.
Individual Opportunities
Occasionally throughout the year, we have a need for individual volunteers to fill in on our build site. These volunteers will help with the same tasks our Sponsored Team Build groups would do, such as painting, siding, or landscaping.
These opportunities are limited. If you would like to participate, please click below to join our interest list.
Volunteer FAQ
When can I volunteer?
Contact our Volunteer Department to schedule your group's sponsored build day (sponsorships start at $2,500) Sponsoring your Team Build helps us continue our mission to provide Central Floridians safe, affordable homes.
Where can I volunteer?
Our build site days will take place at homes in our current developments in the Holden Heights and Parramore neighborhoods of Orlando. We occasionally host volunteers in our warehouse and in our office located in Orlando.
We also partner with organizations in Orange and Osceola County for opportunities beyond the build site volunteer days.
Are there any age requirements to volunteer?
Yes. All volunteers must be at least 16 years old, no exceptions. Some tasks have an 18+ policy. Task restrictions for 16 & 17-year-old volunteers:
- Cannot work on ladders
- Cannot use power tools
Only individuals age 16 or older are allowed on the build site, no exceptions.
Is construction experience needed in order to volunteer?
No, not at all! Previous experience never hurts, but it isn’t necessary. All construction sites have a site supervisor that will provide all of the on-the-job training needed for the day’s tasks.
Read more about volunteer expectations here.
What kinds of tasks are done by volunteers?
Construction volunteers typically help with one or more of the following job tasks: framing walls, installing siding, hanging drywall, caulking, priming, painting, landscaping, and so much more. You will find out your task prior to your build day. Tasks may change due to the ever-evolving nature of the construction schedule. You will receive onsite training for all tasks.
Will there be water and food provided?
Water is provided on-site. Volunteers are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle to reduce waste and ensure proper hydration. Lunch is not usually provided during the volunteer shift. Volunteers can bring a bagged lunch or arrange to have food delivered to the site.
Are construction shifts rain or shine?
Unless you hear otherwise from a Habitat Orlando & Osceola staff member, plan to volunteer rain or shine. Site supervisors can often adjust tasks to accommodate for inclement weather.
Do I need to bring tools with me?
All necessary tools and safety gear will be provided by Habitat Orlando & Osceola. If preferred, you may bring your own. Please label all personal tools with your name.
Can I complete my Court-Ordered community service with Habitat Orlando & Osceola?
At this time, we are no longer approving court-ordered community service.
What is expected from a Habitat Orlando & Osceola volunteer?
Habitat Orlando & Osceola works hard to create an environment that supports the diversity of all people. Habitat Orlando & Osceola recognizes that people work best when they know what is expected of them and, in turn, Habitat Orlando & Osceola expects volunteers to conduct themselves in a way that will protect the interests and safety of all Habitat staff, partner families, and volunteers.
Read more of our Volunteer Expectations.
Volunteers in Action
