Habitat for Humanity-Spokane is taking a proactive stance on COVID-19. We are following recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and additionally, we have established an internal Safety Procedures plan that we will implement in response to this ongoing global health emergency. You can review our Safety Guidelines here:
Safety ProceduresIndividual Volunteer Opportunities
Individual volunteers play a huge role in the success of Habitat for Humanity-Spokane. Volunteering with us is a great way to learn new skills, meet new people, and have fun while helping strengthen our community.
There are opportunities to volunteer with Habitat year-round. You can sign up to volunteer at the Habitat Store or join us on the construction site building homes.
Work in the Habitat Store
The Habitat Store serves our work of building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. One hundred percent of proceeds from donations of new and gently used items help fund our mission.
The store depends on enthusiastic volunteers for everything from helping customers to arranging merchandise. Whether you prefer interacting with the public or working behind the scenes, we have a volunteer opportunity for you.
Available shifts are 9:00 AM-1:00 PM or 1:00-5:00 PM, Monday through Saturday year-round. Sign up for the entire day or just one shift.
Every volunteer must sign up online and download and submit a volunteer waiver form at least 48 hours prior to their shift.
Store FAQs
How do I sign up to volunteer at the Store?
Individuals interested in volunteering at the Habitat Store can sign up online: https://habitat-spokane.volunteerhub.com/lp/habitatstore/events/index.
What days can I volunteer?
Store volunteer shifts are 9:00 AM-1:00 PM or 1:00-5:00 PM, Monday through Saturday year-round. Sign up for the entire day or just one shift.
How old do I have to be to volunteer at the Store?
Store volunteers must be at least 16-years-old.
What should I wear when volunteering?
Store volunteers are required to wear closed-toed shoes and a shirt with sleeves. Store volunteers may wear shorts, as long as they are knee-length. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Please also consider that you will be volunteering in a customer-service environment and should choose clothing that would not be considered offensive.
What sorts of skills are needed to work at the Habitat Store?
None! We will work with you to find a position you enjoy and then train you.
Do I need to sign up to volunteer at the Store?
Yes. To make sure the Store is properly staffed, and to ensure our volunteers have a great experience while working with us, we ask all Store volunteers to sign up for shifts.
Volunteer Requirements
- Must be 16 years old
- Individuals under the age of 18 must have parent/guardian sign a waiver
- Close-toed shoes and shirts with sleeves required
- Fill out a Volunteer Application and Waiver prior to volunteering.
- Store volunteers must fill out a Volunteer Application and Waiver at least 48 hours prior to volunteering.
Construction
Construction volunteers work alongside our professional construction supervisors, other experienced and non-experienced volunteers, and future Habitat homeowners. No prior experience is necessary! Our construction team will provide all the training you will need and lead you through all tasks assigned for the day.
Volunteers are involved in almost every aspect of the building process including framing, drywall, insulation, siding, floor installation, painting and more.
You will gain valuable skills while having fun and giving back to your community.
Available shifts are 8:30 AM-noon or 12:30 -4:30 PM, Wednesday through Saturday year-round. Sign up for the whole day or just one shift.
Every volunteer must sign up online and download and submit a volunteer waiver form.
A volunteer shuttle runs from the Habitat-Spokane office at 7:30 am and returns at 5:00 pm if you don’t want to drive to the jobsite.
Please do not use GPS when driving to the job site. The addresses are too new and not listed. You will likely get lost. Please follow these linked directions.
Construction FAQs
How do I get to the construction site? Don’ t use Google Maps! Please follow our provided directions.
I’ve never held a hammer in my life. Can I still volunteer?
Yes! We welcome volunteers of any skill level and provide all the training you will need. No previous construction experience is required.
What is a typical volunteer day schedule?
Our construction sites are open to volunteers Wednesday through Saturday, year-round. Two shifts are available each day: 8:30 AM – noon and 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM. You can sign up for the entire day or just one shift.
How old do I have to be to volunteer?
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a waiver form.
What should I wear?
We require volunteers to wear closed-toed shoes and shirts with sleeves. Volunteers not dressed appropriately may not stay on an active construction site. We suggest layered clothing for all weather conditions
What about weather conditions?
We typically build rain, snow or shine, but if weather conditions cause safety concerns, your build day may be cancelled. We try to provide as much advance notice as the weather allows, and we will contact volunteers accordingly. If you don’t hear from us, dress accordingly!
Should I bring my own lunch?
Yes, unless you are told otherwise, please bring your own lunch.
What should I bring? Do I need my own tools?
All the tools you need will be provided. However, you may bring your own work gloves, hard hat, and safety goggles if you prefer. Please make sure everything is labeled. DO bring a lunch, water bottle, sunscreen, and layered clothing. Please leave valuables at home as there is no secure storage at any of our sites.
What if I want to organize a group to volunteer?
If you wish to bring a group out to volunteer, please contact our office at volunteercoordinator@habitat-spokane.org or call us at (509) 534-2552.
I have to cancel! What do I do?
Login to your volunteer account on VolunteerHub to view your reservation and then follow the prompts to cancel. Or you can contact our office at volunteercoordinator@habitat-spokane.org or call us at (509) 534-2552.
