Asheville Area ReStores are consistently top ranked in the nation – an achievement that would be impossible without our dedicated team of volunteers. When you volunteer with Asheville ReStores, you lend your special skills to help neighbors in need. The ReStores are a perfect place for those who don’t necessarily want to swing a hammer, but want to support Asheville Habitat’s mission, and have a great time doing it!
Our ReStores offer a variety of volunteer positions including:
Customer Service Associate
The register volunteers are the first people shoppers see at the ReStore. We’re looking for folks who like to interact with people, and answer questions for people throughout the day as well as feel comfortable running a cash register. Experience running a register is not required, just a desire to learn!
Sales Floor Associate
Help keep our ReStores running smoothly! Work with the managers, staff and other volunteers to manage one or more sections of the store, get donated items priced and ready for the floor, and keep the product organized on the shelves for good visibility. You can also help keep store sections stocked and tidy and generally assist our customers with their treasure hunts.
Donation Receiver
This position will include accepting donations directly from drop-off donors with an emphasis on what we accept and do not accept. Volunteers in this position would be responsible for maintaining a good relationship with both frequent and first-time donors. Staff will assist the volunteer in learning what comprises a “good” donation, and ample training will be provided.
Repair Volunteer
Each small and large appliance that comes through the Asheville ReStores gets tested, and if needed, repaired before it hits the showroom floor. Work with an awesome team of experienced volunteers to maximize the saleable appliances by testing, repairing, and delivering working appliances to our showroom floor each week.
Housewares Volunteer
Join our housewares team to sort, prepare, and stock housewares on the sales floor. We wash all textiles and dishes in need of a cleaning before they get delivered to the shelves.
Deconstruction Volunteer
Help our Deconstruction team salvage reusable and saleable materials from remodeling projects, buildings slated for demolition, and more. Typical tasks include helping to remove kitchen cabinets, windows, doors, large appliances, and electrical fixtures.
Looking for ReStore or Deconstruction opportunities? Start by attending one of our upcoming volunteer orientations.
If you have additional questions, please email Carrie Burgin.
Please note: If you are seeking hours for court-ordered Community Service, you are required to meet with a volunteer coordinator before being placed with AAHH. Please contact Carrie Burgin at 828.210.9381.
All volunteers must complete an annual Volunteer Waiver of Liability. Minors ages 16-17 must bring a completed and signed (by a parent/guardian) Minor Waiver of Liability prior to volunteering.
Volunteers seeking Court Ordered Community Service hours are required to meet with a Volunteer Services staff member BEFORE beginning work with us. Please contact Carrie at cburgin@ashevillehabitat.org or 828-210-9381 before beginning your volunteer service. Hours will be reported and a letter can be provided upon request at the completion of the volunteer hours.
61 Weaver Blvd. Weaverville, NC 28787
828-484-9432
Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
GET DIRECTIONS
The Asheville and Weaverville ReStores will close early for a volunteer appreciation party on Thursday, October 29th, at 3:00 PM.
