Are you looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity that involves working with a team, being active, learning new skills and requires NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE? Volunteer alongside our experienced construction staff to help us build and repair homes. Full day shifts (8:30-3:30) are available year round, Monday-Thursday and Saturday. Half-day (AM)) shifts on Friday. We have volunteer opportunities in Buncombe and Madison Counties.
Do you have a motivated group of friends who want to make a difference? Are you interested in a team-building activity for your employees? We welcome groups year-round on our jobsite, Monday – Saturday. Some opportunities do require sponsorship, while others do not. To inquire about corporate or church sponsorship, please contact Zoe Trout at 828-301-8206 or by email. Keep in mind, the calendar can fill up months in advance, so book early! To begin the scheduling process, please email Stephanie Wallace or call 828-210-9383.
For additional information about volunteering on the AAHH construction site contact Stephanie.
Each day on the jobsite will begin with a safety talk and demonstration on the tasks to be completed that day. The site supervisors want you to feel comfortable asking questions and will work to meet your comfort level. Please click here to watch a Safety Video before your first shift.
Depending on the stage of new construction, volunteers can expect to: frame floors and walls, set trusses and raise roof ladders, build porches, install windows and doors, paint and stain, install cabinets, trim and flooring, stucco, landscape.
We are forming a small team of Core Home Repair Volunteers — a group of folks that can make a weekly or bi-weekly commitment to a specific day of the week. We’d love to have you join us! Please read below and then email Stephanie if you would like to give volunteering with Home Repair a try.
Home Repair volunteers help with a myriad of projects ranging from simply one-day jobs to week-long endeavors. Work include building ramps, installing grab bars and showers, replacing or repairing siding and flooring, building or rebuilding decks and stairs, painting/staining exteriors, and more.They work on existing homes in the community, to help low-income homeowners, often the elderly, be able to live longer and more safely in their homes. We have completed more than 500 repair jobs since 2010, and nearly 75% of the families we serve annually are served through this program.
Can’t make an ongoing commitment? No worries! We value your contributions as a single-day volunteer. Click here to see options and sign up.
NOTE: This program is currently suspended due to Hurricane Helene. Please check back in 2025.
Work as a team to salvage reusable and saleable materials from remodeling projects and buildings slated for demolition. Typical tasks include removing kitchen cabinets, windows, doors, large appliances, and lighting fixtures.
Prior experience in construction or deconstruction is helpful but not necessary.
For more information contact Carrie Burgin at 828-210-9381 or cburgin@ashevillehabitat.org.
The Habitat ReStores in Asheville and Weaverville utilize more than 140 volunteers each week! These volunteers keep the stores running smoothly and support Habitat in providing a quality experience for our customers.
Proceeds from ReStore sales help fund Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s building and repair programs. This means volunteers are vital to ensure the ReStores remains a sustainable source of funding, allowing us to continue to serve more families in our community.
Global Village Builds
** Trip CANCELLED due to Hurricane Helene **
As our longest standing tithe partner, Habitat for Humanity Guatemala holds a special place in our Asheville hearts. We are excited to return to Guatemala this fall! Read below for details.
WHEN: November 10-16, 2024
WHERE: Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
WHAT: Help with whatever their greatest needs are at the time. This could include building new homes, installing smokeless stoves and latrines, and/or putting down concrete floors.
WHO: Joel Johnson, Director of Home Repair and a Global Village Trip veteran, will serve as Trip Leader for a team of 15 individuals.
WHY: A Global Village Trip is a great opportunity to help change lives with Habitat, experience another culture, meet like-minded people, and do work that warms your heart and fills your soul.
COST: The cost for this trip is $1,956 plus airfare. This includes a $500 donation to Habitat Guatemala’s building programs.
To confirm that you’ll join this team, please register online. If prompted, the event code is GVA0036.
Have questions? Contact Joel at 828.777.4158 or by email.
Do you have a group of volunteers looking for a week-long trip that provides meaningful work and the opportunity to engage with the local community? Are you interested in working hard and providing an empowering experience for your group? If so, come build with us!
In Asheville you will build affordable homes alongside passionate volunteers, future homeowners, and knowledgeable staff. In your spare time, you’ll enjoy all that makes the Land of the Sky so special.
For more information about Asheville, where to stay, what to expect, and more, check out our Volunteer Handbook.
Administrative Office Volunteer
When people think of volunteering with Habitat, often they think a hammer will be involved; but that’s not always the case. We also utilize volunteers throughout the organization including the administrative office. Office Volunteers can expect to perform a variety of office related tasks such as greeting visitors, answering phones, data entry, making phone calls, filing documents and helping with mailings. There are also sometimes positions available on standing committees and for one-time events.
We are currently seeking office volunteers for regular weekly shifts. If you’re interested in supporting Habitat with your clerical skills, please contact Jenny Bromley at 828-407-4388 or jbromley@ashevillehabitat.org.
61 Weaver Blvd. Weaverville, NC 28787
828-484-9432
Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday
10am-6pm
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