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Volunteer Today

Volunteers are the heart and backbone of Habitat.

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Construction volunteers needed:

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We are building our new house at  606 Hemlock St.. and we needs lots of volunteers. Here is the link to our sign-up list: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084EABAF22AAF49-45358526-habitat

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Guidelines for volunteers at a construction site:

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1. View one of the following safety videos: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHaNvVqi2DA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNkvearyFs0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Fcm78ijk4w

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2. Sign up for one of the volunteer slots-ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST SIGN UP AHEAD OF TIME. NO WALK-ONS ALLOWED. WE NEED TO LIMIT THE NUMBER OF VOLUNTEERS AT THE SITE AT A GIVEN TIME.

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3. Wear close-toed shoes and bring sturdy work gloves.

4. Sign a waiver form the first time on the site.

5. Sign-in on the sign-in sheet so we can track the number of hours volunteered for this project and who is on the site.

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Time and time again, our community has demonstrated its generosity through countless hours of volunteering. Through this collective effort families have been able to move into their very own homes – Thank You, Volunteers

 

To see pictures of the progress on this build, go the New Construction tab.
 

Elizabeth City Habitat for Humanity still aims to seek passionate individuals and organizations to join us in our fight against substandard housing in the Elizabeth City community.
 

Volunteers of all skill levels, races and religions are welcomed!

 

Signing Up To Volunteer Is Easy!

Contact us today and let us help you get started! You can complete a Volunteer Application online. We will contact you for registration and scheduling. Check out our volunteer listings if you need ideas on how you’d best like to help!

Expectations

New volunteers must complete all sections of the Volunteer Information Form and Release and Waiver and return it to the Volunteer Coordinator at least one week prior to their first scheduled volunteer opportunity.

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Volunteers must contact the Volunteer Coordinator to register for a volunteer opportunity.  Only those individuals who have signed up for an opportunity will be able to participate.  

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If an individual is unable to make the day that he/she has signed up for, he/she should contact the Volunteer Coordinator as soon as possible. 

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Volunteers should dress appropriately for the task.  Individuals volunteering on the build site or at the Sale Store should expect to be working outside and should expect to get dirty.  No open-toed shoes are allowed on the build site or the Sale Store.  Volunteers not dressed properly may be asked to leave. 

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Volunteers should arrive on time for their scheduled build day or volunteer opportunity. 

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Volunteers with any special needs should contact the Volunteer Coordinator. 

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Safety is of the upmost importance on the build site and the Sale Store.  Volunteers should follow the directions of the Site Leader, Construction Coordinator or supervisor at all times. 

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Individuals must not be under the influence of alcohol or any illicit drugs while participating in volunteer opportunities. 

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Individuals under the age of 18 should consult the Age Restrictions Guidelines regarding applicable volunteer opportunities. 

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Individuals failing to follow the Volunteer Policy may be asked to no longer volunteer.
 

Types of Volunteers

There are many ways to get involved and volunteer with Elizabeth City Habitat for Humanity.
 

Below is a partial list of the types of volunteers we need.
 

  • Construction-We need construction supervisors, volunteers to build and people who are certified as site safety persons

  • Board of Directors-Members of the board oversee operations of the affiliate

  • ​Grant Writer-Researches and prepares grant applications for the affiliate

  • Family Advocate-Works with families after the closing to ensure their success as homeowners

  • ​Family Selection committee-This committee reviews applications, arranges home visits and makes recommendations to the board regarding new partner families

  • Lunch Provider-This person and committee contact local businesses and churches to prepare lunches for our volunteers. They also write thank-you notes.

  • ​Sale Store-Volunteers in the sale store are very important to the store's operation since we only have 2 paid staff members. Volunteers help with donation pick-ups, customer service and merchandising

 

If you have questions about any volunteer activity,

please contact our Volunteer Coordinator @ Jane Elfring or by emailing jelfri@bellatlantic.net.

 

Age Restrictions

We have the following Age Restrictions for any volunteer under the age of 18:

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Ages 14 and 15

  • Must be supervised on a 1:1 ratio
  • Must submit a release and waiver of liability for a minor signed by a parent/legal guardian prior to performing any volunteer activity
  • Must not be on-site during construction
  • Can paint, landscape, perform other light duties and help with site support
  • Must not work on/with excavation, demolition, power tools or at heights above 6 feet

​​Ages 16 and 17

Must not work at heights above 6 feet or on the roof

  • Must be supervised on a 3 youths: 1 adult ratio
  • Must submit a release and waiver of liability for a minor signed by a parent/legal guardian prior to performing any volunteer activity
  • Can assist with general construction/carpentry
  • Must not work on/with excavation, demolition, or power tools
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