Volunteer FAQs

What volunteer opportunities are available?

Our most common volunteer opportunity is to help on a build site. Construction volunteers help with various tasks, including framing,  drywall, painting, or siding. We also look for individuals to volunteer to provide lunch to the construction volunteers on build days. For a description of these and other volunteer opportunities, please read below.

Do I need to sign up to volunteer?

Yes, you need to sign up in advance to volunteer. To volunteer on a house build, please contact Amy Drass @ 336.300.7315 to sign up for a specific build day. To volunteer in the ReStore, please call 336.249.4307.  Check out our calendar of Volunteer Opportunities on our website. If you have never volunteered with us before, you will need to fill out a Volunteer Information Form and a Release and Waiver.

What do I wear?

Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and the task for your volunteer day. For your safety, no open­ toed shoes are allowed. Sunscreen is also recommended if you are working outside. Remember, you are working on a construction site. So you will get dirty!

What do I bring?

If you have them, bring safety glasses, a hammer, tape measure and gloves. If you do not have these items, they will be provided for you.

What should I expect for a build day?

7:45 AM Check In at Build Site

8:00 AM Morning Devotion and Safety Meeting

8:10 AM Construction Begins

12:00 PM Lunch Break 

12:30 PM Construction Resumes

3:00 PM Clean­ Up

3:30 PM Build Day Ends

What if I have no previous construction experience?

No previous construction experience is required. Volunteers are divided up into teams with a Crew Leader. The Crew Leader will mentor you and teach you everything you need to know.

What if I have previous construction experience?

We are always looking for Crew Leaders to help lead groups of volunteers. If you are interested in being a Crew Leader, please contact Marjorie Parker for more details.

What will I do when volunteering with ReStore?

You will help process donations, clean our store and help display donations.

Are there any age­ restrictions for volunteers?

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

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 on­site 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 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

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

Who do I contact for more information?

Please use our Contact Us page to message Amy Drass or call her  336.249.4307 for more information.

We look forward to you volunteering with us!