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, roofing, 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 visit the Types of Volunteers section on our website.

Do I need to sign up to volunteer?

Yes, you need to sign up in advance to volunteer. Please contact Amy Drass @ 336.249.4307 to sign up for a specific build day. 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 (Lunch is Provided)

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.

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