Volunteer Opportunities for Youth & Families

Habitat for Humanity welcomes youth and family volunteers.  Although safety and liability concerns limit the construction-related participation of children under the age of 16, there are many ways that entire families can play a role in making Habitat dreams come true.

Youth Activities  A great way for young people to get involved with Habitat is through our Youth United Chapter. Youth United is a Habitat for Humanity International program run by and for youth ages 5 to 25. It brings young people together from all walks of life to play active roles in transforming their communities.

Youth United teaches leadership and teamwork skills, and participants gain a better understanding of the local affordable housing crisis. All students are engaged in education, advocacy, and fundraising activities.

For youth volunteering, look at our online sign-up for a list of events, each youth event will have "Youth United" listed before the title. View directions on how to sign-up online as a youth volunteer and fill out the minor liability form by clicking here.

There are existing Youth United clubs in most area schools.  For more information about how to get involved, please email our Youth United Coordinator Sara Parrish, or call the Habitat office at 434-293-9066.

Family Friendly Activities

Food  Prepare and deliver food to the jobsite for our volunteers and Partner Families.

Education  Make a presentation at your church or neighborhood association, or host a party in your home to help people understand the importance of Habitat's work.

Events  Help with logistics, set up and food at a joyful home dedication, neighborhood celebration or other special event.  

Join our family friendly events mailing list so that you’ll receive updates when events are posted or contact Volunteer Coordinator Katie Geisshuessler with your ideas about how your family could get involved.