Habitat for Humanity

Building homes, community, and hope

Habitat for Humanity

Chris Gillespie, Executive Director:
cgillespie@habitatalamance.org
Mailing Address – P.O. Box 5036 Burlington, NC 27216
Office Address – 1176 N. Church St. Burlington, NC 27217
www.habitatalamance.org

Habitat for Humanity believes that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. We build houses using volunteer labor and donations. Our partner families purchase these houses through no-profit, no-interest mortgage loans.

As a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry that builds with people in need regardless of race or religion, we welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds. Habitat for Humanity houses are simple, decent, and affordable to low-income families around the world. Whenever possible, we build sustainable, energy-efficient and healthy housing. Habitat builds houses, community, and hope.

WAYS YOU CAN HELP:

  • Pray for the ministry of Habitat

  • Volunteer to serve on the construction site (see service opportunity details above)

  • Donate snacks or meals for groups serving on job sites

  • Volunteer to serve at the ReStore, using decorating talent, serving customers, or moving furniture

  • Volunteer in the office periodically with simple office tasks

  • Donate household goods, appliances, or building materials to the ReStore

  • Donate a vehicle through the Cars for Homes program (proceeds come to this affiliate)

  • Volunteer to lead a class that prepares homeowners to be successful

  • Become an advocate for Habitat in the community

  • Become a financial supporter of Habitat

SERVING OPPORTUNITIES:

Project: Weekday Job Site Volunteers

Description: Serve once or regularly on the Habitat job site.

Day & Time: Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays, and/or Fridays from 7:45 am – 11:30 am

Location: Varies. Typically there are at least 3 houses under construction at a time.

Requirements: Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older.  All work is supervised by a Habitat staff member who is a licensed general contractor in NC. To schedule a time to serve, contact Cathy Lamb or Chris Gillespie in the Habitat office at 336.222.8191.  Volunteers receive information/orientation sheets and sign liability waivers.