Do volunteers need previous experience?

No experience is required; all volunteers are welcome on a Dallas Habitat build.

 

What kind of tasks will volunteers be doing?

Tasks vary depending on the stage of construction for the build sites. Tasks also vary for the ReStores. We ask volunteers to come prepared to work inside or outside.

 

Age restrictions for volunteers?

ReStores:

• Under 14: not allowed

• 14-15: must have one adult for every 5 youth

• 16 +: allowed alone

 

Neighborhood Clean-ups:

• Youth under 18 must be accompanied by 1 adult for every 5 youth.

• OSB Projects: 14 and up can participate 14 -17-year-old must have one adult chaperone for every 5 youth.

Build Site/Wall Shop: 

• Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Volunteers who are 16 or 17 must be accompanied by a parent/ guardian who will also be volunteering that day.

• The signature of the minor and the parent/guardian is needed on the Volunteer Release, Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement.

 

Can I bring a friend?

It depends on the opportunity! We would love to All volunteering opportunities have a certain number of slots available. 

Volunteering with a company or group: You must ask the person coordinating for your group. Contact us if you are uncertain.

 

Can we arrive late or leave early?

All volunteers are asked to commit to a full scheduled day. Please arrive on time to register and to attend the orientation. If you need to leave early, please let the Construction Manager, Site Supervisor and Site Liaison know when you are leaving and make sure to sign out.

 

Do you provide snacks and lunch?

We provide water. Volunteers are asked to bring their own lunch and we recommend a “brown bag” style lunch. We ask that everyone also bring a refillable water bottle.

 

Are there any waivers to sign?

When you register for any volunteer opportunity, you will be asked to accept two waivers:   
Release from Liability: Assumption of Risk, And Covenant Not to Sue agreement. 

Volunteer Code of Conduct: By clicking “Next” you are acknowledging that you have read, understand and agree  to DAHFH’s volunteer waivers.

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