Make an Impact in Your Community

Thank you for your interest in becoming a construction volunteer.

We could not help local families realize their dream of homeownership without the help of dedicated volunteers.

Roughly 80% of the labor performed on a Habitat house is completed by construction volunteers. In a given year, that means 300 - 400 volunteers come out to help build houses for local families in need of safe, decent, affordable homes. So when we say "We couldn't do this without you!" - we mean it!

Currently, we are building a house in Estill, a house on Lady’s Island, and operating our Home Repair Program in Bluffton.

About Volunteering

  • No prior construction experience is needed.

  • Skilled foreman are onsite to teach and supervise you at all times.

  • Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Volunteers age 16 or 17 must register with our volunteer coordinator by filling out the form below..

  • Regular volunteer hours are Tuesday - Friday, 8:00AM - 12:00PM.

  • Group volunteer days, team builders, and Saturdays may be scheduled by filling out the form below.

  • Activities range from building, caulking, landscaping, painting and everything in between.

Safety Measures

  • Every morning at 7:45AM, the construction manager will review the activities and safety procedures for the day. (Please arrive 15 minutes early to be present for this morning meeting).

  • Construction will be canceled in instances of :inclement weather including, severe heat, rain and storms.

  • Two handwashing stations and hand sanitizer are available on site. We encourage frequent hand washing.

  • Volunteers should avoid sharing tools, but when sharing is necessary, tools must be sanitized between users.

  • Volunteers must bring their own work gloves.

  • Volunteers may be asked to disinfect their tools, hats, or work areas at the end of each shift.

3 Steps to Become a Volunteer

  1. Review the Work Crew Safety Manual or Work Crew Safety Manual (Spanish).

  2. Complete an English or Spanish version of the Volunteer Agreement and Liability Waiver. Minors (under 18) must have a parent or legal guardian sign on their behalf. Please submit completed paperwork to JanHunter@habitathhi.org or print and bring with you to your first volunteer shift.

  3. Registering online before arriving on site.

Volunteer Location: TBD

Questions? Want to sign up? Want to book a day to serve? Want to do a group volunteer service? Volunteer on a Saturday?

Please fill out the form below.