Volunteer

Together, we build change.

Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County!

Volunteers are the groundwork of our mission, enabling us to bring a community together to expand affordable housing, transform lives, and help neighborhoods thrive. Whether you’re interested in building homes or supporting us behind the scenes, everyone can make a difference in Monroe County.

Whether you join us on the construction site, help at ReStore, or donate food, you help us build strength, stability, self-reliance, and shelter in our community. Explore the many ways you can get involved with Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County.

Construction Volunteer

Build a home alongside future homeowners. No experience is needed! We provide the training and tools you need to make a difference you’ll see and feel at the end of the day.

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Crew Members

Crew Members are dedicated volunteers who work alongside Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County’s construction staff to guide volunteer teams on build sites and help complete a variety of hands-on tasks. They receive training and support to safely lead projects, welcome volunteers, and make each build day productive, rewarding, and fun.

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Women+ Build

Women+ Build celebrates the empowerment and collective impact of women, nonbinary and gender-expansive individuals through community building. During this annual volunteer opportunity and fundraiser, hundreds of women+ from all walks of life come together to build two homes for families in our Habitat homeownership program.

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ReStore

ReStore volunteers help support affordable housing by assisting in a retail environment that sells donated home improvement and building materials at discounted prices. Their time and effort help keep usable items out of landfills while generating funds to build more homes for local families.

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Student Chapters

Habitat’s student chapters at Bloomington High School South, Bloomington High School North, and Indiana University empower students to support affordable housing through fundraising, volunteering, and advocacy. These groups give high school and college students the opportunity to make a difference in their community while building leadership skills.

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Breaking Bread

Breaking Bread Club

The Breaking Bread Club is a group of local restaurants and individuals who provide lunch for Habitat construction volunteers throughout the year. Their generosity helps keep volunteers happy and healthy during a build.

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Frequently Asked Questions

To volunteer to build a house with Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County, please contact us at ec@monroecountyhabitat.org. Our team will help you sign up for a volunteer build day and share upcoming opportunities.

No skills or previous construction experience is necessary to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County. Our crew leaders and site supervisors provide all the training you need on the construction site.

No, you do not need to bring tools to volunteer on the construction site. We provide all the necessary tools and safety equipment. If you would like to bring personal tools, please label them with your name

Please wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing that you do not mind getting dirty on the construction site. Dress for the weather and be prepared for outdoor work

To volunteer with Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County, volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Volunteers must be 18 years or older to operate power tools.

If it rains on your build day, we may relocate volunteers to the warehouse or reschedule work for safety reasons. If the site closes due to weather, a team member will notify you or your group.

To bring a group to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County, contact us at ec@monroecountyhabitat.org. We welcome companies, schools, faith groups, and community organizations of all sizes.

Yes, lunch is provided for construction site volunteers thanks to our generous Breaking Bread Club. Volunteers often enjoy lunch onsite with Habitat staff and fellow volunteers.

To donate building supplies to Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County, please contact us at habitat@monroecountyhabitat.org for donation guidelines and next steps.

Yes, many volunteers serve weekly, monthly, or during special events.

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