Restore a House for a Family in Need - Seeking Groups to Volunteer as a Home Restoration Crew

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Interested in volunteering? Apply on our website: https://caprw.org/take-action/volunteer.html

Are you part of a group looking to invest in your community’s housing efforts? Community Action rents out 7 units per year to families living in Ramsey and Washington counties under 60% of the area median income. We recently acquired a new home in Shoreview for our Affordable Housing program. We are seeking a dedicated group of 5-15 volunteers to prepare this property for renting to a family in need!

As a volunteer, you will be under the guidance and supervision of experienced professionals. You will gain cleaning & maintenance experience and terrific exercise. With the rise of housing costs, your service will directly support a low-income family. Your service is a partnership with Community Action to invest in our communities together!

Duties & Responsibilities May Include:

• Landscaping: Help beautify the home's exterior by weeding and planting. Skilled volunteers may assist with tasks such as sodding, soil regrading for drainage, and installing river rock and edging.
• Painting: Support interior painting efforts by painting prepped walls. Skilled volunteers may also assist with surface prep, including sanding, spot priming, caulking, and minor repairs.
• Cleaning: Perform a final deep clean of the home's interior, including cabinets, appliances, windows, basement, and exterior surfaces.
• Other duties: Volunteers with experience in carpentry or other skilled trades may be assigned additional tasks based on interest and group capabilities.

Education & Experience:

• Must be at least 16 years of age. If under 18, must have a parent or guardian
• Experience with trade skills such as painting and carpentry desired but not required.

Abilities & Skills: In order to be successful in this position, each volunteer will at minimum need to possess the following abilities and skills:

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Must be able to function independently with minimal supervision, accept support as needed, and be an effective team member
• Must be self-motivated, dependable, and demonstrate both leadership skills and mature judgment abilities
• Must sign a Waiver of Liability

Physical Requirements:

Able to physically respond to the demands of physical labor, such as cleaning debris, scrubbing walls, picking weeds, painting, climbing on stools, etc. Capable of lifting 20 lbs desired. When applicable, volunteers should wear clothing appropriate for working outdoors or cleaning, as solutions, dirt, and more may stain or affect clothing.

Registration Info:

Interested? Apply on our website: https://caprw.org/take-action/volunteer.html

The Coordinator of Volunteerism & Internships will reach out to you. Email volunteers@caprw.org if you have questions.