Winter Warrior Build Day - Construction Volunteer (No Experience Needed)
ORGANIZATION: Habitat for Humanity of Dane County
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Join us in the battle against Winter! We'll be celebrating you, and the warm feeling that comes with giving back, even in the cold! Dress warm!
Schedule:
8:15 am - Check in with site supervisor and safety talk - you must be on site by 8:15am and check in with a supervisor to participate in the build day
10:00 am - Morning cocoa break
12:00 pm - Lunch break (bring your own)
3:00 pm - Clean up
3:30 pm - End of day
What to wear:
- Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
- Layers - work may be outside, inside, or both
- Closed toe shoes (work boots are ideal, but not required)
What to bring:
- Lunch
- Filled water bottle
- Habitat will provide all tools and safety equipment, but you are welcome to bring your own tool belt and/or hand tools if you like
Please note all participants will be required to wear a Habitat hardhat and safety glasses, at minimum, on site.
**If you bring your own safety glasses, please note they must be marked with Z87 to comply with the requirements of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Physical Requirements:
- Be able to stand for a prolonged duration of time and be able to walk, bend, and/or squat
- Be able to walk on uneven terrain
- Be able to work outside in various weather conditions
- Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
Parking:
- You will not be able to park on Janesville St. We recommend parking on the NE side of S Perry Parkway or on Sterling Dr. and walking over to the build site. Look for Habitat signs and a site supervisor wearing a fluorescent yellow-green hard hat. The supervisor may be in the unit in-progress (last unit at the very end of Kay Ct), so please enter if you do not see them outside. Please do not park and walk through the Woodland Village Apartments directly behind the jobsite.
Other:
- You will be working on a private, active construction site. Please note only outdoor portable restrooms, which may not be ADA compliant, will be available.
- Please do not volunteer if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or if you have been in contact with someone who is experiencing those symptoms.
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About Habitat for Humanity of Dane County
Location:
3101 Latham Drive, Madison, WI 53713, US
Mission Statement
At Habitat for Humanity of Dane County, we offer a hand up, rather than a hand out. Through our volunteer network, generous donors and sales from our two Habitat ReStores, we’re helping families achieve strength, stability and self-reliance to build a better life through shelter. In Dane County alone, one in eight people lives in poverty, including 16 percent of all Dane County children. Habitat for Humanity’s Vision: A world where everyone has a decent place to live. Our Mission: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Our Goal: Habitat for Humanity of Dane County will be a recognized leader, partner and catalyst for affordable housing solutions that positively impact families, communities and the environment. We are guided in everything we do by these fundamental values: Building communities and families Increasing sustainability Building efficiencies through partnerships
Description
Habitat for Humanity was founded on the principle that safe and affordable homeownership empowers people to reach their full potential. Our goal is to help families achieve and maintain sustainable housing. Through volunteer labor and donations of both money and materials, we build affordable homes for families as well as help low-income families make repairs on their current homes.
A home provides stability for families and children, as well as a sense of dignity and pride. Surveys show that children who grow up in a home are healthier, do better in school and will have better job prospects. Stable housing leads to safer, healthier and stronger communities.
Habitat does not give away homes or home repairs. In addition to a down payment and monthly mortgage payments, homeowners invest their sweat equity into building their Habitat home and the homes of others. Each family must also attend educational courses on home maintenance, landscaping, budgeting and insurance.
The combination of low construction expenses, volunteer labor and a low to no-interest mortgages makes these homes affordable. Including property taxes and insurance, the Habitat homeowner’s monthly mortgage payment is no more than 30 percent of their gross income.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Homeless & Housing
WHEN
Thu Feb 13, 2025
08:15 AM - 03:30 PM
WHERE
557 Kay CourtOregon, WI 53575
(42.92006 ,-89.3761 )
DATE POSTED
January 15, 2025
SKILLS
- Construction
- Home Repair
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 7.25 Hours
- - Be able to stand for a prolonged duration of time and be able to walk, bend, and/or squat Be able to walk on uneven terrain Be able to work outside in various weather conditions Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.