Every year Women Build donors and volunteers come together to partner with a local family and together build a stable, affordable home. Women Build (WB) affirms that women have the capability and determination to be part of one solution to the affordable housing crisis – one family at a time.
Experienced staff will provide instruction, support, and tools. Bring your friends, family, co-workers–or come solo and help build an affordable home. Learn new skills, meet new people, and leave feeling tired and full of the warm-fuzzies you get from helping others.
Are you looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity that involves working with a team, being active, learning new skills and requires NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE? Volunteer alongside our experienced construction staff to help us build and repair homes. Full day shifts (8:30-3:30) are available year round, Monday-Thursday and Saturday. Half-day (AM)) shifts on Friday.
Do you have a motivated group of friends who want to make a difference? Are you interested in a team-building activity for your employees? We welcome groups year-round on our jobsite, Monday – Saturday. Some opportunities do require sponsorship, while others do not. To inquire about corporate or church sponsorship, please contact Zoe Trout at 828-301-8206 or by email. Keep in mind, the calendar can fill up months in advance, so book early! To begin the scheduling process, please email Stephanie Wallace or call 828-210-9383.
For additional information about volunteering on the AAHH construction site contact Stephanie.
Each day on the jobsite will begin with a safety talk and demonstration on the tasks to be completed that day. The site supervisors want you to feel comfortable asking questions and will work to meet your comfort level. Please click here to watch a Safety Video before your first shift.
Depending on the stage of new construction, volunteers can expect to: frame floors and walls, set trusses and raise roof ladders, build porches, install windows and doors, paint and stain, install cabinets, trim and flooring, stucco, landscape.
Our Home Repair Program supports low-income homeowners — often seniors — by making critical repairs that help them live more safely and comfortably in their homes. Since 2010, we’ve completed more than 500 repair jobs, and nearly 75% of the families we serve each year are supported through this program.
Work as a team to salvage reusable and saleable materials from remodeling projects and buildings slated for demolition. Typical tasks include removing kitchen cabinets, windows, doors, large appliances, and lighting fixtures.
Prior experience in construction or deconstruction is helpful but not necessary.
For more information contact Carrie Burgin at 828-210-9381 or cburgin@ashevillehabitat.org.
The Habitat ReStores in Asheville and Weaverville utilize more than 140 volunteers each week! These volunteers keep the stores running smoothly and support Habitat in providing a quality experience for our customers.
Proceeds from ReStore sales help fund Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s building and repair programs. This means volunteers are vital to ensure the ReStores remains a sustainable source of funding, allowing us to continue to serve more families in our community.
Global Village Builds
** Guatemala trip CANCELLED due to Hurricane Helene **
There are no Global Village Trips currently planned. Please check back in the future.
Do you have a group of volunteers looking for a week-long trip that provides meaningful work and the opportunity to engage with the local community? Are you interested in working hard and providing an empowering experience for your group? If so, come build with us!
In Asheville you will build affordable homes alongside passionate volunteers, future homeowners, and knowledgeable staff. In your spare time, you’ll enjoy all that makes the Land of the Sky so special.
For more information about Asheville, where to stay, what to expect, and more, check out our Volunteer Handbook.
Administrative Office Volunteer
When people think of volunteering with Habitat, often they think a hammer will be involved; but that’s not always the case. We also utilize volunteers throughout the organization including the administrative office. Office Volunteers can expect to perform a variety of office related tasks such as greeting visitors, answering phones, data entry, making phone calls, filing documents and helping with mailings. There are also sometimes positions available on standing committees and for one-time events.
We are currently seeking office volunteers for regular weekly shifts. If you’re interested in supporting Habitat with your clerical skills, please contact Jenny Bromley at 828-407-4388 or jbromley@ashevillehabitat.org.
Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is committed to an organizational culture built on humility, courage and accountability. We support a safe, ethical workplace that insists upon good stewardship and care of our people, donations, funds and resources. Click here to learn more, view our policy, and watch a training video.
61 Weaver Blvd. Weaverville, NC 28787
828-484-9432
Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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