This Build Location is in Winfield, IL
DuPage Habitat for Humanity has been building up the community since 1995. DuPage Habitat for Humanity builds/rehabs scattered sites throughout DuPage County. Typical areas include Hanover Park, West Chicago, and Winfield. We also offer a program for Home Repairs.
Volunteer day activities can include anything it takes to build a home from start to finish. Typical volunteer activities include framing, siding, painting, roofing, laying flooring, hanging doors or windows, trim work, finishing, landscaping, and cleaning. We mean it when we say – every single task is critical for the success of our mission.
Habitat provides all the tools, building materials, and training for you; no construction experience is needed.
- The minimum age to volunteer is 16 years old with adult supervision required for anyone under 18.
Build Day Schedule
- 7:45 - 8:00 AM: Arrival, COVID Check-in
- 8:05 AM: Site orientation and mandatory safety talk
- 12:00 PM: Break for lunch
- 2:30-3:00 PM: Start site cleanup and closing remarks
- 3:00 PM: Thank you and satisfaction survey
What to Wear/Bring
- Sturdy, closed-toed shoes
- Layers of clothes you can get dirty/paint on (jeans or shorts, t-shirt, jacket)
- Hat with a brim/sunscreen
- Tools (this is optional; please make sure to label them prior to site arrival if you do bring them)
Covid-19 Safety Precautions:
Habitat for Humanity prioritizes the health and safety of our staff and volunteers. As a company, we have decided to follow CDC, state and local COVID guidelines, which include the following
- Masks are required for ALL volunteers and staff for INDOOR activities.
- Unvaccinated volunteers and staff are required to wear masks on ALL job sites, including for outdoor activities.
- All volunteers and staff should practice social distancing.
In addition, we have implemented the following guidelines to help ensure health and safety on the construction site:
- No sharing of tools, one tool per person, please.
- One person will be designated to use power tools, to avoid multiple touchpoints.
- All tools will be sanitized at the end of the day.
Where these guidelines differ from more recent CDC, state or local guidelines (given that they are changing regularly), the most recent guidelines should be followed.
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Interested in supporting our ReStore, lending your professional skillset, hosting a fundraiser or advocating for affordable housing? Get involved in our mission and we can find a partnership opportunity that works with your time and talents. Visit our website here to learn more about our mission!
