Habitat for Humanity builds/rehabs scattered sites throughout DuPage County. Typical areas include Glendale Heights, Hanover Park, and Chicago South Suburbs. We also offer a program for Home Repairs.
No construction experience is necessary. In fact, most of our volunteers are brand-new to the world of home construction! Simply come ready to learn and Habitat construction staff will guide you from there.
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.
Volunteer arrival time is between 7:45a.m. and 8:00a.m. The workday is from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Please be punctual so you don’t miss the work-day goals and instructions necessary to accomplish the day’s tasks. Please be sure to arrive with your completed waiver. Minors must have a parent/guardian signature.
The minimum age to volunteer is 18.
Please wear clothing that you do not mind getting dirty or possibly damaged. Sturdy, hard-soled, closed-toed, closed-heeled shoes are required.
