What should I wear?
- Sturdy shoes, preferably work boots
- Comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty
- Layers for all weather possibilities
What should I bring?
We will provide eye protection, ear protection, and hardhats upon request.
We also provide water and Gatorade to all our volunteers, stay hydrated!
What time do we start and end?
HFHLC only builds on Saurdays and Sundays.
Our build starts at 8am on Saturdays and ends at 5pm, with a break for lunch.
On Sundays we start at 12pm and finish at 5pm.
What if the weather is really bad?
If construction sites are closed due to inclement weather and/or road conditions you will be notified by a Habitat staff member via e-mail. To join our volunteer e-mail list click here. If you are volunteering with a group, the group leader will be contacted. You may also call the Habitat Office at 307-637-8067 for site status updates. Given our climate conditions can change in a matter of minutes, so please be patient. Please volunteer at your own discretion and just leave us a message if you need to cancel. Your safety is our number one priority.
How will I know what to do?
The site supervisor will present the tasks for the day and ask for volunteers for each task. Your site supervisor and/or Team Leader will ensure that you have the necessary materials and supervision to accomplish the task.
What if I don't know how to do my assignment?
The site supervisor will answer any questions that you may have.
What if a particular assignment or task is something I am not able to do or am fearful of?
Please feel free to speak up. We do not want you to attempt any task that you find uncomfortable, such as working on scaffolding or using power tools. We also don't want you doing something that could aggravate an injury, such as lifting heavy objects. Let the site supervisor know about your limitations.
What about lunch?
We provide refreshments on both Saturdays and Sundays. We provide donated lunch to all volunteers on Saturdays only. Our builds on Sundays start at noon, so you should eat lunch prior to joining us on the build site.
I can't really swing a hammer that well, what else can I do?
Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County needs all types of volunteers. Individuals interested in the ReStore, people willing to provide lunches for our hungry volunteers, or simply someone that wants to help promote Habitat. Please check our twice monthly newsletter or call us at 307-637-8067 for all types of volunteer opportunities.
Do you have any build days during the weekdays?
Weekday builds are only provided to large groups (9 or more people). If you and your group are interested in working on a weekday please contact us at 307-637-8067.
Are there age restrictions?
You may work on our build site, unaccompanied, if you are 18 years or older. You may work on our build site if you are 16 years of age and older if you are accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Question not answered?
Call us at (307)-637-8067 and we will do our best to answer any other questions you may have.
