Make Homes Possible: Powered by Volunteers
Everything you do as a volunteer helps build affordable homes for families, helping to create more inclusive and equitable communities throughout the GTA. Even if all you have to give is just a few hours a month, you are making a difference. And hey! You will feel good about it.
Whether you’re a young person looking to rack up your community hours, a newcomer eager to build new skills, or a retiree who just wants to keep busy, Habitat for Humanity GTA is the perfect place for you to volunteer. That’s because we offer an incredibly wide variety of opportunities and locations that fit you.
Discover the numerous ways to volunteer and prepare yourself for a deeply rewarding experience. Begin your volunteering journey by clicking below, or scroll down to explore the various volunteer opportunities that Habitat GTA offers!
Are you a business or corporation interested in volunteering for Habitat for Humanity GTA? For a donation, your team can join us and make a difference at our Build site or Central Distributoin Centre. To learn more visit Corporate Team Engagement.
ReStore and Central Distribution Centre (CDC)
Habitat ReStore is a network of non-profit home improvement retail stores owned and operated by Habitat for Humanity GTA. Every gently used item sold in a ReStore generates proceeds that help more working families unlock the benefits of homeownership.
- ReStore Volunteers do it all – from greeting and cashing out customers, to merchandising and creating inspiring in-store displays, to helping inspect and quality control new products. You will play a key role in providing affordable home improvement items to the community while helping to fund affordable homes.
- CDC Volunteers pitch in at our main warehouse to help receive, organize and prepare products for sale for in-store and online shopping. A great way to use your hands and ensure that all our donated items are ready for their second life.
“I love that I meet new volunteers each time I go in store and sometimes I even get a chance to teach new people. Not only this, working with others in doing group tasks like assembling or moving furniture and organizing the store really builds up a bond amongst all. The most important part is that I get to practice the concept of diversity and equity by serving the community, which is really a rejoice.”
Dylan Pinto, ReStore Volunteer
Build Sites
Grab a hammer, put on a hardhat and help build affordable homes that families will graciously enjoy. We build across the GTA at different times of the year and no matter whether you are a contractor or have never picked up a hammer in your life, we can use your help.
- Individual Build Site Volunteers range from students all the way to seasoned pros. You will help in all aspects of homebuilding, including framing, insulating, flooring, interior finishing, landscaping and more.
- Crew Leads are the backbone of our construction sites, providing leadership and support to corporate teams, students, and our individual volunteers.
The Deconstruction Team
While many ReStore items are donated by corporate partners, customers, families and community members, larger items like a set of kitchen cabinets or bathroom fixtures need a little bit of help getting to the ReStore. If you love working with tools and taking things apart, our Deconstruction Team needs you.
- Deconstruction Volunteers go to homes across the GTA to carefully dismantle and remove entire kitchens, doors, bathroom fixtures and major appliances. You get to bring the goods back to a ReStore so they can be sold, with the proceeds supporting our homebuilding efforts
Power to the Youth: Make a Difference with Habitat for Humanity GTA
While we may not be using the latest social media slang, if you’re reading this, you’re exactly who we need. Your unique skills and energy are vital at Habitat for Humanity GTA and ReStore. By volunteering, you’ll be making a significant impact in addressing the housing and climate crises—causes that truly matter. Are you ready to contribute and create meaningful change? We’re counting on you. In addition to making the world a better place, volunteering with us comes with numerous benefits that work for you:
Community Involvement Hours
Fulfill your required community involvement hours for graduation. We offer flexible scheduling, allowing you to volunteer around your school commitments. Contribute to your community while gaining valuable experience that may influence your personal, academic, or career aspirations.
So Many Places To Learn, So Many Possibilities
No matter what you’re studying or want to learn, chances are we’ve got a spot for you. That’s becuase we have such a wide variety of teams who need help. Whether you’re trying to get more retail experience, become a planner, or master a trade you can learn with us (and do good while you’re at it!)
Learning That’s Actually Hands-On
Gain the experience you can’t get in school. By volunteering with us, demonstrate you know how to collaborate, stay committed, problem-solve, build and learn new skills and much more. It looks great on a resume.
Volunteer Co-op Opportunities
These are available in various departments including at our ReStores, Central Distribution Centre, Build Sites, our HR, Marketing, and Finance teams, and more. Customize your placement to suit your needs by providing details about your placement type, start and end dates, number of hours, and days/hours per week.
Scholarship Applications
Volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, a globally recognized and trusted brand, can enhance your scholarship applications by showcasing your commitment to community service and gaining relevant field experience.
Volunteering That Fits Your Schedule
We get it, you’ve got a busy life. With Habitat for Humanity GTA and ReStore you can volunteer when you’re available. We have opportunities for you to volunteer seven days a week, part-time and full-time.
Still Have Questions?
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