Needs From: United Way of Rhode Island

Volunteer: Donation Truck Assistant Needed - South County Habitat

Our ReStore team is looking for a  Donation Truck Assistant Volunteer!

Take a tour of wonderful Rhode Island while picking up furniture donations! It’s an awesome way to explore the state, get a workout, and make a big impact, all in one shift.

Volunteers in this position are comfortable lifting furniture such as sofas, dressers, tables, etc., with the help of our staff, a hand truck, and our truck's lift gate!  

Shifts run from 9AM – 2PM, Tuesday to Friday, and we ask for just one day a week, or biweekly.

Requirements:

9-2PM commitment, one day a weekComfortable lifting heavier furniture with the help of a staff member (i.e. sofas, dressers, tables, etc.)Must be 18+ to participate.

We're currently in need of Saturday morning assistants!

If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Emily, at emily@southcountyhabitat.org.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Our ReStore team is looking for a  Donation Truck Assistant Volunteer!

Take a tour of wonderful Rhode Island while picking up furniture donations! It’s an awesome way to explore the state, get a workout, and make a big impact, all in one shift.

Volunteers in this position are comfortable lifting furniture such as sofas, dressers, tables, etc., with the help of our staff, a hand truck, and our truck's lift gate!  

Shifts run from 9AM – 2PM, Tuesday to Friday, and we ask for just one day a week, or biweekly.

Requirements:

9-2PM commitment, one day a weekComfortable lifting heavier furniture with the help of a staff member (i.e. sofas, dressers, tables, etc.)Must be 18+ to participate.

We're currently in need of Saturday morning assistants!

If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Emily, at emily@southcountyhabitat.org.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02813

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Street Team Volunteers Needed - South County Habitat

Are you looking to be more active in your community, figuratively and literally? Get your steps in and become a part of our street team!

Help grow our group of 20+ street team volunteers who post flyers all around Washington County to promote our organization and recruit volunteers. We have locations needing coverage in every town!

This is the perfect opportunity for volunteers with limited amounts of time to give, but still want to be involved.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Are you looking to be more active in your community, figuratively and literally? Get your steps in and become a part of our street team!

Help grow our group of 20+ street team volunteers who post flyers all around Washington County to promote our organization and recruit volunteers. We have locations needing coverage in every town!

This is the perfect opportunity for volunteers with limited amounts of time to give, but still want to be involved.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02813

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Photographer Needed - South County Habitat

Are you a photographer with a great eye looking to make an impact?

South County Habitat for Humanity is seeking a volunteer photographer to capture volunteers in action at build sites, events, our ReStore, as well as photos of the affordable homes we are building for families in need.

After each assignment, photos can be uploaded to our shared server, granting SCHH permission to use them.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have their own camera, ideally a DSLR, and be able to upload photos to cloud based storage on the day of or day after the photo shoot.

Candidates must be able to travel to sites using their own car. We have events and construction sites all over Washington County.

Candidates must be willing to commit to at least 2-4 hours a month

Skills:

 Photography

 Experience photographing people and events

 Proactive about organizing photographs and working with people


For any questions and more information, contact Volunteer Coordinator, Emily at emily@southcountyhabitat.org.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Are you a photographer with a great eye looking to make an impact?

South County Habitat for Humanity is seeking a volunteer photographer to capture volunteers in action at build sites, events, our ReStore, as well as photos of the affordable homes we are building for families in need.

After each assignment, photos can be uploaded to our shared server, granting SCHH permission to use them.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have their own camera, ideally a DSLR, and be able to upload photos to cloud based storage on the day of or day after the photo shoot.

Candidates must be able to travel to sites using their own car. We have events and construction sites all over Washington County.

Candidates must be willing to commit to at least 2-4 hours a month

Skills:

 Photography

 Experience photographing people and events

 Proactive about organizing photographs and working with people


For any questions and more information, contact Volunteer Coordinator, Emily at emily@southcountyhabitat.org.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02813

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Construction Volunteers Needed - South County Habitat

What you can expect to work on:

No construction experience required!

We are currently working on a new construction duplex project in Westerly. Our team of volunteers complete most of the construction work with the guidance of our construction staff. Training is provided, and you’ll only be asked to do tasks you’re comfortable with.

South County Habitat's mission is to bring people together to build homes, community, and hope, creating safe and affordable housing for families in need. 

Position Duties Include:

Follow directions from site leaders to complete assigned tasksFollow safety guidelines and speak up if uncomfortable with a taskLearn and properly use tools as neededDo your best work and clean up at the end of your shiftTasks may include painting, framing, carpentry, landscaping, and moreClosed-toe shoes are required 

Suggestions:

Dress in clothes you don't mind getting dirtyDress for weather conditions (rain, cold, heat)Bring a reusable water bottle and lunchWe will provide you with all tools and safety equipment for the day

Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Volunteers aged 16 and 17 need parent/guardians to sign their volunteer waivers and need a chaperone above the age of 18 present


Time Commitment:

Volunteers can join for one or multiple build days with no ongoing commitment. Registration is first come, first served, and builds take place Tuesday through Thursday and some Saturdays.

Visit our website southcountyhabitat.org to check our volunteer calendar and stay up to date with latest news, events, homeownership opportunities, and more!

Please contact Emily at emily@southcountyhabitat.org for any questions regarding volunteering.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

What you can expect to work on:

No construction experience required!

We are currently working on a new construction duplex project in Westerly. Our team of volunteers complete most of the construction work with the guidance of our construction staff. Training is provided, and you’ll only be asked to do tasks you’re comfortable with.

South County Habitat's mission is to bring people together to build homes, community, and hope, creating safe and affordable housing for families in need. 

Position Duties Include:

Follow directions from site leaders to complete assigned tasksFollow safety guidelines and speak up if uncomfortable with a taskLearn and properly use tools as neededDo your best work and clean up at the end of your shiftTasks may include painting, framing, carpentry, landscaping, and moreClosed-toe shoes are required 

Suggestions:

Dress in clothes you don't mind getting dirtyDress for weather conditions (rain, cold, heat)Bring a reusable water bottle and lunchWe will provide you with all tools and safety equipment for the day

Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Volunteers aged 16 and 17 need parent/guardians to sign their volunteer waivers and need a chaperone above the age of 18 present


Time Commitment:

Volunteers can join for one or multiple build days with no ongoing commitment. Registration is first come, first served, and builds take place Tuesday through Thursday and some Saturdays.

Visit our website southcountyhabitat.org to check our volunteer calendar and stay up to date with latest news, events, homeownership opportunities, and more!

Please contact Emily at emily@southcountyhabitat.org for any questions regarding volunteering.

Agency: Habitat For Humanity South County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 02891

Allow Groups: No