Getting Started

Volunteers are the heart of Dayton Habitat for Humanity. More than 2,000 people volunteer with us each year. Dayton Habitat’s mission of eliminating substandard housing brings together individual and group volunteers from corporate, faith, educational, and community groups to ensure that everyone may live in safe, decent, and affordable housing. 

Dayton Habitat homes are built almost entirely by volunteers, both skilled and unskilled. Our skilled on-site construction team provides all tools, safety equipment, instruction and preparation for the site.  You may bring your own tools if you like, but be sure to label them with your name.

Wear sturdy, closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Also be aware that much of the work is outdoors, so dress appropriately for the weather, including wind, sun and/or rain.

The construction site is where the tangible work of Dayton Habitat moves forward, but no house comes out of the ground without lots of effort behind the scenes. We need your help here, too! Dayton Habitat offers many opportunities for volunteers off the worksite.  For more information on off-site volunteer opportunities please contact me.

Building a home for a family in need requires a partnership of people with many different skills.  The Volunteer Services Department works hard to make sure that all aspects of Habitat’s operation are fully staffed with volunteers.  Whether you are skilled or unskilled; at the construction site or in the office, your role is critical! We offer a wide range of opportunities and hope you will join us and become a Habitat volunteer.

Sincerely,

Jennifer Dean
Volunteer Services Coordinator