Below are questions commonly asked by our volunteers. If you don't find the answer to your question here, please don't hesitate to contact us.

  1. Should I call to sign up to volunteer on the weekday?
  2. How far in advance should I try to schedule a group? How many people can I bring in a group? Is there a cost to organize a group?
  3. What tools do I need to bring to the worksite?
  4. How old do I need to be to work on the Habitat site?
  5. Do I need to bring a lunch to the worksite or Habitat Store?
  6. What do I wear to the worksite or Habitat Store?
  7. How long is a workday?
  8. What if I do not want to work on a construction site?
  1. Should I call to sign up to volunteer on the weekday?

    We ask that vounteers sign up for every day they intend to build with us. Volunteers can sign up online, or by calling our office at 253-627-5626 or e-mailing us at volunteer@tpc-habitat.org. This helps our construction managers know how many volunteers to expect each day.

  2. How far in advance should I try to schedule a group? How many people can I bring in a group? Is there a cost to organize a group?

    Spaces are open on our calendar up to 2 months in advance. We ask that groups schedule with us as soon as possible, as spaces do fill quickly. We can typically take up to 10 people per group, but this also depends on the scheduled tasks. We welcome all groups to volunteer with Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity. While in general there is no cost to volunteer with us, we do have a special program, Team Habitat, that involves a cost per individual participant.

  3. What tools do I need to bring to the worksite?

    We suggest volunteers bring a tool belt, gloves, hammer, measuring tape, and a pencil if they already have them. Don't worry if you do not have these items. All necessary tools and safety equipment will be provided.

  4. How old do I need to be to work on the Habitat site?

    You must be 16 or older to work on a Habitat construction site and at our Store.

  5. Do I need to bring a lunch to the worksite or Habitat Store?

    Volunteers need to bring their own lunch and a water bottle. We will notify the volunteers if this changes.

  6. What do I wear to the worksite or Habitat Store?

    Volunteers need to wear long pants, a shirt with sleeves, and closed-toed shoes (preferrably boots). Please wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty. We work in rain or sun, so please bring a rain coat and wear layers. We encourage long hair to be pulled back and no jewelry.

  7. How long is a workday? 8:45 - 9:00 AM: Volunteer sign-in
    9:00 - 9:15 AM: Safety orientation, task distribution, morning devotional
    9:15 - 10:30 AM: Begin work
    10:30 - 10:45 AM: Breaktime
    10:45 - 12:30 PM: Continue work
    12:30 - 1:00 PM: Lunch
    1:00 - 3:00 PM: Finish the day's work
    3:00 - 3:30 PM: Clean up and sign out

  8. What if I do not want to work on a construction site?

    Habitat has plenty of opportunities for volunteers to get involved. We have our Store, which allows volunteers to be inside and work retail. And there are other volunteer opportunities such as working in our office or as a Habitat representative at fairs. Call our office at 253-627-5626 and we can find a place for you.