Volunteer
There are many different ways to get involved with Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta!
Individual Construction Volunteers:
Volunteers play a vital role in all stages of home construction, including framing, siding, painting, and landscaping. No prior construction experience is necessary to get involved—our Habitat staff and lead volunteers will provide all the training and guidance you need to make a meaningful contribution.
Before volunteering on a Habitat construction site, all volunteers are required to complete two orientation videos. These videos will help familiarize you with our safety protocols, construction processes, and expectations.
Join us in building a brighter future, one home at a time!
- Build Site Safety Basics for Volunteers
- Safeguarding Orientation for Volunteers
All available volunteer opportunities are announced through our volunteer mailing list. Join today to stay up-to-date on upcoming opportunities and be the first to know about how you can make a difference in our community!
More Volunteer Opportunities:
Join Our Volunteer Team in NW Metro Atlanta
Become a part of our dedicated group of volunteers in NW Metro Atlanta, working year-round to help make housing attainable for all. To get started, review the position descriptions, watch the orientation video, and submit your volunteer application. Your time and efforts will make a lasting impact on families in need of safe, affordable housing.
Volunteer Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
All opportunities that are password protected have been reserved by our build sponsors who are utilizing their own volunteers. If there is a need for more volunteers, a public announcement will be made to individuals on our volunteer mailing list.
Habitat for Humanity requires that volunteers are at least 16 years old to participate while it is an active construction site. 14 is the minimum age for individuals participating in landscaping activities. All minors under 18 years old must have a signed parent permission form.
We offer volunteer construction opportunities only on Saturdays from 8am-4pm.
NW Metro Atlanta expects volunteers to treat others with dignity and respect towards each other; that includes respecting community members, family partners, and Habitat Staff.
Read more of our Code of Conduct.
No, NW Metro Atlanta does not allow the volunteer shifts to be separated into morning or afternoon shifts. All volunteers must be able to commit for the entirety of the 8am-4pm shift.
Lunch is typically provided during the volunteer day. We recommend individuals with allergies or special dietary restrictions to bring their own lunches.
If you are unable to attend your volunteer shift for whatever reason, please contact the volunteer services coordinator as soon as possibly at volunteers@habitatnwma.org. Failure to communicate will result in a “no-show”. Three no-shows will result in you being removed from the volunteer mailing list.
Yes, NW Metro Atlanta offers non-construction volunteer opportunities. Check out their description, duties, and time commitment under More Volunteer Opportunities.
Yes, NW Metro Atlanta offers court-ordered community service Thursday -Saturday for a maximum of 6 hours. Learn about our criteria and process to schedule your service opportunity at Community Service.
Yes. On construction sites, volunteers must wear study, closed-toe and closed-heel shoes i.e. sneakers or work boots, shirts with short or long sleeves, and appropriate attire for the weather. We recommend volunteers wear long pants and clothes you do not mind getting dirty.