Volunteer Opportunities with Habitat for Humanity--HFHI Headquarters

Short term volunteers (aged 18 and up) are needed to assist with various projects at the International Headquarters located in Americus, Georgia. Volunteering at Habitat is a unique experience that enables you to develop your skills in different areas. All volunteers play an integral role in every aspect of the ministry from administration to construction.

Volunteers not from the local area may qualify for shared housing and a small meal stipend. Habitat offers basic shared accommodation in various houses located near the headquarters for volunteers working in Americus, GA.

Volunteer placement procedures
All volunteer applications are carefully screened to see if your skills match the project opportunities you specify and for all open volunteer opportunities. If your skills match an opportunity, an associate will contact you to conduct an initial phone interview to find out more about your suitability to volunteer, and to discuss where you would be best suited in the organization.

International volunteers coming to Habitat Headquarters (Americus, GA) from outside of the United States need a B1 business visa during their volunteer opportunity.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at Habitat Headquarters, please download an application form and return it to:

Habitat for Humanity International
Attn: Volunteer Program Manager
121 Habitat St
Americus, GA 31709

Fax: (229) 924-0641

Questions:
For any questions regarding the Volunteer program at Habitat for Humanity International, please contact the Volunteer Program Manager at: volunteer@habitat.org or (800) 422-4828 x2652.

More ways to get involved:

Global Village Program
Make your 2-3 week vacation meaningful with Habitat--exploring new lands and cultures while building houses and hope. Participate in a Global Village work trip!

International Volunteer Program
Spend three to 24 months living and working abroad! A variety of volunteer positions are available, on and off the construction site.

AmeriCorps/Vista Program
Earn stipends and educational awards by serving communities through these Corporation for National Service partnerships.

Campus Chapters & Youth Programs Collegiate Challenge Program
Collegiate Challenge is Habitat for Humanity's year-round alternative break program for groups of five or more students ages 16 and older. Students spend a week of their school break working on construction with a Habitat for Humanity affiliate.

Global Village and Discovery Center
We are looking for energetic volunteers "teams and individuals" to help build houses for the Global Village & Discovery Center located in Americus, Ga.

RV Care-A-Vanners
RV travel just got better! Habitat for Humanity International’s RV Care-A-Vanner program offers anyone who travels in a recreational vehicle the opportunity to make a difference — and have fun while doing it — by helping build houses with families in need.

Want more ways to volunteer with Habitat? View the complete list of available opportunities.