Volunteer Opportunities This Week
Construction Opportunities
Volunteer for the day, no long term commitment
Arrive by 8:30am
RH6 - 508 St. Johns Place, Riverhead, NY
Tuesday, December 17
Thursday, December 19
Friday, December 20
Volunteer at our Habitat ReStore
Our store in Ronkonkoma sells building supplies, furniture and appliances. Arrive anytime during business hours
Tuesday, December 17 – 2111 Lakeland Ave. Ronkonkoma, NY
Wednesday, December 18 - 2111 Lakeland Ave. Ronkonkoma, NY
Thursday, December 19 - 2111 Lakeland Ave. Ronkonkoma, NY
Friday, December 20 - 2111 Lakeland Ave. Ronkonkoma, NY
Saturday, December 21 - 2111 Lakeland Ave. Ronkonkoma, NY
Sunday, December 22 - 2111 Lakeland Ave. Ronkonkoma, NY
Office and remote opportunities
Volunteer remotely or in the Habitat administrative offices in Ronkonkoma or Middle Island.
Social Media, Event Planning, Volunteer Coordination and Outreach
Please contact volunteer@habitatLINY.org to schedule or learn more.
Homeowner Services
Please contact homeownerservices@habitatLINY.org to schedule or learn more.
Volunteer for the day
Volunteering on a Habitat construction site can be hard work, but it's a unique and rewarding experience - well worth the effort. You'll have the opportunity to transform lives and create stronger communities by helping Habitat build safe, affordable homes for hardworking families on Long Island.
Whether you have never swung a hammer or you're a trade professional, we provide the training and tools needed to work at our construction site. From building new homes to repairing existing ones, all construction volunteers build the strength and self-reliance a family needs to change their lives through homeownership.
Construction volunteers build side by side with our future homeowners, site supervisors and other volunteers on any of our home build projects. Swing a hammer, install sheetrock, siding or flooring- no matter what task you are assigned, you will be doing your part to build a better Long Island.
There are volunteer opportunities Tuesday-Saturday for walk-ons. The walk-on volunteer calendar is updated weekly, please check the calendar every Monday evening for walk-on events and updates. We are always adding days to the calendar, so once you sign up, be sure to check back often!
Create a Volunteerhub account below to view our full calendar and register.
Must be 16 years or older to volunteer on a construction site.
16 AND 17 YEAR OLD VOLUNTEERS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT FOR THE DURATION OF THE VOLUNTEER DAY.
Become a Crew Leader
A Crew Leader is a volunteer who dedicates 12 days out of the year to help lead crews on a Habitat worksite. Whether you volunteer once a month, every two weeks, or all 12 days in a row, you are actively making a commitment to Habitat Long Island's crew leader program, a program that is essential for running our worksites in an organized and safe manner.
Crew Leaders work with small groups of volunteers (1-4) completing assigned tasks, maintaining quality control in a diplomatic manner, keeping volunteers involved, and troubleshooting. The position requires a desire to learn the construction process and teach others how to proceed with a task.
We encourage all volunteers to become a part of the Crew Leader Program! Once you submit your application, attend a Crew Leader Orientation and complete 4 volunteer days, you'll receive a "CREW LEADER" Habitat t-shirt as a way to distinguish you on site and recognize you as an integral part of the program!
For more information, please contact volunteer@habitatLINY.org.
Volunteer at Long Island ReStore
Volunteering at Long Island ReStore is a great opportunity to engage in Habitat's mission and give back to your community. ReStore is a home improvement store and donation center, selling new and gently used home goods, building materials and other home improvement products. Proceeds from the ReStore provide an important source of additional funding for Habitat Long Island to build and renovate high-quality, affordable housing for Long Island residents.
The ReStore is a perfect place for volunteers who don't necessarily want to swing a hammer, but want to be part of helping Habitat provide local families strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.
ReStore is run by a small crew and many dedicated volunteers that help drive store sales, organize inventory, stock shelves, unload and organize donations, prepare and place merchandise on the sales floor and assist customers in the store. Our staff and regular volunteers will give you the training you need to have a fun and rewarding days at ReStore.
Create a Volunteerhub account below to view our full calendar and register.
Must be 16 years or older to volunteer on a construction site.
16 AND 17 YEAR OLD VOLUNTEERS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT FOR THE DURATION OF THE VOLUNTEER DAY.
Volunteer at our Corporate Office
If you want to contribute to Habitat's mission without building, volunteering at the Middle Island office may be right for you. Assisting with clerical, data entry and other administrative duties is a behind-the-scenes way to help Habitat Long Island ensure that local families have access to affordable housing. For more information email volunteer@habitatLINY.org
Must be 16 years or older to volunteer on a construction site.
16 AND 17 YEAR OLD VOLUNTEERS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT FOR THE DURATION OF THE VOLUNTEER DAY.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose where I volunteer?
Individual volunteers may select their preferred location by looking through our construction calendar at habitatliny.volunteerhub.com. Volunteers can choose to work at our construction sites, at ReStore or in our administrative offices.
What dates are available?
Individual volunteers may view our construction calendar at www.habitatLINY.org. New walk-on and ReStore volunteer dates are posted weekly, so check back often.
Can I bring my kids to volunteer with me?
For insurance purposes every volunteer must be 16 years of age or older. Children under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
What if it rains?
Habitat builds rain or shine. If it rains during your build day the site supervisor will provide a poncho to each volunteer if they are unable to accommodate the group inside the home for any reason.
Do I need experience?
No, our construction team is trained to work with volunteers of all ages and skill sets. They will teach you everything you need to know for the day.
Do I need to bring my own equipment?
No, Habitat will provide any safety equipment and tools needed for the day.
Is lunch provided?
We are not able to provide lunch to our volunteers. We recommend packing a lunch. Bottled water will be provided by Habitat throughout the build day.
What will I be doing if I sign up as a one day construction volunteer?
Assist with hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping. Projects may include new and rehab homes. No experience is necessary!
Group Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering with Habitat can be a great team-building experience for groups of all sizes. Bring a group of friends, family, or coworkers out for a day of camaraderie and fun, all while making a difference!
Sponsor for a Day
SPONSOR FOR A DAY
Corporate team volunteers build alongside Habitat's future homeowners and construction crew while strengthening their team's interactive skills.
Student Build
Student Build
Working alongside fellow classmates and future homeowners on a build site is a rewarding experience for the student volunteers.
CEO Build
CEO Build
CEO Build is an annual opportunity for CEOs and C-level executives to get their hands dirty, trade in their business suits and computers for work clothes and hardhats to help raise the walls on a new Habitat home.
Women Build
Women Build
Women Build volunteers from all walks of life have come together to build stronger, safer communities. Women Build events provide the opportunity for women to take a proactive step in serving their communities.
Faith Build
Faith Build
Habitat welcomes congregations of all faiths to partner with us in reaching our goal to provide safe housing for families in need.