Greater New Haven Habitat for Humanity
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Volunteering as a Group Activity

Every year more than 200 groups representing all segments of our community help build Habitat homes. A group of people can accomplish a lot on a construction site in one day. Volunteering as a group is a great team building activity and a unique opportunity to make a positive and tangible contribution to the community.

Making Reservations

Habitat construction days are Tuesday through Saturday, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, year-round. The most popular volunteer months are March, April, May, September and October. The maximum number for a group is 10 people, although we can occasionally accommodate more, depending on the stage of construction. Smaller groups are also welcome.

Volunteers must be 16 and above to work on a Habitat construction site.

To schedule a group work day, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at least a month in advance for a date during the week. For a Saturday date, please contact us 4-6 months in advance. Please note that Saturdays are booked on a first-come, first-served basis, and Habitat house sponsors receive priority for Saturday scheduling. However, Tuesdays through Fridays are almost always readily available for group scheduling.

Group volunteers are expected to arrive together and remain the entire day. We do not schedule partial days or late arrivals.