At Charleston Habitat, we build more than homes. Through the power of homeownership, we change lives. We believe that every hand can make a difference.
Habitat homes are built primarily with volunteer labor. No experience is necessary to build with us!
Interested in sponsoring a home or doing a Team Build Day? Please contact Kristen Williams at Kristen@CharlestonHabitat.org or (843) 203-4025.
For questions about volunteering, please contact Alex Benson at Alex@CharlestonHabitat.org or (843) 203-4022.
Age Requirements: Please note that if you are under 18, you must have a parent/guardian sign your volunteer waiver. You will still need to complete it online, but print out an extra copy, have your parent/guardian sign and bring with you to site when you volunteer.
Ages 18+ can assist with all levels of construction with which they are comfortable!
Ages 16-17 (parent or guardian signature required): all construction tasks that don’t involve climbing ladders or operating power tools.
Ages 14-15 (accompanied by an adult only): cleaning, painting, landscaping and installing soil-retention fencing; availability depends on where we are with the build. ***Must have approval from Volunteer Coordinator to participate prior to registering as there are limited opportunities available.
Ages 12-13 (accompanied by an adult only): landscaping; availability depends on where we are with the build. ***Must have approval from Volunteer Coordinator to participate prior to registering as there are limited opportunities available.
Schedule:
Morning shift: 8:30AM-11:30AM
Afternoon shift: 12:30PM-3:30PM
The construction site operates weekly Wednesday through Saturday. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the start of your shift to help us stay on time and on task.
Volunteer Details & Requirements:
All volunteers must complete an online Volunteer Application and Volunteer Waiver of Liability prior to volunteering (click on the individual links to access these forms). If registering as a group, please ensure each individual member registers, not just the group leader. Please note that if you are under 18, you must have a parent/guardian sign your volunteer waiver. You will still need to complete it online, but print out an extra copy, have your parent/guardian sign and bring with you to site when you volunteer.
Safety Orientation Video
Please click here to watch our mandatory safety video in order to ensure you have proper knowledge of all safety requirements prior to coming to the build site.
Other Details:
Parking is available at the end of English Street along Chicora Avenue. Please do not park on English Street. If you are volunteering with a group, please carpool if possible.
We provide water, sunscreen and bug spray on-site (volunteers can also bring their own). We also have a first aid kit.
We supply the necessary tools you'll need for the tasks assigned on-site; however, you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. We just ask that you make sure they are clearly labeled with your first and last name.
All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes with hard soles (no mesh). Please wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty and are appropriate for the weather that day!
1916 English Street
North Charleston, South Carolina 29405