Individual Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are the heart of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA). Thousands of volunteers lend a hand to build, renovate, and repair homes with us each year. Habitat LA welcomes individual volunteers to ensure that everyone can live in decent, affordable, and sustainable housing. We invite you to help on our construction sites, in our ReStores, during our special events, or behind the scenes in our offices.

Contact our Volunteer Coordinator for more information or sign-up inquiries for any of the opportunities below!

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If you are looking for a group activity, please visit our Team Build Opportunities page.

Before you sign up, read about our different volunteer opportunities!

Construction

We love our construction volunteers! Building homes is what Habitat is all about, and we are so thankful for everyone in LA who is ready to help. Construction volunteers participate in all stages of building or renovating a home.

Do you have some free time and want to lend a helping hand? Individual construction volunteer opportunities are Wednesday – Saturdays. No construction experience is necessary, and no orientation is required. We ask for a full day of commitment when volunteering on our construction sites from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old (16 & 17 year old’s must have a signed minor waiver).

These individual volunteer opportunities are not always available, so make sure you keep an eye out on the next available build by clinking the link below. Spots are limited, so sign up fast!

ReStores

Our three ReStores are a unique part of Habitat LA. Volunteering here in one of our home improvement thrift stores is a great way to participate in our mission. If you are looking for a regular volunteer opportunity, working in one of our ReStores is the perfect option! ReStores also welcome groups of friends who want to work together. For more information, click here!

ReStore Volunteer Information

Non-Construction

Are you looking for a way to help in a non-construction type of activity and have a few hours to spare? Habitat LA has a myriad of other ways for volunteers to participate in our mission, including working in our offices and providing extra help during special events. Click below to learn more!

Non-Construction Information

Remote

Habitat LA has adapted to offer remote volunteer opportunities for those that can’t make it onto one of our job sites or in our ReStores. For those that would like to make an impact from home, there are several ways you can still get involved. View our list of remote volunteer opportunities by clicking the link below.

Remote Volunteer Opportunities

Wildfire Relief

The Los Angeles wildfires have torn through communities, leaving thousands of families devastated and without a home. While first responders address immediate needs, we are preparing for the work ahead to provide lasting solutions for affected families. If you are interested in joining us, please add your name to our list.

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Crew Leader Training

Crew Leader Training is ideal for anyone who has construction experience. Crew leader training classes prepare skilled volunteers to lead crews of unskilled volunteers on our construction sites. If you are interested in becoming a Habitat LA crew leader, please fill out this form.

Crew Leader Information

AmeriCorps

A domestic version of the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps is a federal program that places thousands of people into intensive service positions where they learn valuable skills, earn money for education, and develop a strong sense of civic responsibility.
For additional information about the Habitat AmeriCorps program, or to apply, please click here.

Americorps Information

Site Host

Welcome volunteers to the construction site! We need your help in creating a welcoming environment for all volunteers. Site hosts are needed between 7:45 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., Wednesday through Saturdays, and must be at least 16 years old. Click here for more information.