1. Healthcare

Summer Break
Site List 2015
Alabama
Birmingham HFH, Greater
Fairfield
Available Spaces: 50
Contribution: $125.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat Birmingham is ranked 4th out of 1500 affiliates in the US, helping over 100 families annually. Local population is 1M; median income
$58k. Think summer camp when envisioning volunteer center - bunk beds, common spaces, big kitchen. Birmingham is located in the
Appalachian foothills, and is referred to as the "Magic City." Birmingham has ties to the iron industry: see Sloss Furnaces and Vulcan Park and
played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement - visit Civil Rights Institute.
Southwest Alabama, HFH of
Mobile
Available Spaces: 30
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: volunteer house
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat for Humanity of Southwest Alabama relies on the VOLUNTEER support to help make the dream of home-ownership possible for
families in Mobile County! Habitat homes are built by an all volunteer workforce. We have several churches who offer up excellent
accommodations as well as a friendly face. Mobile can also offer many local attractions such as our gorgeous Gulf Coast Beaches, our many forts,
the USS Alabama, and fresh seafood.
Baldwin County, HFH of
Summerdale
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $175.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 5
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Looking for a place to serve in a community while still enjoying your spring break? Look no further! Baldwin County, AL is the place to be this
spring! Our affiliate will be working on New Construction, Critical Repair and/or A Brush With Kindness. Whatever the work, you can be sure
you'll be helping a family in need in Baldwin County. After working, grab your swimwear and head to Alabama's white sandy beaches!!! You'll
be working within 15 miles of the beautiful Gulf Coast!
Autauga and Chilton Counties, HFH of
Prattville
Available Spaces: 8
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Whitewater Camp
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We service the Central Alabama counties of Autauga and Chilton. We normally work on new builds but sometimes are involved with Rehabs and
Brush with Kindness work. You will be staying in the WhiteWater Christian Camp with plenty of hot water and comfortable beds; just a few
minutes from our Habitat office. We are close to the Florida Beaches and many Civil Rights sights in Montgomery, AL and tourist spots in
Atlanta, GA.
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Site List 2015
California
Greater Sacramento, HFH of
Sacramento
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Habitat Community Room
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Come build with us in the sunny capitol city of California. Typical schedule includes Sunday arrival, a free day on Monday to visit San Francisco
or Napa, a ReStore volunteer day on Tuesday, and building on our construction sites Wednesday-Saturday. Volunteers stay in the community
room in our office with showers provided by the local gym down the street. Our office is located just minutes from downtown Sacramento
which boasts numerous restaurants and local attractions.
San Diego HFH
San Diego
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $300.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
San Diego is famous for year-round sunshine, sandy beaches, world-class theater, an incredible zoo, and our laid back attitudes. Perhaps as a
result, many low and moderate income families and individuals struggle to secure safe and affordable housing throughout San Diego County.
SDHFH builds and rehabs homes across the county to ensure a stronger San Diego for future generations. Our work happens because of
volunteers and we would love for your group to join our local volunteers in action!
Stanislaus County, HFH
Modesto
Available Spaces: 0
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We are currently working on a 21 home subdivision here in Modesto and also scattered sites within the County.We are always looking for
volunteers to help in all aspects of construction and rehab work. We work with churches close to our construction sites to house our large
volunteer groups. We are about 2 hours from San Francisco and 90 minutes south from Sacramento.
Southern Santa Barbara Inc., HFH of
Goleta
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat for Humanity SSBC is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes. To date
we have completed 3 multi-family housing projects as well as 15 A Brush With Kindness.
Collegiate Challenge volunteers will stay at a local community center and work both on repair projects and in the Habitat ReStore. During free
time volunteers will get to explore the beaches and mountains of Santa Barbara.
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Colorado
Loveland HFH, Inc.
Loveland
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We are building 9 homes this fiscal year, currently expanding to meet higher demand for affordable homes. Accommodations include carpeted
floors or bunk beds at church facility, kitchen access along with some meals, and showers at the church or rec center. Tools/hard hats/gloves
provided at construction site. Tasks will likely be painting/landscaping. Work week is T/Th/F/S 8:30-3:30. Attractions include art/sculpture
museums, hiking trails, CSU, amusement/water park. Tours at Habitat office and ReStore are encouraged. Loveland Habitat welcomes you!
St. Vrain Valley, HFH of the
Longmont
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Help Colorado's Front Range recover from the floods from September 2013. Habitat's ReBuild Colorado program was established after the floods
to build new simple, attractive, affordable homes for families who lost their homes and repair existing homes to safe, sanitary and functional
conditions. Projects will be a mix of new construction and critical repair.
Enjoy all the beauty Colorado has to offer by spending a day in Rocky Mountain National Park or Denver or skiing, hiking or biking!
San Juans, HFH of the
Montrose
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Montrose County is situated in the center of Western Colorado. Surrounded by resort communities and many outdoor opportunities. Our need...
we currently have 275 children in our school district that are homeless. We are currently building houses 45-47 and have 7 more lots to build
out. You will meet homeowners and learn how home ownership can change the lives of kids and give them hope that they can go to college and
realize their dreams to break the cycle of poverty for their families.
San Luis Valley HFH
Alamosa
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $225.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 10%, Advance Days: 60
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Other: M-F w/Weds off to explore
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Come build Habitat Homes in rural Colorado embraced by the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Experience the work of Habitat for Humanity beneath
forever reaching blue skies. A local church will provide housing which includes showers, full kitchen to prepare and eat meals. Bring a swimsuit
for a relaxing soak in the hotsprings!!!! Skiing (downhill and Xcountry) and the Great Sanddunes National Park are nearby. We'll work Mon-Fri
with Weds off so you can explore the mountains.
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La Plata County, HFH of
Durango
Available Spaces: 5
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Over 51.5% of La Plata County wage earners have incomes within Habitat guidelines. This a community-wide concern not only for our
economic and social health, but also for businesses seeking to retain their workforce. People choose to live here because it’s a small community
with recreational opportunities and artistic fulfillment. Join us!
Chaffee County HFH
Buena Vista
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
One of Colorado’s most desirable summer locations, Buena Vista is surrounded by 14,000 foot peaks and located on the banks of the Arkansas
River. A destination for visitors, volunteers will wake up every day to the beauty of the Arkansas Valley. This is a great opportunity to experience
the best of what Colorado has to offer, while helping to transform one family’s life forever.
Connecticut
Coastal Fairfield Co., HFH of
Bridgeport
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Habitat house
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Fairfield County has the distinction of having the largest income gap of any county in the US. The chasm between the "haves" and the "have nots"
accents the need for decent, affordable housing for the blue collar workers. Housing is a 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath Habitat home. Currently 12 homes
under construction, so there is a variety of work. Bridgeport is known as the Park City, with beautiful beaches and parks inc the Bearsley Zoo and
Discovery Adventure Center. Short train ride to NYC.
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Delaware
New Castle County, HFH of
Wilmington
Available Spaces: 17
Contribution: $175.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: YMCA, Habitat Rehabs
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
[X] College Groups Need Faculty/Advisor
Through our unique approach, we help low-income families break the cycle of poverty through the stability and empowerment gained through
homeownership. Our staff is energetic and friendly.Wilmington has great restaurants, plenty of fun attractions, baseball, IMAX theater and
beautiful parks. We provide safe and comfortable lodging. We will be building on a new construction site of 9 townhouses. You will experience
team building, learn new skills and great fellowship.
Sussex County HFH
Georgetown
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
[X] College Groups Need Faculty/Advisor
Sussex County Habitat for Humanity strives to eliminate substandard housing. We do this through new construction and repairs. Here at our
affiliate we are fortunate enough to have a local church house our volunteer groups and take amazing care of them. Our worksites are generally
within 30 minutes of the church and we almost always have a house going in every stage of building. Within an hour of the church there are many
beaches that groups love to go to after work days.
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Florida
Pensacola HFH
Pensacola
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $175.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Other: Tuesday-Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Visitors come year round to enjoy our sugar white sand and clear water, but few have the opportunity to leave the lasting impact of building a
home for a hard working family. Collegiate Challenge teams will help to build 10+ of the 50 houses on our schedule this year. Lodging will be
provided at one of the churches we partner with throughout the year. Building will take place 8am-3pm Tuesday-Friday, leaving plenty of time to
build sandcastles in addition to affordable homes while you're here.
Pinellas County, Inc., HFH of
Clearwater
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: bed, shower, kitchen, bat
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday-Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Minutes from the beach, need we say more? We are building 30 homes for 30 deserving families this year and need your help! From hanging
trusses, to painting, to landscaping, we always have 4 homes that volunteers are hard at work on. Stay in our Habitat Hostel with 3 showers, 6
bunk beds (sleeping for 12) and a full kitchen. Build from 8:00-2:30 then head to a theme park, museum, or even one of many well-known
beaches to kayak or just take a nap.
Palm Beach County, HFH of
West Palm Beach
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $175.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Other: Mon-ReStore Tu-Fr onsite
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Come to sunny South Florida and help a deserving family become a homeowner. Meet a Habitat Partner Family at our Latin Welcome Dinner.
Stay at a church directly across the street from the beach and close to lots of fun things to do. We are building new homes and some rehabs in 2
suburbs of WPB. T-shirts and some meals provided. Our crew is waiting!
Southeast Volusia HFH
New Smyrna Beach
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 7
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Residential home
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Staying in a beautiful setting-house w. bathrooms and full kitchen. Area near beach and lagoon. Breakfast supplied, lunch on last day, dinner at
diff. restaurants each night. At least one trip by boat or kayak.
We are 1 hr. from Disney and the Space Center, and half hr. from Daytona Beach.
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Lake-Sumter FL, Inc; HFH of
The Villages
Available Spaces: 30
Contribution: $250.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Other: Tuesday-Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat Lake-Sumter has opened a new Domestic Global Village that houses multiple volunteers in one location. The village received rave
reviews and has been very beneficial to recent volunteers. The facility includes but not limited to a media center, game room,
basketball/volleyball courts and outdoor seating avail. As a Vol you will serve community engagements, rehab of homes, A Brush with Kindness
and limited new construction. Theme parks and Beaches within 1 hr of facility!
Marion Co, Inc., HFH of
Ocala
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: camp ground
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
.
Highlands County HFH
Sebring
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: 2 bed/ 2 bath large apt
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We are a rural affiliate located in the exact center of the state of Florida. We are about two hours from either coast and the major theme parks. Our
county has many lakes, a State Park and many other features.
Key West & Lwr FL Keys, HFH of
Big Pine Key
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
HFH Key West & Lower Florida Keys operates from Big Pine Key to Key West. Our ReStore is located in Big Pine Key (35 mi north of KW);
but most ABWK work is in Key West. Our repair projects are very diverse; you will either learn a new skill or put your skills to good use. Your
trip will be engaging & memorable! You will work hard but we are often able to coordinate a water excursion and/or bicycle rentals with a local
business. The hospitable accommodations are in Key West.
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East & Central Pasco County, Inc, HFH of
Dade City
Available Spaces: 50
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Habitat Volunteer House
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Pasco is part of the Florida region known as the" Nature Coast". We are located less than an hour from Florida's Best Beaches, 30 minutes to
Busch Gardens, and 90 minutes from Walt Disney World Resort. Dade City offers a variety of locally owned restaurants and bistros with nightly
entertainment, movies and bowling. You will stay at one of our two Habitat volunteer homes that sit side by side. Each house holds up to 25
students have full bathrooms, kitchens/dinning rooms, washer/dryers grills and picnic tables. They are stocked with basic amenities such as toilet
paper and washing detergent.
Georgia
Southern Crescent HFH
Jonesboro
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Habitat House
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity is comfortably south of Atlanta. Clayton County has a poverty rate of 21.5% (4.1% above the national
average); many of these families do not have access to stable, affordable housing and are in need of homes and hope. This opportunity gives
students the opportunity to help build stronger families and neighborhoods by partnering to construct an affordable new home for a low-income
family. Lodging is in a Habitat house and has easy access to the city.
DeKalb, Inc., HFHTucker
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Home owned by HFHD
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat for Humanity - DeKalb serves DeKalb County, Georgia, the eastern edge of Atlanta. We build and rehab homes, and provide home
repairs for low income seniors. CC groups will work on a variety of projects. HFHD reaches out to local restaurants, music venues, sports teams,
and businesses to try to provide CC groups with extracurricular activities in the evenings. We look forward to hosting you!
Glynn County, HFH of
Brunswick
Available Spaces: 0
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Epworth by sea
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 1:12
[X] College Groups Need Faculty/Advisor
HFH of Glynn County GA is located along Georgia’s southeast coastline, between Savannah and Jacksonville FL. Brunswick, the county seat has
the second largest concentration of documented historic structures in Georgia. St. Simons and Jekyll Islands offer beaches as well.
One student commented, “I loved the experience! I enjoyed building during the day and then having the opportunity to explore the surrounding
area in the evening. The people couldn't have been more welcoming and hospitable."
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Hawaii
Maui Inc, HFH
Wailuku
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Hawaii is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world but the cost of living is one of the highest in the nation. Students will have a
chance to work alongside Native Hawaiians to help improve existing housing and create new housing opportunities. Habitat for Humanity Maui
is anxious to share the aloha that Maui has to offer.
Illinois
Chicago, HFH
Chicago
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $300.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 10
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Spend a week with the only Habitat affiliate serving the beautiful city of Chicago! Home to world-renowned museums, parks, architecture, and
sports teams, Chicago also has a massive amount of housing need. Work with Habitat in Chicago as we build homes in the West Pullman
neighborhood on the city's south side. You'll learn about this phenomenal community and get your hands dirty with both new construction and
rehab work. You'll also have a chance to explore all this great city has to offer.
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Indiana
Indianapolis, HFH of Greater
Indianapolis
Available Spaces: 16
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
The Indy 500, Brickyard 400 and Mac Tools U.S. Nationals allow Indy to boast the two largest single-day sporting events in the world. Add the
Colts, Pacers and NCAA, and it is easy to understand why sports can overshadow everything else. Indy’s pride extends to museums, shopping,
recreation, art, restaurants, historic architecture and a booming nightlife on Mass Ave. It has been an exciting year for Indy Habitat. Not only will
we serve 29 families, but we will also serve our 500th since 1987.
Morgan County, HFH of
Martinsville
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
The plans currently call for two new construction builds to be started in 2015, one in late March and one in mid April, on the same parcel of
property. One of the builds will be a "TEEN BUILD." (students ages 16-19) The Collegiate Challenge team would work on both builds.
Iowa
Des Moines HFH, Greater
Des Moines
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Come build with us as we aim to complete 30 homes this year! The Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity works together with a community
that includes more than 10,000 families in need of decent and safe housing.
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Kentucky
Lexington HFH
Lexington
Available Spaces: 16
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: Local camp
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Safe and affordable housing for families is a continual challenge, and to that end Lexington Habitat for Humanity builds around 16 homes a year
for our Partner Families.
Lexington is located in the Central Kentucky Bluegrass region, and is famous for our horse farms, outdoors, and unique flavor. Beautiful areas
for hiking and rock climbing are located nearby and our area offers plenty of paddling and lake access.
Hardin County, KY, Inc.; HFH of
Elizabethtown
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $25.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Affiliate is currently in partnership with the local city council to revitalize a neighborhood within the city and are on home number 12 in the
neighborhood with approximately 8 more building lots in the area. A local community center houses the groups and has a kitchen for prepare
breakfast each day. The affiliate takes care of the lunch and dinner each day. We are 15 miles from Lincoln's Birthplace and one hour from
Mammoth Cave which is the largest cave system in the world.
Madison & Clark Counties, KY, Inc.; HFH of
Richmond
Available Spaces: 16
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Lodge above office
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We have the best partner families, volunteers, staff, and scenery! You will work with a construction crew willing to teach unskilled volunteers.
You'll also enjoy a beautiful drive through mountains & will get 1 day off to do a variety of things! 37.2% of the population is below the poverty
line, and 35.9% of children here are suffering from that statistic; both numbers are above state averages. We need your help to continue bringing
affordable housing to those in need!
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Louisiana
St. Tammany West, HFH
Mandeville
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $175.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat St. Tammany West is located approximately 45 minutes north of New Orleans. Many of our residents have been here for generations and
are seeking to break the cycle of poverty by partnering with Habitat. We currently have 11 families working on their sweat equity hours and are
anxiously waiting to move into their homes. Come build with us to help make their dreams of home ownership become a reality!
Lafayette HFH
Lafayette
Available Spaces: 30
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Habitat Household
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Join us for your Collegiate Challenge trip! Due to having such a high poverty rating (22%), and high need of safe, decent and affordable housing,
we've been working in the Acadiana area for 20 years. In this time we've built 98 homes, and we should complete our 100th later in 2014.
Lafayette is a college town like no other, with delicious food to eat and fun festivals to partake in. We're also located a mere 2.5 hours from New
Orleans for a day trip!
Maine
Midcoast HFH
Rockport
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 45
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Midcoast Habitat serves Knox County, Maine addressing the need for affordable housing. Our affiliate is based in Rockport, where we have our
office and ReStore. We are currently building in Rockland and anticipate or next build in Thomaston. There is plenty to do in the Midcoast area;
enjoying the beautiful natural environment, beaches, hiking, sailing, skiing to a variety of cultural sites/activities and wonderful restaurants.
7 Rivers Maine, Inc.; HFH
Topsham
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 10%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: YMCA/college for showers
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Other: Wednesday-Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Founded in 1990, HFH/7RM serves 31 towns along the Maine coast. To date, we have completed 40 homes and helped over 100 people. Our
programming now includes rehabilitations and weatherization of older homes. Outside of a great volunteer experience at one of our new home
construction sites and genuine hospitality, you will enjoy Maine for its beautiful coastline, rivers, and parks, as well as its lobster rolls,
blueberries, and whoopie pies!
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Massachusetts
North Central Massachusetts, Inc., HFH
Acton
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 10%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: Heated Camp
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat NCM is a small grass-roots affiliate building 3-4 houses each year. Working with regular volunteers and our partner families you will be
building a new duplex in the historic town of Ayer in Nashoba Valley. When not building, you can discover the beauty of north central
Massachusetts which offers rural scenery, hiking & biking trails, lake swimming, historic New England towns and much more! June has perfect
weather in MA, and you’ll have a warm New England welcome.
Michigan
Battle Creek Area HFH
Battle Creek
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
[X] College Groups Need Faculty/Advisor
Calhoun County is approx. 135,000 people, Battle Creek being its largest city has a 18.6% poverty rate. Much of the city core housing is older
housing stock; as a result, we have strategically decided to do primarily "gut" rehabs. This city has a robust series of festivals throughout the year,
such as Festival of Lights, Field of Flight Hot Air Balloon Festival, Worlds Longest Breakfast Table, etc. Our affiliate has a volunteer center that
house 24 guests comfortably. Separate sleeping rooms for males and females. Large common room, full kitchen.
Blue Water HFH, Inc.
Port Huron
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
we have Sail boat races, lots of open beaches, carnivals, fishing,
festivals in many cities, small boutiques, shopping, many restaurants, Canada is just across the bridge but you will need a passport or an enhanced
drivers license to go there.
HiawathaLand, Inc.; HFH
Manistique
Available Spaces: 30
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
You will have the opportunity to work in the beautiful environment of the Upper Peninsula of MI. Our on-site volunteer center is fully equipped
with bunk style dorms for both men & women, private showers, kitchen and dining room, community/recreational rooms, etc. During your stay,
you will be able to explore attractions such as Great Lakes, Pictured Rocks, Shipwreck Boat Tours, Big Springs, lighthouse, ghost towns,
waterfalls, hiking, beaches, etc. Thank you for considering HiawathaLand.
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Mississippi
West Tallahatchie HFH
Tutwiler
Available Spaces: 26
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We are still going strong with our mission in eliminating substandard housing in our corner of the Delta, one dollar, one hammer, one person and
one home at a time. We finished our first house in 1986 and 26 years later 39 homes have been built.
Northeast Mississippi HFH
Tupelo
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Northeast Mississippi has a great need for safe, decent, affordable housing. Our affiliate meets that need by constructing new homes in areas that
need revitalizing. Our groups stay at host churches here in the community. Our construction manager, Wesley, is a blast to work with! Tupelo is
the birthplace of Elvis and has some fun attractions. We love our volunteers and show them Southern hospitality!
Hattiesburg Area HFH
Hattiesburg
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Volunteer Home
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Fun loving, friendship building, best way to spend a break opportunity! If you want to help change a life and yours in the process come spend
time with us. Lodging provided within walking distance to our local University with a plethora of different cuisines surrounding the area. Local
food, music, and fun readily available with local parks hosting special events and within close driving distance to Gulf Coast and New Orleans.
We may be small but we make a HUGE impact!
George/Greene Habitat for Humanity Inc.
Lucedale
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
George County, a rural county (population 23,500) is 35 miles north of the MS Gulf Coast beaches. The need for decent affordable housing here
is great even nine years after Katrina! We are a small but growing affiliate which has served 50 families in our county and have 7 more projects
scheduled before June 2015. We are one hour from Gulfport/Biloxi airport and 45 minutes from Mobile, AL airport. Malls, theaters, museums,
beaches are all within an hour's drive. We promise you Southern hospitality and great appreciation for your help!
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Montana
Flathead Valley, HFH of
Kalispell
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Come to visit the beautiful Flathead Valley, an outdoor recreation mecca featuring stunning attractions like Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake,
the Jewel Basin Hiking Area, and Whitefish Mountain Resort.
We work with volunteers to empower low-income families living in Flathead County by helping them transition out of substandard housing and
into simple, decent, affordable homes of their own.
Nebraska
Omaha, HFH of
Omaha
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $0.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: Habitat House
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat Omaha is one of the nation's fastest growing affiliates and needs your help assisting 50 families in 2015! Students who come build in the
heartland can experience our world-class zoo, the College World Series (June), and a culture rich in food and arts. Evenings can be spent
exploring the Old Market District, attending a concert, or taking a stroll across the 3,000 ft. Pedestrian Bridge that crosses the NE and IA border.
No donation is required and we are flexible with your schedule.
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New Jersey
Salem County, New Jersey, Inc., HFH of
Carneys Point
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: YMCA
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Welcome to Habitat for Humanity of Salem County, NJ! We are looking forward to you joining us at one of our Habitat build sites. We will be
building brand new construction. We are so excited to continue building! Salem County is a rural community and the second poorest county in
New Jersey. Most of our build sites are just 35 miles from Ocean City NJ which has a beautiful beach and boardwalk. We are very excited about
our upcoming builds and looking forward to our volunteers!
Coastal HFH, Inc.
Spring Lake
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Spend your school break helping families at the Jersey Shore! Celebrating 20 years in 2014 as part of the Southern Monmouth County
community, Coastal Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to repairing and building affordable, safe and energy-efficient housing.
Volunteers have the opportunity to repair and rebuild homes that were damaged by Hurricane Sandy and help homeowners with critical repairs
needed to allow them to live in a safe home.
Northern Ocean HFH
Toms River
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 25%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
NOHFH is a committed to the elimination of poverty housing by embracing Neighborhood Revitalization which consists of building affordable
housing and embarking on repairing homes & restoring hope. Additionally as part of our A Brush with Kindness program we are repairing low
income families homes.
After Super Storm Sandy NOHFH also stepped up to meet the needs of many families displaced by the storm. Currently we have rebuilt 38
homes for families that would otherwise be homeless.
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New Mexico
Santa Fe HFH, Inc.
Santa Fe
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $125.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
[X] College Groups Need Faculty/Advisor
One of the oldest cities in the US, Santa Fe is located in the southern Rocky Mountains at an altitude of 7,000 ft. Enjoy world-class museums,
local cuisine, and the charm of old-world New Mexico’s adobe architecture. Despite these riches, Santa Fe faces a serious lack of affordable
housing. Our program provides families with decent, affordable housing which is built by volunteers like you. Volunteers are provided all
needed training and tools under skilled supervision.
Taos, Inc., HFH of
Taos
Available Spaces: 30
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 10%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Other: Mon through Fri, off Wed
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Taos has attracted artists, movie stars and nomads for centuries but 90% of us can't afford a home in this tourist-dependent town! Enjoy endless
skies & beauty while you build a home for a Taos family. Teams stay in a two-story building in our historic district. Air mattresses provided; 5
showers, fully equipped kitchen. Rafting, hiking, stargazing, skiing, dipping in free natural hot springs = rewards for your labor of love! We love
Collegiate Challenge teams, and can’t wait to share our love of Taos with you. Warning: it’s contagious.
New York
Westchester, HFH of
New Rochelle
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: Apartment
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
30 minutes from NYC we have beautiful rolling hills, affluent towns, but also many cities of which poverty is rampant and more painful, due to
the economics of extremes. We also build in Breezy Point, Queens - an area hit hard by Hurricane Sandy. Volunteer work includes work in the
following areas: construction, warehouse and ReStores, community gardens, making palate furniture, and Brush Up with Kindness projects (ex:
painting murals on abandon walls). Lodging - all with showers and kitchens
Newburgh, HFH of Greater
Newburgh
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newburgh constructs and rehabs homes in New York State's largest contiguous historic district. We have a home
on site that groups may stay in, along with a staff and volunteer base that is eager to work with young volunteers.
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North Carolina
Asheville Area HFH
Asheville
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $200.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 7
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: Rustic Cabins, Hostel
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday-Friday OR Tuesday-Saturday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. There is an abundance of
outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, white water rafting and climbing. The lack of affordable housing in Buncombe County is identified as
one of our community’s most serious problems. Buncombe County is estimated to have approximately 2,000 substandard housing units within a
total population of 238,300. It is this critical need for decent, affordable housing that is addressed by Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s
mission, work and purpose.
Charlotte, HFH of
Charlotte
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $170.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Other: T-S or M-F available
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
So much to do in Charlotte, NC, and so much building to do with Habitat Charlotte!
Charlotte is a fun, young city and home of the US National Whitewater Center, the NASCAR Hall of Fame for racing fans, music venues, parks,
sports teams, museums, and so much more.
Habitat Charlotte has an ambitious goal to partner with 128 families this year. Come enjoy the Carolinas and help deserving families!
Forsyth County, HFH of
Winston Salem
Available Spaces: 40
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 7
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Other: Tuesday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
5% of housing in our city does not meet the Minimum Housing Code. 2.5% live in over-crowded conditions. There is significant need for both
new houses and neighborhood revitalization projects. We have built 375 homes and served more than 1,400 families in our 30 years. We are
proud to have been chosen by HFHI to host in March 2014 the 25th Anniversary of the Collegiate Challenge program! Breakfast provided each
day, lunch and dinner on build days. Pilot Mtn. St. Park - 45 min drive. Dormitory housing provided.
Wake County, HFH of
Raleigh
Available Spaces: 60
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Located within day-trip distance to the pristine NC beaches and the Smokey Mountains, Habitat Wake is located in Raleigh, NC. Wake Co. has a
gap of at least 25,000 units of affordable housing. Habitat Wake is working to close this gap by building 45 new homes and providing exterior
repairs to 45 homes this year. This will keep us on track to build our 500th home and serve our 1,000th family in 2015!
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Durham, Inc., HFH of
Durham
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $170.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: camp/conference centers
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Home to Durham Bulls, Duke Blue Devils, Central Eagles, Durham Performing Arts Center, some of the best restaurants in the nation; Durham is
a melting pot of delicious food & rich culture. We have all the benefits of a big urban city with a small town feel. Partnerships with Camp Royall
(40 mins from sites), and New Hope Camp & Conference Center (25 mins from sites). They offer comfortable, air conditioned lodging Sun
evening to Fri morning. Friday night lodging is available for additional fees.
Alamance County, N.C., Inc., HFH of
Burlington
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $175.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Furnished guest house
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Located in central NC, our affiliate lies in the heart of ACC country. Elon University is here, providing opportunities for adventure. Alamance
County folks look forward to welcoming you with genuine Southern hospitality! See you soon.
Greensboro, HFH of Greater
Greensboro
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
[X] College Groups Need Faculty/Advisor
Habitat Greensboro looks forward to hosting Collegiate Challenge groups!
We have housing available in local churches. There are several events in the spring including festivals, museum tours, zoos, and sports.
We have lots of projects this spring and would love to host you here for your spring break!
Chatham HFH
Pittsboro
Available Spaces: 30
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Camp Royal/students pay
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
[X] College Groups Need Faculty/Advisor
Chatham Habitat for Humanity has traditionally been a great place for students to come to work in Pittsboro NC. They pay a very small fee to
stay at Camp Royal in Moncure. The students are provided two lunches and one evening meal during the week. We are building two new homes
from January to April.
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Mitchell-Yancey HFH
Micaville
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 7
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 1 to 5
This is a small rural affiliate. Volunteers are working on the third home in a cluster of three. There are two small, friendly towns. One has an old
fashioned town square. Local attractiions include Mt. Mitchell State Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, a gemological museum. hiking trails (google
High Peaks Trail Association), the EnergyXchange art studio powered by methane gas from an old landfill, and the fun and funky Asheville about
45 minutes away.
Mount Airy Area HFH, Inc., Greater
Mount Airy
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We are grateful for the volunteers hours provided by CC Groups. Our goal is to build 6 homes per year. Mount Airy, NC is the hometown of
Andy Griffith. Stroll down Main Street and you will get the feel of being in Mayberry at Floyd's Barber Shop, Opie's Candy Store, Snappy Lunch
and so much more. Blue Ridge Parkway and Pilot Mountain St. Pk. are just a short drive away. We have fun on the build site as well as enjoying
all the things to do and all the good Southern cooking. Thank you.
Goldsboro-Wayne, Inc. HFH of
Goldsboro
Available Spaces: 30
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Enjoy all Goldsboro has to offer! Our town has a rich history, vibrant downtown, US Air Force Base, and the Neuse River! We are an hour from
the coast and Raleigh! Wed. is an optional beach day! Become immersed in our community and culture while giving back to the many families
who need a hand up. As a volunteer, you will be provided lodging at area churches and provided lunch. We welcome you to be a part of our
Habitat family!
Ohio
Southeast Ohio, Habitat for Humanity of
Athens
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Come visit Southeast Ohio! Our area is full of great food, rolling hills and an art and music culture that is out of this world! Our affiliate will be
building four homes this year. Groups will stay in churches and will have access to showers daily. Churches will provide some dinners while you
visit. Come and see what Southeast Ohio is all about!
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Oklahoma
Central Oklahoma HFH
Oklahoma City
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Oklahoma City, the Heart of Oklahoma, offers many cultural and entertainment venues including the OKC National Bombing memorial, Thunder
basketball, and Bricktown. With the support of the community we annually construct over 40 energy efficient home and provide 30 - 40 Critical
Home Repairs. We are actively involved in relief efforts for victims of the tornadoes which struck central Oklahoma. Come see how blessed we
are as a community and join us in making OKC a better place for all.
Stroud HFH
Stroud
Available Spaces: 11
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Located mid-way between Tulsa and OKC, Stroud is in the oil patch and wine country. We are currently building a home for a family of seven
and have a number of prospective homeowners awaiting their turn for a new home.
You will meet a wide number of our residents as many churches and civic organizations will host you for meals and conversation. Most nights
after dinner you will be entertained in our homes. Come hungry for you will enjoy more food than you can eat.
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Oregon
Rogue Valley, HFH
Medford
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Rogue Valley Habitat for Humanity, since it's start in 1987 has served over 239 family members of whom 158 are children. We have amazing
partnerships with our local community that provide donations. You also get the opportunity to meet the families at our potluck dinner.
The Rogue Valley is also an amazing outdoor area, hiking, Oregon cave tours, zip line tours, etc...its all here waiting for you to come explore.
Bend Area HFH
Bend
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Elementary School
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We are currently constructing our 106th home for the Wargo family and soon to begin building for the Perez family. We also provide home repair
services for people in need of roof repair/replacement, ramps, accessibility features and more. Our ReStore will be moving in November to a new
location and we are excited at what this will mean for our organization, families and community! Volunteers are so beneficial to our work in
helping children and adults be successful for years to come. Our community is gorgeous with lots of extra curricular activities to keep people
busy and having fun!
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Pennsylvania
Harrisburg Area, HFH of Gtr
Harrisburg
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
The need for affordable housing is rapidly increasing in Harrisburg. The Harrisburg Affiliate has taken great pride in making the Collegiate
Challenge experience meaningful and fun for the students, partner families, staff, and the community. The city is full of great history and a
wonderful river front. Just down the road you will find Hershey, which has several fun activities for you to enjoy. Groups will volunteer on home
Rehabilitation and Critical Home Repair projects.
Pittsburgh, HFH of Greater
Pittsburgh
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Consistently voted the "most live-able" city in the U.S. Pittsburgh is a vibrant city with plenty to offer to visitors looking to discover the Steel
City! Collegiate Challenge groups will be working with Habitat to help build a better Pittsburgh for all through the renovation of vacant homes.
The group will be staying at the Salvation Army Center in Braddock located within 30 minutes of downtown, the Carnegie Museums, cultural
districts, and more.
Chester County, HFH of
Coatesville
Available Spaces: 18
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Volunteers will work on new construction in Western Chester County, PA. Lodging is provided at a local church.
Montgomery County, HFH of
Norristown
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Variety Club
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
HFHMC is doing really exciting work with Neighborhood Revitalization! We are working in a zone to improve the lives of 198 residents by
doing critical repairs & rehabbing one home. In addition, we are working with a local CDC to rehab a building that will serve as a community
center and after-school program. In addition, we are located just outside Philly, with tons to do just a short train or car ride away.
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South Carolina
Berkeley County, HFH of
Goose Creek
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 7
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
You will be very engaged in the town of Moncks Corner, SC building three new homes for low and moderate income partner families. Your
work incorporates HFHBC’s “bringing people together” approach to improve community. 45 minute drive to the beaches and the city of
Charleston.
Lodging is provided by a local church, private entrance. Some couches, no beds, bring air mattresses and towels. Enough showers/bathrooms
and kitchen with microwave. Restaurants and grocery stores nearby.
East Cooper HFH
Mount Pleasant
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
According to where we are in our building schedule, your group may be working on tasks ranging from foundation or brick work, installing
flooring or decking systems, framing or wall construction, exterior and interior finishing as well as landscaping projects.Paramount to our work is
safety and the Habitat Staff will pay close attention to the well-being of every volunteer. Rest assured that regardless of the task at hand,
volunteers will be trained and coached in a relaxed and fun environment.
Horry County, HFH of
Myrtle Beach
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $260.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Dorm-style retreat
Building Location:
[X] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Other: Monday - Thursday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We will probably be at the early stages of a new build and also have rehabs available. Lunch will be provided on the work site. Accommodations
are at a dorm-style, w/ kitchen, one block from the beach. There are many attractions and restaurants to enjoy on your down time.
Georgetown County, SC, HFH
Georgetown
Available Spaces: 22
Contribution: $200.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Other: Monday Tuesday Thurs Fri
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat in Georgetown County located on the historical SC coast, near Winyah Bay,12 miles from beautiful SC beaches on the ocean. Our
Volunteer House sleeps 22 people with three full bathrooms, a full kitchen, washer/dryer, living room, cable TV and Wi-Fi. Daily breakfast and
lunches on work days will be provided. We will be building new homes for our 98th and 99th families in January – May.
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LowCountry HFH
Beaufort
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $175.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 14
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Lowcountry Habitat for Humanity is located in the heart of Beaufort, South Carolina. Beaufort is an area of both extreme wealth and poverty. We
are located along the coast of South Carolina and are a home for beaches, rivers, marshes, and wildlife. We are also very close to Savannah and
Charleston; perfect for day trips!
Our area is in major need of housing and we are here to help!
Dorchester HFH
Summerville
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 75%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
CHARLESTON, SC IS LOCATED ON THE BEAUTIFUL, HISTORICAL BEACHES OF THE ATLANTIC OCEAN. IT IS HIGHLY
POPULATED WITH TOURIST TO ENJOY THE HISTORICAL SITES, BEACHES AND GOOD COUNTRY COOKING! DORCHESTER
HABITAT IN SUMMERVILLE, SC IS ONLY 25 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON ON THE WATER. STUDENTS WILL
SPEND TWO DAYS IN THE RESTORE AND TWO DAYS ON THE BUILD SITE. LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED ON WORK DAYS
ONLY.
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Tennessee
Holston HFH
Kingsport
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
All the beauty and charm of the "Smokies" without the commercialism. Our affiliate has built 250 homes and build 8-12 homes a year. We have
20 families working on "sweat equity", waiting for their house that you can build. We build our houses in 4-10 weeks depending on the build
teams. We have regular, quality oversight and have 4-5 houses being built at any time. We have some great recreation options available for our
guests, and quality staff to make this a great experience.
Rutherford County Area HFH
Murfreesboro
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $250.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Other: M, T, TR, and F
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity is a wonderful affiliate that has built 122 homes since it's inception in 1989. Our community is
growing by leaps and bounds, but still has a very small-town feel. Students will have the opportunity to work alongside partner families and staff
while enjoying hospitality from area churches. They will get one free day to explore surrounding areas. We work hard but always have fun and
keep Christ in everything!
Cleveland, HFH of
Cleveland
Available Spaces: 35
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Other: Monday through Thursday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Since 1990, over 116 families have realized their home ownership dreams through HFHOC's ministry. Cleveland, TN is located minutes from the
Cherokee National Forest, just 20 minutes outside Chattanooga! Whitewater rafting, hiking, and downtown Chattanooga are all just a few minutes
away. Check out our incredible lodging arrangements!
Johnston Woods Retreat Center: johnstonwoods.org
Camp Ocoee: campocoee.com
Blount County HFH, Inc.
Maryville
Available Spaces: 45
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Located 30 minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains, Maryville offers opportunities for outdoor recreation within an hours distance including
hiking, backpacking, canoeing, horseback riding, tubing, and whitewater rafting. Our regular volunteers are great teachers with lots of patience.
We love to shower our southern hospitality on our collegiate challenge groups. Lunch M-F and Tues/Thurs evening meals at two local churches
who have a free community meal (another service opportunity).
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Anderson County, TN; HFH of
Oak Ridge
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We hope you will come and work with us because of the dramatic increase (up 400% in 10 years) of families in need of affordable housing. We
repair owner-occupied homes, rehabilitate unoccupied homes, and build new, working toward eliminating poverty housing in Anderson Co. We
hope you will consider us as you make your plans. We are located 45 minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains and there are three state parks
nearby. Join us in Anderson Co. and we’ll show you great southern hospitality (all meals are provided). Mattresses are also provided for all
participants.
Lakeway Area HFH
Morristown
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 60
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Retreat Center
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
LAHFH is located in Morristown TN. We are very near the Great Smokey Mountains,Dollywood and Gatlinburg. Our housing facilities will be
located in Tazewell TN which is about 30 minutes from our jobsite but is great housing quarters that house 24 people with separate quarters for
male and female. Bunks beds are in each area. It has a large kitchen and meeting area. The kitchen has 2 refrigs and stoves. Great construction
coordinator. He works well with youth.
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Texas
Bay Area HFH-Houston
Dickinson
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $175.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: Recreational Facility
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Other: Tues-Fri or Mon-Thurs
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
In the Houston Bay Area, there are approximately 400,000 people who live in substandard housing. BAHFH serves low-income families living in
the three counties stretching south from the metropolis of Houston to the Texas Gulf Coast. The influx of hard-working and bright-minded
volunteers during the Collegiate Challenge program, greatly enhances our affiliate's work. During your down time, you can explore NASA
Johnson Space Center, miles of Texas beaches, Kemah Boardwalk and the Houston Rodeo!
Laredo, Inc, HFH of
Laredo
Available Spaces: 25
Contribution: $140.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 21
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Make a TRUE IMPACT for impoverished families on the Texas-Mexican border! Enjoy a culture of a city who is 96% Hispanic. Find out why so
many volunteers return annually to this great city. Meet local leaders, our families, & enjoy weekly FIESTAS. Breakfast, lunch, orientation &
FIESTA night meals provided. Leave with a tan knowing your work counted & with memories lasting a lifetime. Attractions: Rio Grande
Environmental Center, malls, theaters, Mexican import shops, bowling, & the best food along the border. Host sites: Primarily churches. Cots
provided.
Nacogdoches, Inc., HFH of
Nacogdoches
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Habitat Nacogdoches is a fast growing affiliate working in a small community. This college town was recently named the Garden Capitol of
Texas and has a wide variety of activities including live music, sports, antiques, the arts, water activities on lake Nacogdoches, and the new
ZipNac zipline course. Volunteers can work with our Upcycle activities including art made from found objects and the transformation of wine
bottles into beautiful objects.
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Utah
Castle Country, HFH of
Price
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Volunteer Bunkhouse
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
In the high desert of SE Utah, HFHCC works in the rural communities of Carbon and Emery Counties. With nearby national parks and with the
plentiful public land, there are endless opportunities for outdoor adventuring on an off day of afternoon. In this frontier landscape, our home
repair program works with low-income, elderly, and disabled populations to remove safety barriers, improve efficiency, and increase a home's
durability. Host location will likely be Green River, UT.
Virginia
Eastern Shore Of Virginia HFH
Exmore
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: showers at YMCA & camp
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
ESVA Habitat serves 2 of VA's poorest counties on rural Delmarva peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean & Chesapeake Bay - farming, fishing,
very little industry or business (chicken plants) - large low-income pop, much substandard housing & few job options - large Hispanic pop
(farming, construction) - small towns, friendly family atmosphere & great hospitality- stay in small local churches - near Chincoteague, VA
Beach, Wallops Space Center - great worksite crew teaches, encourages - meet homeowners
Rockbridge Area HFH
Lexington
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[ ] Church
Other: Carriage House
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
We are an ambitious rural affiliate seeking motivated college teams to help in the construction of 1 of 4 new homes built per year in the
Rockbridge Area. Nice accommodations at local Carriage House near downtown Lexington. Knowledgeable site supervisors will direct the
construction process in a fun, safe, learning environment. Opportunity to work alongside future homeowners. Historical area surrounded by the
Blue Ridge mountains, access to hiking trails, local restaurants.
Danville & Pittsylvania Co HFH
Danville
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Danville has one of the highest poverty rates in VA. There is a great need for decent, affordable homes. Collegiate Challenge participants will
stay in a local church with: kitchen for meal prep; shower facilities. Participants will have opportunities for new or rehab construction, and/or
work in the ReStore. Work schedule includes a half-day on Wednesday. Attractions include parks with extensive walking/biking trails, museum
of art and history and walking tours of historical neighborhoods.
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Washington
Yakima Valley Partners HFH
Yakima
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $175.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Help Change Lives in The Apple Capital of The World! Just a short drive from SEA and Portland, Yakima is close to major metro areas but a
world away. The dry, arid climate sees everything grow from apples to award winning wines. Our valley cultures are as diverse as its crops
mixing Spanish & Native American heritage. Fair Market value for 2 bed apt=$750/mo. So 1 parent earning min wage spends 48% of their gross
income on housing! Groups from across the country & hopefully yours help us build 6-8 homes each year to interrupt this cycle of poverty.
Whatcom County, HFH in
Ferndale
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
No Advance Contribution Required:
Advance Amt: 0%, Advance Days: 0
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Do you enjoy participating in projects designed at giving people a hand up, not a hand out? If yes, come join us in building decent, affordable
homes for families striving for a path out of poverty here in scenic Washington. Local churches provide lodging and cooking space, with a nearby
Fitness Club offering showers. Local businesses donated ice cream treats and a pizza lunch. Areas to visit: Birch Bay, Mt. Baker, many hiking
trails, and waterfront destinations.
Skagit HFH
Mount Vernon
Available Spaces: 6
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 15
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: Camp or family host
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Help us build our 29th & 30th homes working beside 2 families building their dreams providing safe, stable & affordable homes for their
children’s future. To date we have made a difference for 44 families. Experience making a community a better place to live; at the job site & in
our store, which has provided over 150 job training opportunities & is essential funding.
Be prepared to work rain or shine; but enjoy the experiences around you! After your hard work visit our beautiful area.
Cowlitz County HFH
Longview
Available Spaces: 15
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: YMCA also provides shower
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
CCHFH founded in 2000 is located between Seattle WA & Portland OR.We serve all of Cowlitz County; primarily within the cities of Longview
& Kelso. We will be building 2 new homes; several NR/ ABWK projects & a couple rehab projects. Lodging at one of our local churches & the
use of YMCA for workout/swimming and/or additional showers. We have a great community and welcome you with open arms & hearts. Enjoy
the beautiful NW by visiting our beaches and Mt. St Helens.
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Kitsap County, HFH of
Bremerton
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Student will work on the largest single family solar neighborhood in Washington State. This is a 32 home “super sustainable" "super green"
neighborhood with 82 fruit trees on the property. Every home has solar panels on the roof. Kitsap County is on a peninsula into the Puget Sound.
There are more miles of saltwater shore line than any other county in the United States.
West Virginia
Huntington (WV) Area HFH
Huntington
Available Spaces: 14
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [ ] Suburban [X] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Huntington WV Area Habitat for Humanity will be celebrating our 25th year in 2015. We have completed 83 homes with 84 and 85 close to
dedication. Our affiliate partners with a local church to provide lodging for our participants. There is a full kitchen, cots as well as men's and
women's shower facilities. We are part of a tri-state location made up of Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia. You can be in any of those states in
about 15 minutes.
Mon County HFH
Morgantown
Available Spaces: 20
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 100%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[X] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Mon County Habitat is located in Morgantown, WV. Students are housed in area churches who have a strong partnership with the affiliate.
Showers and an equipped kitchen are provided at the church, but students will need to bring their own sleeping bags, cots, or air mattresses.
Hiking, white water rafting, shops, dining, and many other activities are close by.
Wisconsin
Waukesha County, HFH of
Waukesha
Available Spaces: 10
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 25%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other:
Building Location:
[ ] Rural [X] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
On our build site you will be supported by a group of regular volunteers who have been with us for several years. Waukesha is located just east of
Milwaukee, and offers the accessibility of a vibrant downtown with the availability of outdoor activities such as hiking & rafting as well!
We work with two College Chapters throughout the school year, and are excited to work with other chapters this summer! We recently opened up
a ReStore and were named Small Non-Profit of the Year in 2014.
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Wyoming
Teton Area, HFH of the Greater
Jackson
Available Spaces: 12
Contribution: $150.00
Advance Contribution Required: Advance
Amt: 50%, Advance Days: 30
Area Description:
Student Accommodations:
[ ] Volunteer Center
[ ] Private Home
[X] Church
Other: motel, home stay
Building Location:
[X] Rural [ ] Suburban [ ] Urban
Work Week: Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Age: 16
Minimum Youth/Adult Ratio: 5:1
Come build homes in beautiful Jackson Hole, Wyoming! The need for affordable housing for local, hardworking families is greater than ever.
We are currently building 4 homes in East Jackson, just a short bike ride from downtown and the National Elk Refuge. Also, expect to have some
time to explore the beautiful region, including Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
Your housing will depend on when you can come and how big your group is. We have church, motel and home stay options.
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