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To learn more about the volunteer opportunities available at Habitat for Humanity of Martin County, click here.

To volunteer for a build, please register online at the Habitat for Humanity of Martin County Volunteer Website.

You may also contact Mary Jones, director of volunteer services at (772) 223-9940 or e-mail mjones@habitatmartin.org.

See for yourself how Habitat volunteers have a great time while helping others. View our photos on Flickr.

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Commitee Member Positions Needed

Faith Relations Outreach Committee
The primary task of the faith relations outreach team is to build long-lasting relationships with the churches. A faith relations outreach team member is responsible for:
  • approaching indivdiuals about involving their churches in Habitat work.
  • suggesting partnership possibilities that seem appropriate for the ministry goals of various churches.
  • supporting church leaders with promotional materials, making presentations to churches, answering questions and offering encouragement to church leaders.
Family Selection Committee
This committee is responsible for drafting the selection criteria used to select families for approval by the board of directors.  The committee is also responsible for:
  • developing application forms
  • screening applications
  • interviewing prospective families
  • recommending applicants to the board of directors for approval
Hospitality Committee
This committee is for those volunteers who can make construction volunteers feel at home when they arrive.  This commitee is responsible for:
  • arriving on the construction job site to welcome volunteers
  • directing volunteers to the sign-in sheets
  • making sure everyone is greeted and receive adequate direction
  • locating interested people or groups to prepare meals such as chili, sandwiches, or just buy pizza to build the spirit of hospitality and community at our jobsites on Saturday's.
Volunteer Commitee
The volunteer commitee will combine several of Habitat's volunteer-based programs.  The goal is to create an expanded vision of volunteer service that will allow volunteers to help increase Habitat's scale and building capacity.

Guidelines for Group and Individual Volunteers (non-sponsor)

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us. We count on the support of individuals and groups to meet our home-building objectives. Through the help of volunteers, we have completed more than 90 homes throughout the county.

Schools, Churches and Civic Groups:
Schools, churches and civic groups are asked to partner with Habitat for Humanity through the volunteer department.  Habitat purchases all construction materials and supplies needed for each house.  We do look to our community to help us cover the cost of construction.  We apply for grants and other state and local funding, but they do not always cover all expenses. 

Habitat for Humanity of Martin County asks that a group help fundraise for a build day.  Please review our group participation guidelines for schools, churches, or civic groups for more information on coordinating a Day of Service with Habitat for Humanity of Martin County.

Corporate Day of Giving Volunteer Program:
Businesses and corporations are also asked to partner with Habitat for Humanity through the volunteer department.  Volunteering is the easiest and most effective way to show that your company cares about the community.  Increase your company’s recognition and reputation as a socially-conscious business by volunteering at Habitat for Humanity of Martin County.  Corporate volunteering also strengthens a company’s corporate culture, providing a means for employees to build strong connections to each other and the community. Click here to learn about opportunities for corporate partnerships.

Community Service Hours:
Habitat for Humanity of Martin County welcomes volunteers who are required by a court to complete community service.  We accept community service hours for the following charges:  DUI, possession of controlled substance and minor traffic violations.  While all of our volunteer opportunities are open to such volunteers, the time frame required for the hours' completion typically means that an individual will volunteer either in construction or at the Habitat ReStore.  Prior to beginning any court ordered community service, you must meet with the director of volunteer services to complete the necessary paperwork. Click here to review our community service volunteer policy. Additional forms can be found in the "Volunteer" section of this Web site under "Forms."

Workday Schedule:
Apart from holidays, special occasions, and group scheduling, work sites are open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday of every week. Our day begins at 8:30 a.m. with a safety orientation and devotion, and ends at 12:30 p.m.

Contact:
For more information, please contact Mary Jones, director of volunteer services or call (772) 223-9940.