Get Involved: Why Volunteer

There are many reasons to volunteer at Atlanta Habitat for Humanity. 

Learn New Skills
”When I began volunteering at Atlanta Habitat, I could not drive a nail without bending it and had a fear of heights.  Now, people compete with me to see who can drive a nail in with the least amount of hits.  And the skill that I have chosen to specialize in is roofing, which helped me to conquer my fear of heights... Over the years, I have helped on many Blitz builds... Through these opportunities, I now know how to build a home from the ground up.”
        Denise Wooten, Atlanta Habitat Volunteer Skilled Supervisor

Make New Friends
”I was a little hesitant to come to a site by myself.  But everyone there -- the house leader, the supervisors, the homebuyer's family -- were so nice and helpful.  I now make this a monthly event.”

Associate with Great People
”I consider Habitat to be one of the finest organizations I have ever been associated with.  I completely believe in what they are doing.  The people I have encountered with Habitat are the best.  The people that are receiving the homes are hard working, good people.... [My wife and I] always look forward to working with Habitat every chance we get.”
        James “Tom” Southern, Atlanta Habitat Volunteer

Give Back To The Community/Sense of Accomplishment
”It’s amazing to see at the end of the day what we've done - from a hole in the ground one day, to a home with doors and windows another day.”

Build Bridges Between Groups
”My church group volunteered with another church from across town; I worked with people I might never have met had it not been for Atlanta Habitat.  We had a great time.”