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Construction Welcome
Good afternoon, and thank you for your commitment to volunteer on our build site!
To help ensure a safe and successful build day, this page provides a quick overview of Habitat basics and what to expect when volunteering on our construction site. Please review all the information so you’re fully prepared to build with us.
Our Director of Construction, and our lead construction volunteers will meet you at the site and will guide you in the day's activities. You do not need to have any construction knowledge or experience. A short safety video is included below, and we will go over more detailed construction safety when you arrive on-site.
Thank you again for partnering with us to help families in our community build stability, opportunity, and a brighter future through safe, affordable housing.
If you have any additional questions after reviewing this welcome information, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Day-of Information
Time
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9:00am - 1:00pm
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Please arrive by 8:45 for the safety talk and a donut or bagel.
Food
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Donuts, bagels, water, and coffee will be provided.
What to Bring
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Bring a folding or camp chair to use during breaks.
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Work gloves if you have a pair. We will have extras on site if needed.
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Be sure to wear sunscreen and bring extra to reapply during the day.
Site Location
The site is located at 354 Crestdale Road in Matthews. There is a port-a-potty and first-aid kit on site.
Parking
Parking is available across the street at Mt. Moriah church. (381 Crestdale Road, Matthews, NC)
What is Habitat for Humanity?
Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in approximately 70 countries. Habitat’s vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Habitat works toward our vision by building strength, stability, and self-reliance in partnership with families in need of decent and affordable housing. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage.
About Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity
Community-level Habitat for Humanity offices serve a specific community on behalf of Habitat for Humanity International. Each local office coordinates all aspects of local home building in its local area.
Our Greater Matthews office serves Matthews, Mint Hill, and Stallings. We were incorporated as a nonprofit organization on July 10, 1989. To date, with the help of many hardworking and committed volunteers and partner families, we have built over 116 homes in 9 neighborhoods in the Greater Matthews community.
Site Safety
Stay Hydrated
Water is available on site: make sure you are drinking it regularly and you take breaks in the shade as needed. Please bring a reusable water bottle to help us be green.
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Minors
No one under the age of 16 is allowed to be on active construction site. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a waiver completed by their parent or guardian and have it turned into the Construction Team at the beginning of the day. No one under the age of 18 may use power tools or be higher than 6 feet off the ground.
What to Wear
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A GMHFH tshirt will be provided
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All Personal Protective Equipment as instructed by site leaders
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Closed-toe shoes
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Clothing that is appropriate for the weather
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Sunscreen/Bug Spray
Construction Safety
Here are answers to the questions we hear most.
Need more help?
Send a message to our Volunteer Department.