Current Builders - Habitat for Humanity

Fundraiser Toolkit & Team Leader Resources

Review the links and documents below to support you through each phase of the build. Fundraising at least $350 to participate in Women Build may seem daunting at first, but once you get started, you’ll see how quickly small donations add up. For example, if you get 10 friends to each contribute $35, you’ve made your goal! Below are sample communications you can copy and paste or change to make your own.

Habitat is available for questions at womenbuild@indyhabitat.org. After scoping out the resources please contact your team leader with any questions. Team Leaders, please first contact your coach with questions.

Arielle
Latisha
Deontasja
Corvetta

“With the help of Habitat, my dreams are turning into reality.”

Read Arielle's Biography

“This is me stepping out of my comfort zone. I am not giving up on my girls and our chance for a better space.”

Read Latisha's Biography

“I believe Habitat for Humanity will help me thrive on my journey in creating the best life possible for my family.”

Read Deontasja's Biography

“This program means peace of mind for me.”

Read Corvetta's Biography

Important Dates

Builder Registration Deadline: February 23

All builders must be registered in Classy to ensure they begin to receive important communication from Habitat.

Women Build Kick-Off Event: March 6

Minimum Fundraising Deadline: April 11

Panel Build: April 12

Fundraising Deadline (incentives): August 31

Donations will still be accepted after this date; however, they do not qualify for awards or incentives distributed for the year.

Team Leader Resources

Review and download important documents to help you prepare for orientation and the full build season ahead. Stay connected with fellow builders by joining our private Facebook group, and be sure to follow us on all our social media platforms to stay in the loop.

Builder Recruitment

Follow the prompts to access the fundraising page where you’ll complete your individual registration. You’ll also find ready-to-use email messaging that you can copy, paste, and send to women you’d like to recruit—whether they’re first-time builders or returning teammates.

Fundraising Toolkit

Here are some resources to help you successfully meet—and even surpass—your fundraising goal. You’ll find sample emails, text messages, a best practices video, and social media posts ready to use.

Don’t forget to promote our Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit program! When you or someone in your network donates to Women Build, they may qualify for a state tax credit. There are specific steps required to claim it, so be sure to learn how it works and spread the word.

Is your team hosting a fundraising event? Please contact your coach so she can be sure we can get you the appropriate support.

Visit the Habitat Main Office to pick up Women Build note cards (blank inside) to send a thank you to any of your supporters, should they be donors, spouses, babysitters, etc.

Build Day

Before your build day, please complete the volunteer waiver and take time to review the materials provided to help you know what to expect on the build site. These resources will ensure you feel prepared and ready to make the most of your experience.

Check out our build site guidelines to know more.

Home Dedication

July-August

At the end of construction, we invite and encourage all builders, donors, family and friends to join us for a Home Dedication Celebration and a tour of the completed homes. While additional gifts to the homeowners are not required nor expected, you can give a housewarming present to provide at the dedication.