Want to make a difference in a family’s life by walking alongside them as they become a homeowner for the first time? Become a Homebuyer Mentor! If you are interested in learning more about the mentor program, please attend our info session at our main office (3135 N. Meridian St.). We’ll review the time commitment involved, examples of support you could provide to a homebuyer and answer any questions you have about the mentor program. Attending this session does not automatically lock in your commitment; rather, we hope it provides you enough information so that you can make a thoughtful decision before you decide to volunteer your time as a mentor.
The mentor program exists to pair up a volunteer — who holds the mentality of “we’ll figure this out together” — with a Habitat homebuyer beginning our homeownership program. We don’t expect mentors to have it all together; however, we do hope that those who serve as a mentor are able to use their own experiences and strengths to serve as a humble guide, friend, and trusted partner to the future homeowner.
A mentor will work to:

• Identify community resources of use to the future homeowner
• Follow up concerning Habitat class materials
• Provide homeownership tips
• Answer any questions about the program
• Meet with the family at least once a month to listen and encourage
• The mentor will walk alongside the Habitat homeowner for 1-2 years. You become their main advocate outside of the Habitat for Humanity staff.

Have questions? Please contact Meredith Canfield via email mcanfield@indyhabitat.org or by phone 317-777-6071.