All volunteers must be at least 16 years old to participate. Volunteers under 18 must have a parent or guardian present during their volunteer shift. If you are interested in volunteering in one of our ReStores, or need to complete community service hours, please email our ReStore Staffing & Volunteer Coordinator at slewis@indyhabitat.org.
Be a part of the change you want to see in your community.
The Habitat mission is only possible with generous volunteers and partners like you. 5,000+ individuals gave their time and talent in 2024 to provide 32 families with affordable homeownership. Join us in this important work!
Build Site
Find available opportunities in your area to volunteer individually or as a group.
The Habitat mission is only possible with generous volunteers and partners like you. No matter your skillset or level of expertise, we have a place for you. No experience is necessary! Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We will guide you on everything you need to know.
Dive into the requirements and details of what to expect when volunteering with Habitat. Whether you’re looking to give back during your free time or want to join one of our annual themed builds, there are plenty of ways to get involved and make a lasting impact.
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. To operate power tools and work on a ladder above 6 feet, volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Tiger Team
In 2024, the Tiger Team of 143 members dedicated nearly 18,000 hours to Habitat’s mission.
As a core group of individuals who graciously donate their time to Habitat to support our construction team, our Tiger Team is an integral part of Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity!
A “Tiger” is a volunteer committed and dedicated to helping Greater Indy Habitat achieve its mission by consistently contributing time and skill. No experience is required, and each Tiger is orientated to become an advocate and knowledgeable representative of Greater Indy Habitat. All volunteers are required to follow our volunteer build site guidelines.
Young Professionals
GIHYP members must be between the ages of 21- 40 years old.
Greater Indy Habitat Young Professionals (GIHYP) seeks to connect socially conscious individuals with the mission of creating global citizens through volunteerism and community awareness. Our YP group officially launched in 2019, but the group has been hard at work well before that!
Check out the HYP Flickr album to see photos from their build days, socials, and past events. Learn more about what the YPs do and membership requirements.
Themed Builds
Discover how you can get involved with Habitat through one of our annual themed builds!
We offer a variety of unique themed builds that allow you to engage with Habitat in meaningful and impactful ways. Women Build brings together hundreds of women to fundraise and build four homes, showcasing the power of peer-to-peer support.
Multifaith Build invites faith groups from all backgrounds to unite and put their beliefs into action through service.
CEO Build is an exclusive opportunity for local leaders to connect, fundraise, and build alongside a future homeowner.
Global Village encourages volunteers to travel, build, and experience a new culture, working alongside members of our affiliate’s tithe partners’—El Salvador & Kenya—community building houses and make a difference in the lives of others.
Explore these opportunities to see which themed build speaks to you!
ReStore
Lend a hand at any of our four locations.
By volunteering, you’ll work alongside our staff to help provide affordable housing in the Greater Indy area. Every day is different!
Our usual projects include assembling furniture or light fixtures, inspecting items for quality, sorting donations, and general cleaning and organizing around the store.
We welcome individual and group volunteers, ages 16 and up. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
FAQ
My work/church/other organization wants to volunteer. How do we get involved?
Please fill out the group form and you can expect to hear from a member of our team after submitting. They can talk through how your organization and Habitat can form a partnership and connect you to the best volunteer opportunity for your group.
Is there an age limit to volunteer?
Yes! All of our volunteers must be at least 16 years old per our insurance requirements. Those under 16 can’t go above 6 feet on a ladder or operate any power tools. Some projects require all volunteers to be 18 or older due to the type of work being done and will be noted in the project description.