Volunteers are the backbone of Habitat for Humanity.

Volunteering with Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity has a direct impact on our community. Whether you would like to build with us, you are a professional who would like to use your skills to support our mission, or you just want make a difference in the Rockford area, we welcome you to volunteer with us. You will enjoy a rewarding and valuable experience, while meeting new people, networking, and learning new skills.


Volunteer Opportunities

Rockford ReStore

(a building supply reuse and surplus center)

When you volunteer at the ReStore, you are supporting Rockford Habitat’s work. All proceeds from the ReStore fund Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity’s operations, including building homes in the Rockford area. There are many ways you can volunteer, including processing donations, recycling, customer service, and more!

Whether you’re looking to volunteer at the ReStore regularly or just one time, there are plenty of opportunities to learn, have fun, and make friends. Volunteering with us is flexible and based on your schedule.

To get started, complete the form below.

Construction

Volunteer on construction site and help build a local family’s home. You can volunteer as an individual or as a group. Construction experience is helpful and valued, but not required to volunteer with us.

Every year, volunteers build Habitat homes alongside local families. This process helps to build strength, stability, and self-reliance in the Rockford community, and we would love to invite you to be a part of it. There’s no construction experience needed to volunteer on our build sites, and you can sign up as an individual or as a group. Signing up is easy! Fill out our interest form below or if you need assistance just contact our Volunteer Manager for more information at Jessicamadrid@rockfordhabitat.org or 815-636-4573 ext 200.

Lunch Donation

Groups, individuals, churches, and local businesses donate lunches for our Saturday construction volunteers, as a way to thank them for their support during our build season.

Community Service

Complete your community service hours with Rockford Area Habitat!

Professional Services

Serve as a Professional Services Volunteer!

Including, but not limited to:

Electricians | Plumbers | Roofers | Drywallers | Painters | Landscapers | Carpenters | Truck Drivers | Board Members | Committee Members | Legal Counsel | Accountants | Marketing & PR

Thank you for choosing to volunteer with us.

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