Habitat Home Repair Volunteers

Overview

At Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity volunteers work with our staff members in the community to help people stay safe and comfortable in their homes through our Rock the Block home repair program. Rock the Block is in need of volunteers Wednesday - Fridays from 8:15 a.m.

- 4 p.m. with lunch on your own from 11:30 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m. Rock the Block is a housing outreach program that assists low-income residents with:

• weatherizing windows, doors, and siding
• building decks or ramps for easier accessibility
• painting or landscaping
• beautification of homes in the community

No experience is needed, our construction managers teach you all the skills you need to get the job done. This program allows residents in the Greater Des Moines area to stay in their homes, age in place, have safe accessibility and to have great pride in their homes.

Volunteer group sizes are limited to 7-8 volunteers per site. All volunteers must wear designated PPE including face masks. Volunteers must be 16 and up to participate. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult (age 21 +) and must bring a waiver with parent or guardian signature. To sign up for Rock the Block, please visit our website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Volunteers should be between the ages of 16 and 100.

Inclement Weather Plan:
Rain, snow, or shine we still work to build homes, communities, and hope! If we are working outdoors and there is lightning, we take a 30 minute break and seek shelter. We rarely cancel or delay the start of the day, but if that happens, we will send an email as soon as possible to inform registered volunteers of any changes.

To check to see if there is a cancellation or delay, please call the Habitat Weather Hotline . If the weather prevents you from making your scheduled volunteer shift, please make sure to email us and let us know that you need to reschedule or cancel.