FAQs

Yes! We plan work scopes, job assignments, and t-shirt quantities based on volunteers that have pre-registered for an event. We may not be able to accommodate walk-up volunteers on the day of a Build. You can find our volunteer application here:

No! We have Construction Captains and skilled technicians to help you with your assigned tasks. We also need help with photography and materials management. Runners drive to the nearest hardware store for last minute materials, manage our supply trucks, including loading and unloading at the warehouse, and help get needed materials to houses. If you do have home repair skills, be sure to let us know on the volunteer application.

We suggest you wear long pants and closed-toe shoes for safety. Be sure to dress according to the weather conditions. On sunny days, remember a hat and sunscreen. We recommend layers. Remember to wear clothes you are willing to get dirty – and even paint splattered! We’ll give you a t-shirt when you check in and we’ll ask you to wear it (this helps to make our photos look nice).

We have all of the tools, safety equipment, and supplies you’ll need to complete your assigned job. You may bring your own work gloves or tools if you’d like.

Yes! We have water available for our volunteers.

We have jobs for all skill levels. Typical Build projects include: painting, landscaping, floor installation, and light electrical and plumbing repairs. Each project has a Construction Captain who will guide you, and a Volunteer Captain who will help with logistics.

If you include your skills when you complete the volunteer application, we’ll be able to assign you to the right job.

Project management types make great Construction Captains. Let us know if you are interested in being a leader.

When we plan a Build, we reach out to our Sponsors first to fill volunteer spots. When sponsors are not able to recruit enough volunteers, we open volunteer spots to individuals and small groups. Contact Georgia Savoca at georgia@rtpeninsula.org to see if we can accommodate your group.