Volunteers: The Heart of Harrisburg Habitat
Harrisburg Habitat thrives because of our incredible volunteers. With a small, dedicated staff, we rely on the generous donation of time from our volunteers to bring our mission to life. The ReStore is no exception—our volunteers handle everything from collecting and testing donations to cleaning, merchandising, and assisting customers. They truly are the lifeblood of our operations.
Beyond the work they do in-store, our volunteers are our best advocates, sharing Habitat for Humanity’s mission and inspiring others to donate, shop, and volunteer. Interested in joining this passionate community? Whether you’re an individual or part of a group, reach out to us for more information at:
volunteer@harrisburghabitat.org or call (717) 480-5083
Together, we’re building more than homes—we’re building hope.
Requirements
- Energetic and Courteous
- Be able to lift 50 lbs
- Volunteers must be at least 16 years old
Duties and Expectations
We offer a few different shifts for everyone but are willing to work around your schedule.
(3) Three Hour Shifts:
- Morning Shift: 9 AM – 1 PM
- Afternoon Shift: 1 PM – 5 pm
(6) Six Hour Shift:
- All Day: 10 am – 4 pm
Positions
- Volunteers-in-training: On your first few visits, you will work closely with one of our lead volunteers, shadowing them and assisting in specific projects. Prior to volunteering we ask that you complete our short safety course videos. These trainings help protect you and our customers.
- Departmental Volunteers: After your first 40 hours in the ReStore, you will be assigned to a specific department after conferring with management on your skills, interest and needs of the store. At the start of each shift, you will have a brief checklist of task for your department. Included Departments.
- Cabinets and Appliances
- Doors and Windows
- Furniture and Home Decor
- Lighting and Electronics
- Plumbing, Hardware, and Paint
- Cash Register
- Donations
- Customer Service Specialist: Directly interact with customers, answer service and product related questions, have knowledge of store layout and products, handle customer feedback and complaints.
- Lead Volunteer: Regular volunteer who is giving additional tasks of mentoring and training new volunteers.
Ready to Volunteer? Fill out this safety waiver!