I spent this past Saturday working on a Habitat for Humanity renovation. HFH is an organization that gets a lot of buz in the community and it was about time that I experienced it for myself.
If you are looking for a great team building volunteer opportunity, this is one that I would highly recommend.
What is Habitat for Humanity?
Sacramento Habitat for Humanity, an ecumenical housing ministry based on Christian principles founded in 1985, is a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International whose mission is to eliminate poverty housing worldwide and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience. SHfH is one of almost 1600 affiliates serving the United States and 90 developing countries around the world.
As individuals and an organization we:
If you are looking for a great team building volunteer opportunity, this is one that I would highly recommend.
The experience was one that took me outside of my comfort zone and gave me a glimpse into the reality that many families face. The home we were renovating was in a significantly low income area of Sacramento. Much different from the neighborhoods that I am accustomed to. Most of the houses on the street were in poor condition. Many were boarded up or torn down. From what I could tell by the neighbors coming and going, it was also quite diverse.
Two SHFH families were on site with us throughout the day, and were very appreciative of our help. The team lead for our volunteer group had provided lunch for everyone. One of the mom's had never had Togo's before and kept saying how delicious it was and thanking us. She was even more grateful when she was able to take home the leftovers.
We spent the day prepping the interior of the home for paint. There was no experience necessary and all tools/materials were provided. There was plenty of work to be done and it was a messy job. At the end of the day, I felt accomplished. The entire day served as a reminder of all the things that I have been blessed with and shouldn't take for granted.
Sacramento Habitat for Humanity, an ecumenical housing ministry based on Christian principles founded in 1985, is a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International whose mission is to eliminate poverty housing worldwide and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience. SHfH is one of almost 1600 affiliates serving the United States and 90 developing countries around the world.- Recognize our social and moral responsibility to help the working poor
- Seek and work in dynamic partnerships to develop our community
- Work to increase overall home ownership in Sacramento County
- SHFH is a non-profit 501(c)(3), private, non-governmental organization
- Serves Sacramento County relying on the local community for volunteers, materials, services and financial contributions to fulfill our mission
- An empowerment program, not an entitlement program, giving people a hand-up not a hand-out
Interested in volunteering in the Sacramento area?
Christine A. Roybal
(916) 440-1215 ext. 1115
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