frequently asked questions
Q: Do I need building experience to volunteer on a construction site?
A: No! We have experienced crew leaders and construction staff that will guide you throughout your whole experience!
Q: I don’t like working outside. Are there other ways I can volunteer?
A: Yes! You can volunteer in either of our ReStores, located in Delray Beach and Boca Raton, or in our administrative office. Visit our Volunteer Page to learn more.
Q: How old do you have to be to volunteer?
A: Construction volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. Neighborhood Revitalization volunteers must be at least 14 years of age. ReStore volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. All minors that volunteer must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian submitted to Habitat prior to their volunteer experience.
Q: Do I need to bring anything to my volunteer shift?
A: We provide everything you will need! Just come ready to have a good time while impacting your community!
Q: My child is not old enough to volunteer. Can I still bring them with me to my volunteer shift?
A: For safety reasons, we do not allow anyone to be on our construction sites, at our Neighborhood Revitalization sites, or volunteering at the ReStores that is not old enough to volunteer, even with a parent or guardian present.
Q: How long is a volunteer shift?
A: Volunteer shifts range from 3.5 hours to 8 hours. Log into your volunteer account to view the opportunities calendar and find a volunteer shift that interests you!
Q: What areas does Habitat for Humanity South Palm Beach County serve?
A: We serve Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach.
Q: Does Habitat for Humanity give away homes for free?
A: No. Our homes are sold to our qualified partner families who pay back an affordable 30 year interest-free mortgage.
Q: How is Habitat for Humanity funded?
A: We are funded primarily through individual and corporate donations.
Q: Does Habitat for Humanity only build new homes?
A: No! We also repair homes in our community through our Neighborhood Revitalization program.
Q: What services does Neighborhood Revitalization (NR) provide?
A: Neighborhood Revitalization provides quality exterior repairs. This includes roofs, siding, windows, doors, ramps & railings, landscaping, painting, etc. We do not perform repairs inside the home.
Q: How do I sign up to have my home repaired through NR?
A: Applications can be found HERE. The application packet, once completed, can be submitted to our office in Delray Beach, Florida or emailed to Patti Green at pjgreen@hfhboca.org. We are currently only repairing in the following focused areas: Pearl City, Boca Raton; Lincoln Court, Boca Raton; Delray Manor, Boca Raton; Delray Beach; Heart of Boynton, Boynton Beach;
Q: How do I become a Habitat Homeowner?
A: Please click HERE to be directed to the Homeowner Services section of our website to learn more.
Q: What kind of donations do you accept at the ReStore?
A: Please click HERE for a list of acceptable donations.
Q: Do you pick up ReStore donations?
A: Yes, we do. You can request a free pickup HERE.
Q: Where are the ReStores located?
A: The Delray Beach ReStore is located at 1900 North Federal Highway, Delray Beach, Florida 33483. The Boca Raton ReStore is located at 272 South Dixie Highway, Boca Raton, Florida 33432. Both stores are open 7 days a week.
A: No! We have experienced crew leaders and construction staff that will guide you throughout your whole experience!
Q: I don’t like working outside. Are there other ways I can volunteer?
A: Yes! You can volunteer in either of our ReStores, located in Delray Beach and Boca Raton, or in our administrative office. Visit our Volunteer Page to learn more.
Q: How old do you have to be to volunteer?
A: Construction volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. Neighborhood Revitalization volunteers must be at least 14 years of age. ReStore volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. All minors that volunteer must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian submitted to Habitat prior to their volunteer experience.
Q: Do I need to bring anything to my volunteer shift?
A: We provide everything you will need! Just come ready to have a good time while impacting your community!
Q: My child is not old enough to volunteer. Can I still bring them with me to my volunteer shift?
A: For safety reasons, we do not allow anyone to be on our construction sites, at our Neighborhood Revitalization sites, or volunteering at the ReStores that is not old enough to volunteer, even with a parent or guardian present.
Q: How long is a volunteer shift?
A: Volunteer shifts range from 3.5 hours to 8 hours. Log into your volunteer account to view the opportunities calendar and find a volunteer shift that interests you!
Q: What areas does Habitat for Humanity South Palm Beach County serve?
A: We serve Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach.
Q: Does Habitat for Humanity give away homes for free?
A: No. Our homes are sold to our qualified partner families who pay back an affordable 30 year interest-free mortgage.
Q: How is Habitat for Humanity funded?
A: We are funded primarily through individual and corporate donations.
Q: Does Habitat for Humanity only build new homes?
A: No! We also repair homes in our community through our Neighborhood Revitalization program.
Q: What services does Neighborhood Revitalization (NR) provide?
A: Neighborhood Revitalization provides quality exterior repairs. This includes roofs, siding, windows, doors, ramps & railings, landscaping, painting, etc. We do not perform repairs inside the home.
Q: How do I sign up to have my home repaired through NR?
A: Applications can be found HERE. The application packet, once completed, can be submitted to our office in Delray Beach, Florida or emailed to Patti Green at pjgreen@hfhboca.org. We are currently only repairing in the following focused areas: Pearl City, Boca Raton; Lincoln Court, Boca Raton; Delray Manor, Boca Raton; Delray Beach; Heart of Boynton, Boynton Beach;
Q: How do I become a Habitat Homeowner?
A: Please click HERE to be directed to the Homeowner Services section of our website to learn more.
Q: What kind of donations do you accept at the ReStore?
A: Please click HERE for a list of acceptable donations.
Q: Do you pick up ReStore donations?
A: Yes, we do. You can request a free pickup HERE.
Q: Where are the ReStores located?
A: The Delray Beach ReStore is located at 1900 North Federal Highway, Delray Beach, Florida 33483. The Boca Raton ReStore is located at 272 South Dixie Highway, Boca Raton, Florida 33432. Both stores are open 7 days a week.