Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity

Age Requirements

While there is no age maximum to work with Habitat for Humanity, volunteers must be at least 14 years of age to work in our ReStore or Office. Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age to work on an active construction site. We require a ratio of 1 adult per 5 youths volunteering in the ReStore and 1 adult to 4 youths volunteering on construction.

Construction Requirements

Ages 14 - 15: May assist with some site work such as painting and landscaping. 14 and 15 year olds cannot be present on an active construction site.*

Ages 16 - 17: May assist with any project approved for 14 and 15 year olds, plus siding installation, hanging and finishing drywall, and maintaining Habitat lawns.

Ages 18 and over: May participate in any aspect of the homebuilding process.

*If anyone on a site is 14 or 15, activities for the whole group must be age appropriate for 14-15 year olds.

Additional ways anyone of any age can support Habitat:

Contact the Volunteer Team at
216-429-1299 x226 or
volunteer@clevelandhabitat.org

Mission Statement: Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity, a Christian-based organization, develops opportunities for all of God's people to act out their faith. By working in partnerships to eliminate substandard housing, we enable families and volunteers to improve lives. We create hope by building homes, strengthening neighborhoods and reweaving communities.

Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity, 2110 West 110th St., Cleveland, Ohio 44102
Phone (216) 429-1299 Fax (216) 429-3629 ReStore (216) 429-3631 www.clevelandhabitat.org