New Volunteer OrientationTacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity

Welcome!

Today, we’ll cover…• Introduction to Habitat for Humanity• Affordable Housing and Habitat Families• Habitat Homes • Safety and Logistics

Introduction to Habitat for Humanity

Our Mission

With God’s grace, and the cooperation of people from all walks of life, Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity partners with families in need to build and own simple,

decent affordable housing.

Partnership with Families

Habitat for Humanity is a homeownership program.

• To qualify, partner families must complete 500 hours of “sweat equity”

• In return they pay an affordable mortgage

Volunteer Driven

The work we do would not be possible without your hard work and support.

All are welcome. Habitat is an ecumenical Christian organization. We work with people of all backgrounds.

Building Communities

What do we build?

New Construction

Home Repair

Home Rehabilitation

Impact

Habitat for Humanity, International: • Founded in 1976 by Millard Fuller• 2 million people housed in over 90 countries• 10th biggest U.S. home builder in 2013

Our affiliate (Tacoma/Pierce County):• Founded in 1985• Completed 210+ homes • More than 350 adults and 610 children housed

Habitat for Humanity Worldwide

For every house built by Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity, we tithe $4500 to Habitat for Humanity Guatemala.

This builds an entire home!

Habitat Familiesand Affordable Housing

Need in Pierce County

In the past ten years, rent in Pierce County has increased by 54%.

Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers: • Local Housing Authority

Waiting List: 3-5 years and 1000+ families• Public Housing Options

Waiting List: 3-7 years and 4500+ families

Other Affordable Housing Options:

Habitat for Humanity:Similar income guidelines, but families are usually in their homes within 12 months, and the solution to the family’s housing crisis is permanent.

Habitat Family Selection

Income of 30-80% AMI (area-median income)• Family of four earning between $20,000 - $53,600

Willingness to Partner• 500 sweat equity hours• Homeowner education classes

Current Housing Situation• Health concerns• Unsafe housing• Overcrowding• Large rent burden

Families are selected for homeownership with Habitat based on these criteria:

Habitat HomesWe are currently building in these neighborhoods:

Current Neighborhoods

Located in Parkland• at 104th St E and Golden

Given Road

Largest Neighborhood to Date• 30 homes on 7+ acres

Neighborhood Amenities• Community house• Sports court• Playground and tot lot• Community garden• Wetlands overlook

The Woods at Golden Given

Current Neighborhoods

Lakewood neighborhood of Tillicum• 30 scattered home sites throughout

Tillicum is focal area for NRI• Neighborhood Revitalization

Initiative - works to unite new home construction and home repair efforts within a specific low-income neighborhood

NRI is available to• All residents of Tillicum• Military veterans anywhere in Pierce County

Tillicum

Special Builds

Women Build• Empowering women to build

Building on Faith• Built by local faith community

Team Habitat• Opportunity for corporate,

community, or faith-based groups to build together as a team

Getting Started with Construction

Construction Volunteering

You do not need prior construction experience.

Build Days:Wednesday – Saturday year round

All construction volunteers must be 16 years of age or older.

Worksite Culture

Be safe and have fun. Be respectful, courteous, and inclusive. Support partner families working on site. Treat others as you would like to be treated.

No inappropriate language.Alcohol, drugs, smoking, tobacco, and e-cigarettes are prohibited. Observe safety signs and take precaution on site.

What to Bring and What to Wear

• All construction tools are provided

• Bring water and snack• Bring a lunch unless

otherwise advised • Closed toed shoes / boots• Long pants (no shorts!)• Shirt with sleeves • Appropriate clothes for

both construction work and rainy weather.

Worksite Schedule

8:45 – 9:00 Arrive and sign in 9:00 – 9:15 Site Orientation9:15 – 10:30 Work10:30 – 10:45 Snack Break10:45 – 12:30 Work12:30 – 1:00 Lunch Break1:00 – 2:30 Work2:30 – 3:30 Clean Up

Using VolunteerUP

• Group volunteers who wish to return to volunteer later as an individual must complete an online volunteer profile.

• Online scheduling can be accessed up to one month in advance.

• If you’re volunteering with a group, make sure you check the box next to your group name.

Safety and Logistics

Remember to watch the Construction Safety Video to complete the training!

Safety and Logistics

Thank you for viewing!Email any questions to volunteer@tpc-habitat.org