Skagit Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a nonprofit, ecumenical, Christian housing organization. Habitat for Humanity works in partnership with people in need to build and renovate decent, affordable housing. The houses are then sold to those in need at no profit and with no interest charged. Volunteers provide most of the labor, and individual and corporate donors provide money and materials to build Habitat houses. Partner families themselves invest hundreds of hours of labor "sweat equity" into building their homes and the homes of others. Their mortgage payments go into a revolving Fund for Humanity that is used to build more houses. We need two different kinds of volunteers: On-site construction helpers: We generally build every Wednesday and some Saturdays. (Check our Work Schedule page for exact building dates.) Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. No prior building experience is needed -- we have on-site supervisors to provide hands-on training. You can come as much or as little as you want. We have tools, or you may bring your own. Donuts and other refreshments provided. Volunteers pound nails, hang drywall, carry materials, dig, paint, etc., depending on the stage of building. NOTE: If you have a special skill such as licensed electrician, plumber, drywall finisher, heavy equipment operator, roofer, carpet and flooring installers, PLEASE consider lending us your expertise! Committee members: Most committees are seasonal and meet as necessary while coordinating a project or event. All skill levels are welcome, no experience necessary -- bring your enthusiasm! Examples of existing committees include: helping to organize fundraising events, selecting partner families, orienting new families to homeownership. To become a volunteer, or to get more information on volunteering, please contact us at (360) 428-9402 or email us at habitat1@fidalgo.net