A safe and stable home is more than just four walls—it’s the foundation for a better life. However, for many families, homeownership remains out of reach due to rising costs and financial struggles. Thankfully, volunteers are stepping in to make a difference. Across Tucson, AZ, people are joining hands to build homes, offering their time
Volunteering with Habitat for Humanity is a transformative experience that brings the concept of gratitude into sharp focus. The process of helping build homes for families in need provides profound lessons about community, generosity, and the strength of human spirit. For those who have contributed their time and skills, such as in Habitat for Humanity
Volunteering is often viewed as a way to give back to the community, but it can also be a powerful tool for advancing your career. In Tucson, AZ, there are numerous volunteer opportunities that can significantly enhance your professional trajectory. Here’s how engaging in local volunteer activities can boost your career prospects and personal development.
Frank Pickett grew up making his own wooden toys; now, he volunteers at the HabiStore as a woodworker, fixing high-end used furniture for resale in support of Habitat for Humanity Tucson’s mission. “My father did some woodworking… When I was young, the neighbor boy and I used to make our own toys. We were relatively
Are you looking for meaningful ways to give back to your community and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? If so, volunteering for affordable housing initiatives might be the perfect opportunity for you. Affordable housing organizations are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has a safe, decent, and affordable place to
This weekend, Habitat Tucson- along with all of you- continued to build homes, community and hope right here in Southern Arizona. See some of the photos below or visit our Facebook album to see all of them! See the album! Many thanks to everyone who supported our 24th annual Women Build event this past weekend
There’s good news from the Connie Hillman Family Foundation Urban Construction Knowledge (CHUCK) Center, Habitat Tucson’s innovative workforce development center and 15,000-square-foot construction warehouse! Want to get involved? Visit the CHUCK’s page to learn more or get in touch with us by calling (520) 326-1217 or emailing info@habitattucson.org! Workforce Development The CHUCK Center is now a registered
“I believe I’ve been given a gift. I’ve been blessed with the ability to build and do His work.” Rick Witt is a retired firefighter and HVAC professional from the Chicagoland area who considers himself a ‘snowbird,’ splitting the year between Tucson and East Troy, WI. Since retirement, he has become one of our most
Jennie’s whole life has been dedicated to helping disadvantaged people navigate unjust systems. Now, she’s an AmeriCorps member at Habitat Tucson, and she calls herself “a walking billboard” for supporting Habitat. At the start of her career, she was on track to go to law school when she served her first AmeriCorps year teaching literacy
“The modular wall panel concept is the way of the future for all construction,” Graham Welbourn, RV Care-a-vanner volunteer, says. RV Care-a-vanners are volunteers who travel from throughout North America to various Habitat affiliates, bringing with them their significant passion, skill, and enthusiasm. Only recently, with the opening of the CHUCK Center, did Habitat
