Individual volunteers are welcomed regularly to fulfill a variety of different needs. The scope of work ranges from office work to being plugged into a group that is out on the construction site. We utilize all gifts and skill levels. If you are interested in joining a group on the construction site, contact Jon Lundberg at 612-703-9093. If you’re interested in helping in the office, see the possible opportunities below and contact Danita Martinez at 612-272-4405.

Current Office Opportunities

We are in great need of consistent volunteers to help with the following opportunities. The listed skills are required, but hours needed can be flexible.
Office hours are Mon-Fri 9:00am – 5:00pm.

Administrative (ongoing—weekly)
Help in various capacities with the administration of Urban Homeworks by filing, Urban Neighbor community (database update, research, recruiting help, etc.). Must be able to volunteer during UHW office hours. Suggested 2 – 5 hours/week.

Database Management (ongoing—weekly)
Help us keep our donor/volunteer and construction databases accurate & up-to-date. Attention to detail & computer skills required, but will train on the different databases (not complicated). Must be able to volunteer during UHW office hours. Suggested 2-6 hours/week.

UHW Reporter (ongoing—weekly or biweekly)
Help us gather stories and pictures from our different ministry areas (trainees, volunteers, etc) and help prepare them for our communications (newsletters, emails, etc). No camera required, but photography and writing/editing abilities preferred. Suggested 2-4 hours/week.

Event Coordination (as needed)
Help us in numerous areas and tasks as we get ready for events during the year. We’re currently preparing for the 2010 Go! 5K (that will be on May 22nd this year), which will be followed by our 15-Year Anniversary Celebration, annual fundraising luncheon and grain drive.

Open House/Community Events (ongoing—weekly)
Host an information gathering/table for various open houses and events. Must be outgoing and able to communicate well. After-business and weekend hours. Suggested 4 – 10 hours/week.

Community Outreach
Distribute flyers door-to-door to various neighborhood organizations and businesses and educate about home ownership possibilities. Must be outgoing and able to communicate well. Walking required. Suggested 4 – 5 hours/week.