Student and Youth Groups

Getting young people involved in Habitat’s mission seeks to capture the imagination, energy, and hope of young people in order to productively and responsibly involve them as leaders in the work of Habitat.  However, since safety is one of our greatest priorities,  volunteers must be at least 16 years old to work on our construction sites. All youth volunteers must fill out a youth waiver signed by a parent to the worksite. But because we welcome everyone in our community to join us in our mission, regardless of age, we invite young supporters to contribute in other ways.

The Benefits of Engaging Student Groups

• Improve communication, cooperation, and camaraderie.
• Foster a sense of community service and volunteerism.
• Strengthen team spirit and morale.
• Interact with people from all walks of life.
• Learn practical construction skills.

Youth United Build

Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East is excited to have a new project in the works that is bringing youth ages 5-25 together to fund and build a home. Children under 16 years of age are assisting in fundraising, as well as promoting the project to the community. Older youth and young adults have the opportunity to participate in the construction of the house, in addition to fundraising and advocacy. The steering committee, consisting of high school and college students, have been planning and fundraising since the fall of 2009. Construction began on March 6, 2010! We are looking for steering committee members and youth ages 16-25 to volunteer on our construction site. To become a part of this unique youth build opportunity, please contact Marianne McClure at marianne@habitatportlandmetro.org or 503-287-9529  x14.

Younger than 16?