Micro-Build Projects

For individual volunteers:

• Volunteering at a Build Day can either be a half-day or full day experience with a limit of 6 individual volunteers per shift. For larger groups, there is a slightly different process so please refer to the Group Build page. 

• Our hours for these build projects depend on the time requirements of the build project. However, hours are generally in 9am - 12pm or 9am to 3pm shifts. Refer to the individual opportunities for more specific information.

• Please arrive about 10 minutes prior to your scheduled shift.

• Always check your e-mail leading up to a scheduled event as there may be changes to your shift due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. 

• If you cannot make your reserved shift please use the link in your confirmation email to cancel your registration to open your slot to someone who can be there. Consistent no shows will be barred from registering for future events.  

• All volunteers must be 16 years or older to volunteer on build projects. Volunteers under 18 cannot use power tools.

• When registering please be sure to complete any forms or watch any safety videos that are required.

For group volunteers:

• For group volunteer build days, there is a slightly different process so please refer to the Group Build page for more information. 

We look forwarding to working with you!

Every Helping Hand Makes a Difference

Whether you’re a skilled crafts-person or you’ve never picked up a hammer, volunteering with Greater Fredericksburg Habitat for Humanity offers you a meaningful way to help families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable home ownership in the Fredericksburg area.

What to Expect: When volunteering for our Micro-Build Projects, you can expect to do anything ranging from painting, window cleaning and carpentry work. Tasks are assigned by our Build Site Manager, John Rosquist, and/or our Construction Program Manager, Emily Berg. No previous construction experience necessary.

Location: These projects will revolve around refurbishing and repairing the restore and main office located at 2378 and 2376 Plank Rd, Fredericksburg VA 22401

Clothing: Wear clothing appropriate for the weather. Don't wear anything with derogatory language. You must wear closed toe shoes. Please wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty. 

​Inclement Weather: We email updates the week of a build if we suspect we may need to move or cancel your build, so please check your email before your shift. If you have not been notified of any changes for your build, but the weather is questionable the morning of your build, please contact Emily by  e-mail to emily.berg@fredhab.org or John Rostquist John.Rostquist@fredhab.org for any changes.

​Parking: We ask our volunteers to park in the parking spaces behind the restore/office, go to the door labeled "Office Volunteers".

Arrival/Lunch/Bathrooms: ​Please be sure to arrive on time to get signed in. If you are signing up for a full day, please plan to pack a lunch or be prepared to purchase one from a local restaurant. We have a refrigerator available to store any cold items. We provide water on site.

Many thanks in advance for dedicating your time and talents to Greater Fredericksburg Habitat for Humanity!