Adopt-a-Day Program

Frequently Asked Questions

What days of the week do we build?

• Habitat builds from Tuesday - Saturday.

Is there a receipt issued for this sponsorship?

• HFHH will issue a letter of receipt for the total value of your sponsorship

What is the maximum/minimum number of people who can participate?

• 8 people maximum for the Build sponsorship or up to 15 for the Home sponsorship (these numbers can change depending on the build site).

What is included with the donation?

• Habitat Huronia's Adopt-A-Day is the most unique team-building experience that engages participants and enables the organization to invest in the community. Your day will include a t-shirt, lunch, snacks as well as a fun and rewarding team-building experience.
  
  Media will be notified of the event for photos and possible interviews. Our own website and social media will support leading up to the day, day of promotion and a follow up after. Mention in our newsletter will also be provided. This varies depending on Adopt-A-Day package.

Can someone come out and speak to our team?

• Absolutely! Once your day is booked, we will be happy to come out and give an informative Lunch & Learn presentation that will help recruit volunteers or motivate and inspire employees who will soon be building with us.

How much notice do you require for cancellations?

• We require 2 weeks notice for cancellations.

How long is the build day?

• The day starts at 9:00 a.m. and ends with a clean-up by 3 p.m.

What time do we arrive on site?

• Please arrive on the build site at 9:00 a.m. sharp.

Will there be someone there to greet us?

• A representative from Volunteer Services will greet you upon arrival to register you, your team and introduce you to your crew leaders.

Can someone arrive late/leave early?

• It is very important that volunteers arrive on time in order to register and go through the orientation and safety process with your group. If you need to leave early please be sure to let your Crew Leader and a Habitat staff member know. (Advance notice would be helpful)

What should we wear?

• Loose, comfortable and old clothing is ideal. Long pants, or shorts to the knees no skirts and please bring your own gloves. Please dress for the weather and be prepared to get dirty!

Hard hats/work boots?

• Habitat for Humanity provides hats for all of our volunteers; however, you must have your own CSA approved steel-toe work boots.

Do you provide lunch/snacks?

• HFHH will provide a lunch, drinks and snacks.

What if someone has dietary restrictions?

• Please inform Volunteer Services prior to ordering lunch so that they can accommodate your dietary needs.

What type of bathroom facilities are on site?

• We have Port-O-Potties on each build site.

Where do I send the money?

Please send money to:

• Habitat Huronia
• Attention: Ann Adams
  571 Bayfield St., Unit 1, Barrie, ON L4M 4Z9
  Phone: (705) 727-0802 ext.104
  ***Please do not send cash. It is very important that you include with your cheque, a note indicating which team you are building with, as well as the date you are building.

Do volunteers need previous experience?

• No experience is required to volunteer in any capacity with Habitat for Humanity Huronia.

What if someone is not comfortable building?

• There is something for everyone on site, please inform your crew leader if you are not comfortable with the task that you have been assigned.

Are there age restrictions for volunteers?

• Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older to participate on a Habitat build site.

What kind of tasks will volunteers be doing?

• Tasks vary depending on the construction schedule.