The day begins with an orientation and tour of the ReStore. Tasks at the ReStore include helping to organize the store, receiving donations, pricing items, light construction, furniture assembly, and helping customers. In addition to in-store shifts, there are shifts available to be a driver’s assistant. Driver’s assistants go on the truck with our drivers
Wear closed toed shoes and comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. ReStore warehouses aren’t heated or cooled, so dress accordingly. Pack your own lunch and bring a water bottle. Tools and safety equipment are provided, if needed.
Our three ReStore locations are open Tuesday through Saturday. Full day (9am-4pm) and half day (9am–12:30pm / 12:30pm–4pm) shifts are available and flexible to fit your schedule.
If you wish to volunteer at the ReStore, you may get started right away by creating a VolunteerHub account. Please note that to join us on the construction site, we ask that you attend an orientation prior to or within the first month of volunteering.
Please fill out our Court-Mandated Community Service Application to apply to fulfill your community service requirements with San Diego Habitat. We reserve the right to deny community service volunteers who have committed certain offenses. Due to the volume of requests, our volunteer opportunities are on a first come-first served basis, and we are unable to guarantee a
Volunteers must be at least 14 years old to volunteer at the ReStore. Volunteers 17 years old and under must bring a Minor Permission Form signed by a parent/guardian. This form is also available for download upon registering for a VolunteerHub account. Individual volunteers aged 14 or 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Absolutely! Our four-hour shifts are perfect for groups of 5-10 individuals. To arrange a time, fill out our Group Interest Form here. Important: Groups must bring one chaperone for every five volunteers under the age of 16. Please see below for more age-related volunteer requirements.
You don't have to lift a hammer to help build a home! Habitat ReStore volunteers bring new skills and build capacity to help provide discounted building materials and home goods to the community. Habitat uses funds raised by the ReStore to help families build and repair homes. By giving your time and talents, you
