Youth Programs

Youth Volunteer Programs in Houston

Young people have the power to make a lasting impact in their communities. Through volunteer service, educational activities, and campus involvement, Houston Habitat for Humanity provides opportunities for youth to learn about affordable housing while helping build stronger neighborhoods across Houston.

Whether you’re a student looking to volunteer, a parent seeking meaningful service opportunities for your child, an educator planning a group project, or a college student interested in leadership, there are many ways to get involved.

WHY YOUTH ENGAGEMENT MATTERS

Youth involvement helps create future community leaders while supporting Houston Habitat’s mission of building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. Through participation in Habitat programs, students can:

Learn about affordable housing and community development
Develop leadership and teamwork skills
Gain hands-on volunteer experience
Work alongside Habitat homeowners completing the sweat equity hours required to buy their homes
See the process of a house from wall raising to a family receiving keys

Volunteer Opportunities: AGES 16 AND OLDER

Youth ages 16 and older can volunteer directly with Houston Habitat and gain hands-on experience supporting affordable housing efforts throughout our community.

Volunteer opportunities may include:
• House Build
• Wall build
• ReStore
• Settegast Garden

Volunteer Requirements
• Completed volunteer waiver
• Volunteer registration through VolunteerHub

AGES UNDER 16

While volunteers under age 16 are not permitted on active construction sites, there are many meaningful ways to support Houston Habitat’s mission.
Youth can:
• Organize donation drives
• Create activity baskets for Habitat homeowners
• Participate in educational activities focused on housing and community development

For more information on youth programs, contact:
Taylor Plata
Youth Program and Campus Chapters Coordinator
TPlata@houstonhabitat.org

Bring Houston Habitat to your campus

Want to make a lasting impact on your campus and in your community? If your school is interested in starting a Houston Habitat Campus Chapter, head over to our Campus Chapters page to explore how to get involved.

Learn More About Campus Chapters