Volunteer and Learn

Build community. Learn together. Stay involved.

Continue your journey with Twin Cities Habitat as a homeowner! Through the Volunteer and Learn program, you can learn how to maintain your home, reach your next financial goal, volunteer on site and gain new skills, create your own projects, participate in exclusive events, and more. The best part? You can connect with homeowners just like you!

What to Expect

Ready to roll up your sleeves? We offer a variety of opportunities, from on-site build days to workshops and more. Learn skills that will help any homeowner. Take a look at a few examples of our events.

Skill Builder Days

Site supervisors will guide groups through demonstrations of different homebuilding skills. This may include insulation, drywall, trim, flooring, and painting. During the build, you may have the opportunity for hands-on practice!

Seasonal tasks may include (but are not limited to) the following:

Fall and Winter: Rough-in, finishing work, and painting
Spring and Summer: Framing, siding, scaffold setup, windows, and doors

Please note: Tasks may vary.

Learn Together

Meet in a Habitat classroom or partner site to learn a skill from experts in the community. Classes will focus on a variety of topics including personal finance, home mechanicals, working in Home Owners Associations, and more.

Build Community

Join in Habitat-sponsored events to advance our mission and celebrate success. Enjoy bi-annual Homeowner Celebrations, Habitat on the Hill, and the Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala, just to name a few.

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Building Financial Resilience in Uncertain Times header

Tuesday, February 24 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Virtual only via Zoom

When life feels uncertain, having a clear plan for your finances can make all the difference. Building Financial Resilience in Uncertain Times is a supportive, practical webinar designed to help people who have purchased a home through Habitat with budgeting and locating community resources that provide food, utilities and other essential support. Additionally, we will discuss hardship supports available through TCHFH Lending Inc. and how to access them.

Preventing Water Damage and Mold
During Melting Season

Thursday, March 12, 2026
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Office
1954 University Ave. W., St. Paul, MN 55104
Light refreshments provided

As snow and ice begin to melt, your home can be especially vulnerable to water damage and mold. In this session, we will discuss simple, proactive steps to prevent leaks, manage drainage, monitor basements and foundations, and reduce moisture buildup. Join us on March 12 at our office to learn what to watch for, how to respond early, and how to protect your investment during melting season.

Register here!

Visioning for Your Budget

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual only

Build confidence in your finances and start planning for what’s next. This session with Landy Mattison will cover budgeting tips and visionary goal-setting strategies. We will explore planning for common financial milestones such as saving for education, planning for vacations, taking on home updates, or preparing for retirement.

Register here!