Volunteer stories
Volunteer spotlight: Hugh
Since joining Habitat in 2015, Hugh has logged more than 2,300 volunteer hours on build sites. Keep reading to see why he keeps coming back week after week.
Volunteer spotlight: Rehman Anwar
Housing affordability is one of the biggest challenges facing young Canadians—and for Rehman, it’s personal. As a university student looking…
Meet our Board Chair: Russ Wells
When Russ Wells first joined Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta in 2020, he probably didn’t expect he’d eventually step in to help lead our Community Engagement team—let alone become our Board Chair. But if you’ve met Russ, you know he has a way of quietly leaning in wherever help is needed most.
Volunteer spotlight: Susan
Susan is always up for a challenge. Whether she’s volunteering at the Habitat ReStore, training for Special Olympics, or spending time with her twin sister Paula and her dog Milo, she does it all with a big heart and lots of energy!
Volunteer Spotlight: Crew Leader Sue
Since 2008, Sue has been a steady, skilled, and compassionate presence on Habitat for Humanity build sites—here in Southern Alberta and around the world. With more than 2000 hours of service under her toolbelt, Sue is an example of what long-term volunteer impact looks like.
Volunteer Appreciation Week
At Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta, volunteering doesn’t look just one way. Keep reading to see the many ways volunteers support affordable homeownership in Southern Alberta.