Alabama might the perfect place for your group to volunteer in spring 2025

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Sweet Home Alabama!

Want to make a real difference while creating lifelong memories?

Join the Albama Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge for a spring break that goes beyond the usual trip. As part of one of Habitat's longest-running youth volunteer programs, you’ll spend a week alongside your friends working with dedicated teams to help build safe, affordable housing in communities across the United States. No experience is necessary-just bring your energy and desire to make a change!

This is a perfect volunteer destination for your group of 5-24 people!

Our volunteers work in three areas: new home construction, home repairs, and Habitat ReStore. Habitat Birmingham is consistently ranked in the top 10 out of more than 1,400 Habitat affiliates in the US by Habitat for Humanity International based on production and is recognized as a top 10 home builder in Birmingham, Alabama. We do not provide housing.

How it works: Gather a group of five or more students (chaperones over 25 are welcome, too) and choose a Habitat location (in this case, Alabama). For one week, you will partake in the Habitat mission of building homes and changing lives.

WHO:
Students ages 18+ and college program leaders seeking an impactful volunteer opportunity with Habitat for Humanity! Groups of five or more are welcome, with optional chaperones (25+).

WHAT:
Join Collegiate Challenge, Habitat for Humanity's long-running alternative break program, where students work together on hands-on projects that make a lasting impact in communities across the U.S.

WHEN:
Choose a week that works for you! Collegiate Challenge offers flexible volunteer weeks during school breaks and year-round, so your team can choose dates that fit.

WHERE:
Birmingham Alabama! But if you are interested in other locations just know that we have build sites in diverse communities across the United States. Whether you want to stay close to your school or travel to a new location, many U.S. Habitat affiliates offer this program.

WHY:
Make your break meaningful! Beyond building homes, you’ll be creating hope and a stronger community spirit. It’s an unforgettable, purpose-driven experience that makes a real impact and brings you closer to friends, classmates, and new people alike.

HOW:
Ready to make it happen? Visit http://habitat.org/collegiatechallenge to apply. Sign up with your group, and start preparing for a rewarding journey that combines volunteering with an immersive cultural experience.