Enough with saviorism, let's just build some homes in Mandeville already

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ORGANIZATION: Habitat for Humanity International: Collegiate Challenge

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Are you looking to build some homes and volunteer this Spring Break? Come to Louisana baby! We are looking for groups of 10-25 college student to help us this spring.

Habitat for Humanity STW is located in Mandeville, LA only 40 minutes north of New Orleans. While in Mandeville your days will be filled with volunteer service and your evenings will be free to take advantage of everything beautiful Southeastern Louisiana has to offer including tons of nature and wildlife! Habitat STW can assist in scheduling swamp tours and sunset canoe trips, while sharing restaurant and attraction suggestions. You will also be able to explore and take in the culture of New Orleans. Hope to see you soon!

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:
Mandeville! 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.

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About Habitat for Humanity International: Collegiate Challenge

Location:

285 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, US

Mission Statement

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. We partner with people in your community and all over the world to help them build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. With your support, Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability, and independence they need to build a better life for themselves and for their families. Through our work, we strive to achieve our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Description

Collegiate Challenge is an alternative break program that strives to capture the imagination, energy, and hope of young people in order to productively and responsibly involve them in the work of Habitat for a week.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Community
Homeless & Housing
Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, Homeless & Housing

WHEN

Sun Mar 02, 2025 - Sat Mar 08, 2025

WHERE

Multiple locations Mandeville, LA 70448

(30.355072,-90.04665)
 

SKILLS

  • Disaster Cleanup
  • Renovation
  • Construction
  • Electrical
  • Home Repair
  • Carpentry

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Your group will likely arrive on Sunday afternoon and depart the following Saturday morning. Build activities occur Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Saturday, but the schedule varies by Habitat location.
  • $175.00 per person 60 days in advance, 50% of amount due.

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