a Volunteer Packet

Welcome
Southeast Valley
Lutheran Coalition!
Faith & Corporate Support
Cassandra Jarles
Liz Pabst-Wanless
Faith Relations Manager
Corporate Relations Manager
cassandra@habitatcaz.org
(O) 602.262.8647
(C) 602.725.5552
liz@habitatcaz.org
(O) 602.232.1072
(C) 480.235.3337
HFHCAZ Offices & ReStores:
Peoria Office &
Phoenix Office &
ReStore
ReStore
9133 W. Grand Avenue
115 E. Watkins
Peoria, AZ 85345
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Office: 623.583.2417
Office: 602.268.9022
ReStore: 623.776.2287 ReStore: 602.268.4268
Goodyear ReStore
13735 W Auto Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
623.215.0536
www.habitatcaz.org
Mesa ReStore
1135 S. Dobson
Mesa, AZ 85202
480.969.2143
* Lutheran Coalition Fall Events *
 First Build Day & Opening Ceremony: October 22nd, 2011
 Golf Fundraiser: 7:30AM Shotgun Start, November 12th , 2011
 State Tax Credit!!: Donate by December 31, 2011
 * 12th Annual Golf Fundraiser *
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Our 12th Annual Habitat Golf Scramble is scheduled for November 12, 2011 at Foothills
Golf Course, shotgun start at 7:30Am. The 4 man scramble tournament includes lunch,
prizes and raffles. Sign up begins in October. Sign up at the church or by email to
habitat@mvlutheran.org.
Players and Tee Box Sponsors Needed!!
 * State Tax Credit for Donations *
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Our number one fundraising effort by far is through personal contributions to Habitat for
Humanity (through Mt. View Lutheran Church) where contributors can receive a dollar for
dollar tax credit from the State as a donation for contributions for the working poor. Works
just like the school donation programs and you can do both!!
 * Friends and Neighbors Outreach *
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An open invitation to your and co-workers to participate in build-teams as we construct our
first home in Mesa. Take this opportunity to introduce your friends and colleagues to the
spirit of volunteering and your Church home, Mt. View Lutheran.
This Mission is completely funded by contributions from the members and friends of:
Mountain View Lutheran Church
 Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Esperanza Lutheran Church
 Desert Cross Lutheran Church
www.H4HLutheranCoalition.org
Mountain View Lutheran Contacts
Ron Lichty – 480-460-1904 or lichtyfam@cox.net
Judd Hunemuller – 480-759-5336 or habitat@mvlutheran.org
Project Schedule for the 2011-2012 Home Project.
Week
Date
Time
Lunch
1
2
3
22-Oct
29-Oct
5-Nov
HT
EZ
MV
4
12-Nov
5
19-Nov
6
26-Nov
7
8
9
3-Dec
10-Dec
17-Dec
10
24-Dec
6:30am - 1:30pm
6:30am - 1:30pm
7:30am - 2:30pm
No Building-Habitat
Golf Tournament
7:30am - 2:30pm
No BuildingThanksgiving
7:30am - 2:30pm
7:30am - 2:30pm
7:30am - 2:30pm
No Building-Christmas
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
31-Dec
7-Jan
14-Jan
21-Jan
28-Jan
4-Feb
11-Feb
18-Feb
No Building-New Years
7:30am - 2:30pm
7:30am - 2:30pm
7:30am - 2:30pm
7:30am - 2:30pm
7:30am - 2:30pm
7:30am - 2:30pm
DEDICATION
DC
HT
EZ
MV
HT
DC
EZ
DC
MV
HT
Construction Volunteers
Scheduling
Dates & Times:
• Scheduled Days: TBA
o Saturday,
• 6:30 AM – 1:30 PM *end time is subject to change
• 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM start date to be determined
• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start time for morning safety
briefing and meeting .
Construction Scheduling:
Cassandra Jarles
cassandra@habitatcaz.org
O- 602.262.8647
C- 602.725.5552
Build Location: Map included in packet
The Guerra Family, 453 W 1st Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210
Age Restrictions
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old to volunteer on site (according to the Youth Employment Act of AZ)
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16-17 yrs. old cannot use power tools nor work on the roof
Youth must wear a designate “youth” on their nametag
What to Wear
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CLOSED-TOE and back shoes. NO SLIP ONS! Work boots are preferred but thick soled tennis
shoes will be allowed. Please make sure that tennis shoes have a solid grip on the sole.
Please wear “work clothes” or clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. (no tank-tops or “short”
shorts)
What to Bring
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Water Bottle (we provide water but only have small cups)
Sun Block
Food: Your group is responsible for your own food, coffee, etc. if you care to have something on
site. We only provide water.
Tools: Habitat provides all hand tools, power tools, aprons, and supplies. There is no
need to bring anything unless you rather use your own tools and tool belt. Do not bring
power tools.
*Habitat provides all hand tools, power tools, aprons, and supplies. There is no need to bring
anything unless you rather use your own tools and tool belt*
Type of Construction Work
• No experience is necessary.
• Volunteers learn from House Leaders and Team Leaders as to what tasks need to be
done.
Rain Policy
• If it is raining, please call our Rain Hotline to see if the sites are open: 602.262.8679
Construction Safety Overview
Remember! All volunteers must sign a waiver before
participating in construction. Volunteers should carry medical
identification and emergency contact information on the jobsite.
The job site is often a crowded place with activity everywhere. In
this environment, please be aware of safety at all times. You are
responsible for your own safety as well as the safety of others.
If you see something unsafe, please mitigate the problem or
notify your leader. No one under 16 is permitted on or around
the jobsite.
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Dress with safety in mind
Tools – Always follow specific directions from your site
supervisor regarding the use of tools. Use gloves when instructed. If you choose to bring
your own tools, please mark them.
Power Tools - Before operating any power equipment, always seek instruction from the site
supervisor and your site leaders.
o Be sure to wear safety glasses when using power
tools.
o Inspect the cords, outlets and blades before using.
o Do not disable any safety features.
o Unplug prior to adjusting.
o Keep fingers away from moving parts.
o Ensure that power cord is out of cutting area. No one under 18 may use power tools.
Roofs and Ladders – Please exercise caution.
o Use a partner to steady a ladder and make sure A-frame ladders are always fully
extended.
o Place on a stable surface and take the time to move the ladder rather than leaning out
too far.
o When working on the roof, move slowly and carefully.
o Never lay anything down on a roof. Be careful with tools and other objects so that they
do not fall off and injure others. Falling objects are a major cause of injury on the work
site. Be aware of people working above and below you.
o No volunteer under 18 may be on the roof.
• Maintain Good Housekeeping – A clean worksite is essential
to your safety. All jobsites need to be left clean at the end
of the day.
o You are responsible for disposal of personal refuse,
including water bottles, lunch remains, etc.
o Remove nails from scrap lumber
• Lifting and Carrying
o When lifting, stand close to the load, bend your knees,
grasp firmly, and then lift by straightening your legs.
o Keep your back straight and your body vertical.
o Get help with heavy or long loads.
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Flexibility is Important
Directions/Map for
First Avenue Work Site
453 West First Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85210
Directions
From West (Surprise)
1. Take the 101 South to I-10 East Exit
2. Take the I-10 headed east to the 202 East
3. Take the Country Club Drive/US 87 exit
4. Turn right/south Country Club Drive/US 87
5. Turn right/east on West First Avenue
6. Destination will be on your left
From Southwest (Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, etc.)
1. Take the I-10 headed east to the 202 East
2. Take the Country Club Drive/US 87 exit
3. Turn right/south Country Club Drive/US 87
4. Turn right/east on West First Avenue
5. Destination will be on your left
From Northeast (Scottsdale)
1. Take the 101 South to Broadway Road
2. Exit Broadway Road and make a left/east
3. Take Broadway Road east to Country Club Drive/US 87
4. Turn left/north Country Club Drive/US 87
5. Turn left/west on West First Avenue
6. Destination will be on your left
From Southeast (Gilbert)
1. Take the Superstition Freeway/US 60 West to Country Club Drive/US 87
2. Take Country Club Drive/US 87 and head right/north
3. Turn left/west on West First Avenue
4. Destination will be on your left
--Map on back--
First Avenue Map