If you are interested in joining any of these committees, contact the committee chairs at the email addresses provided.

Family Selection Committee

Staff Contact: Mary Brown
mbrown@durhamhabitat.org
682-0516 ext 102
Description: This committee holds the extremely important task of reviewing prospective homeowner applications and choosing who the next Habitat homeowners will be. Occasional travel for home visits is required. The committee also needs volunteers to speak to people in the community about Habitat and how to become a Habitat homeowner. Training will be provided. Must be 21 years old.

Family Support Committee

Staff Contact: Mary Brown
mbrown@durhamhabitat.org
682-0516 ext 102
Description: This new committee supports people during their first year as owners of Habitat houses. Tasks include: helping families with sweat equity, the closing process, dedications, adjusting to new responsibilities etc.; educating them on home ownership-related topics; attending meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month, from 7 to 9 pm in Durham; and arranging one person per year to speak to homeowners about some subject that they need to know (such as lawn maintenance, home decorating, wills or insurance). A minimum commitment of 12 months, a friendly personality, and a willingness to work with diverse people are essential. Must be at least 21. Some knowledge of home ownership is preferred. The Committee is chaired by Fran Langstaff, 596-8000.

Finance Committee

Staff Contact: Bill Wismer
billwismer@hotmail.com
682-0516 ext 106
Description: This committee needs volunteers who have both some background and some interest in finances.

Outreach Committee

Staff Contact: Maria Keeler
mkeeler@durhamhabitat.org
682-0516 ext 112
Description: The Outreach Committee supports Habitat's efforts to gain financial partnership from Durham's faith communities and civic organizations and to promote Habitat's mission to Durham County. Members of this committee may be asked to represent Habitat of Durham at various speaking engagements.

The Outreach Committee meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:30.  

Special Events Committee

Staff Contact: Roxanne Little
rhall@durhamhabitat.org
682-0516 ext 113
Description: This committee needs volunteers to plan fund-raising events, including the House Party in the fall, Halloween 100 Bike Ride, and a breakfast event in the spring. Tasks include: brainstorming theme and strategies, pre- and post-event planning, event day meeting/greeting/logistics, attending monthly meetings in Durham and having fun as we increase support and funds for Habitat of Durham. A commitment of at least 6 months, a friendly personality, and a desire to further the spirit and mission of Habitat are essential.

Resource Development Committee

Staff Contact: Mitzi Viola
mviola@durhamhabitat.org
682 0516 X107
Description: This committee is dedicated to Habitat's fundraising "big picture" and is vital to Habitat's plans for growth in the future. Resource Development is our current biggest need. Members meet monthly to identify and solicit potential major donors and nontraditional sources of revenue and recruit home sponsors.