Theme Builds | Durham Habitat for Humanity

MLK Day of Service

MLK Day of Service honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by turning his dream of justice and community into action. Each year, volunteers come together to serve, build, and uplift our neighborhoods—creating lasting change through small acts of kindness and collaboration.

At Durham Habitat, we celebrate this day by working side by side to help families and strengthen our community—because service is how we keep Dr. King’s vision alive all year long.

Women Build

Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build program empowers women from all backgrounds to come together to build, fundraise, and advocate for safe, affordable housing in our community. Through this initiative, women gain hands-on experience and make a tangible impact—helping families build strength and stability through homeownership.

Each year, Habitat affiliates across the country take part in National Women Build Week, held in early March in celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8). This week challenges women to dedicate at least one day to support the mission of affordable housing.

At Durham Habitat, Women Build isn’t limited to just one week—we offer volunteer shifts and special events throughout the year, providing ongoing opportunities for women to lead and serve in building stronger communities.

Register your group today!

Veterans Build

Veterans Day is a time to honor the service and sacrifice of our military members. At Habitat for Humanity of Durham, we’re proud to recognize this by hosting a special Veterans Day Build Week, from Wednesday November 4 through November 7.

Join us as we build alongside community members to thank our veterans in a hands-on, meaningful way. It’s a chance to give back, reflect on the spirit of service, and make a lasting impact.

Pride Build

Each year on the first Saturday in June, we come together for our Pride Build — a celebration of community, inclusion, and the ongoing work of building a more equitable future.

In partnership with local LGBTQIA+ organizations, allies, and volunteers, we build alongside Habitat homebuyers while honoring and uplifting Durham’s LGBTQIA+ community. It’s a day of action, celebration, and solidarity — and everyone is welcome.

Youth Build

The Youth Build program allows community members aged 10 to 15 to volunteer with Durham Habitat and serve in the community. Participants in Youth Build events work alongside Habitat staff and crew lead volunteers to create and decorate gifts for new homebuyers. This program allows young volunteers to learn more about Habitat’s goal and initiatives while also making their own contribution.

Interested in a Youth Build?

School groups, faith groups, and community organizations are invited to schedule their own Youth Build days. Youth Build events with open registration are held periodically throughout the year.

Lego Build

Our Lego Build is a youth-focused educational program designed to help young members of the Durham community learn about Habitat for Humanity and the importance of affordable homeownership opportunities. During these events, youths and adults work together to make their own vision of a safe and affordable home a reality with LEGO Bricks.

Interested in a Lego Build?

School groups, faith groups, and community organizations are invited to schedule their own Lego Build event.