Thank you for volunteering with the Chesterfield ReStore! Your time and energy help support Habitat for Humanity's mission while giving donated items a second chance and creating a great shopping experience for our community.
During your shift, you'll work alongside our ReStore staff to receive, sort, price, and prepare donations for the sales floor. You may help care for a section of the store by keeping it organized, stocked, and looking its best. Every day is a little different. You might be organizing furniture, helping a shopper find the perfect item, or creating an eye-catching display.
One of the easiest ways to make an impact is with a friendly smile! We encourage volunteers to greet customers as they arrive and help create the welcoming atmosphere that makes our ReStore such a special place.
What You'll Be Doing
Receive donations and thank donors for supporting Habitat for Humanity.
Help process, clean, and prepare donated items for the sales floor.
Learn how we price commonly donated items.
Keep store departments organized, stocked, and shopper-friendly.
Assist customers by answering questions or connecting them with a staff member when needed.
Help refresh furniture displays and other featured areas throughout the store.
Support day-to-day operations in both the donation processing area and on the sales floor.
Stay connected with staff and fellow volunteers using store radios.
Help keep the ReStore clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.
What Makes a Great ReStore Volunteer
A passion for Habitat for Humanity's mission and a desire to make a positive impact in the community.
Enjoys working independently while also being a supportive member of a team.
Willingness to follow directions and learn new tasks from ReStore staff.
Comfortable lifting and moving furniture or appliances with the help of dollies, carts, and teammates.
Able to stand or walk for up to three hours in a warehouse and retail environment.
Committed to helping us maintain a safe environment by following ReStore safety guidelines and dress code requirements.
Age Requirements
Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older.
Volunteers who are 16 or 17 years old must volunteer with an adult until a Habitat supervisor approves independent volunteering.
Both the youth volunteer and accompanying adult must have volunteer accounts, completed waivers, and be registered for the same volunteer shift.
Volunteers under 18 must have a parent or guardian complete a Minor Volunteer Waiver & Release on their behalf.
For safety reasons, volunteers under 18 may not use power tools or ladders taller than four feet.
What to Wear
Please wear:
Closed-toe shoes.
Comfortable clothing that you do not mind getting dirty.
Clothing that allows you to move, bend, and lift comfortably without being exposed.
Before Your Shift
A signed Volunteer Waiver is required before participating. If you have not completed one yet, you can do so by clicking the Respond button.
Tools, supervision, and water are provided. We have cups of water in our ReStores but we do recommend bringing a reusable water bottle to refill for convenience!
Richmond Habitat for Humanity has updated its safety and sanitation protocols. Click for more information: Safety | Sanitation
DOING HOURS FOR COURT? Please make sure to check out our policy and fill out the form PRIOR to volunteering if you will need credit or a letter verifying your hours. Find out more HERE!
Any volunteer that wants a signed letter at the end of their service must submit for approval before starting to volunteer. This is applicable for court and other purposes.
