Alamo Chapter
US Air Force Academy
Association of Graduates

San Antonio, Texas
                      

Help Build a Habitat for Humanity House!

Alamo Chapter Members

March 13, 2010

Who: Anyone age 14 and older. No construction skills are needed

We always have a great time when we do this - HfH is quite happy with our great work attitude and they are thrilled when some of our "seasoned" grads correct a few mistakes made by earlier crews.  Experience is NOT necessary, though!

What: Help build a Habitat for Humanity House. We will be working with others from other groups. Come learn a new skill, share one you already have, or just enjoy spending time working with others" or some such thing.

Where:  The area of construction is near Palo Alto College. See Below. Check in with the registration desk and tell them you are with the USAFA AOG.

When:  7:30 am - 3:30 pm, Saturday, March 13, 2010. The Safety Briefing starts at 8 am sharp.

Why: Give back in thanks for all the good things you have been given!

I need to confirm our group size, so I would greatly appreciate it if you would dig deep, decide to volunteer, then either e-mail me (kay.grosinske@us.af.mil) or call me (work - 536-6451; home 946-6500).
 

 

Sign In                  starts at 7:45 AM.  Volunteers must sign-in each day they volunteer, and complete a waiver of liability each year (volunteers under age 18 need a guardian’s signature). Volunteers will be introduced to their house leader, who will provide direction for the day.

Safety Briefing    begins at 8:00 AM.  Safety is more important than the speed of production, and construction work can be hazardous!  Since HFHSA crews normally have a high percentage of inexperienced workers, safety is of particular concern.  Your house leader will brief you on safety issues that might arise.  No one under the age of 14 is allowed on site.

Lunch                   will be provided for all volunteers on Saturdays and for scheduled groups on Fridays.  Lunches are donated -- individuals with special dietary needs should bring their own lunches.

Clean up              is at 3:30 PM (sometimes earlier in the summer).  Please plan to stay the whole day.  The workday will end after the site is clean and tools have been put away.

Please wear        comfortable clothes appropriate for the work and weather.  Wear items that can get stained, ripped, muddy, paint-spackled, etc.  You must wear closed-toed shoes - do not wear sandals.   For safety, do not wear loose, oversized clothing or dangling jewelry.   Summer months can be extremely hot and it can get very cold on site in the winter.  Dress appropriately.

Please bring        a water bottle (iced water provided on site) and sunscreen.

Media                   in San Antonio are always welcome to cover HFHSA events. If you see media on the site by themselves – instantly alert a Habitat staff member.  

Personal              will not be safe on the work site.  We accept no responsibility for lost or stolen

Valuables             items.  We highly recommend that you do not bring items that you consider valuable to our work sites.  We will provide all the tools and materials you will need to participate.

Security                must be maintained on the work site.  Concealed weapons, drugs, or alcoholic beverages of any kind are absolutely not permitted on an HFHSA work site.  Violators will be asked to leave.

Animals/Pets       are not allowed on the work site.  HFHSA discourages volunteers from feeding stray animals or pets.

                                        FOR WEATHER AND WORK STATUS UPDATES PLEASE CALL 223-5203 X184

The Top Ten Reasons to volunteer for our AOG stint helping Habitat for Humanity Saturday, October 20th.

10.  The summer heat is over and it actually feels good to be outside.

9.  You've resolved to help others a bit more this year, and this is a great opportunity.

8.  You enjoy spending a laughter-filled day with friends.

7.  You like free lunches - anywhere!

6.  You want to spend a bit of time with your 14-year-or-older child, and helping others is a good way to do it.

5.  Interior/Exterior - what's it matter?  You watch Extreme Makeover - Home Edition and can do anything!

4.  You are happy to help HfH get back on schedule in the wake of previous volunteers.

 

3.  7:45 isn't really TOO early, when you think about it, and 3:30 is a great time to end a day.

2.  You want to learn a small skill or two to help you when you tackle that type of work in your own house.

And the Number 1 Reason to join us Saturday...

1.  Comradery and the great feeling of helping others in need add up to one awesome experience!
 

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