Meaning of Home Contest Volunteer Support
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| Organization Name: | Habitat for Humanity Manitoba |
| Address: | 60 Archibald Street Winnipeg MB R2J 0V8 |
| Website: | http://www.habitat.mb.ca/ |
| Organizational Description: | Habitat for Humanity Manitoba (HFHM) provides low-income families the opportunity of home ownership through its unique business model of offering no down payment,no interest mortgages. Monthly mortgage payments received by Habitat are used to purchase more land which enables donations to keep on giving - building more homes, more hope and more thriving communities. By mobilizing volunteers and community partners, Habitat for Humanity Manitoba works with people from all walks of life to build safe, decent, affordable housing for purchase by low-income working families. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 6353 |
| Description of Duties: | Habitat for Humanity Manitoba is seeking a volunteer to support the annual Meaning of Home Writing Contest for students in Grades 4, 5 and 6. This national program encourages students to reflect on what "home" means to them while raising awareness and support for affordable housing initiatives. Every student who enters earns a $10 donation to their local Habitat for Humanity with their submission. In addition, three grand prize winners receive a $30,000 grant for their local Habitat. Runners-up win a $10,000 grant for their local Habitat. Key Responsibilities
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| Skills Required: | Skills and Qualifications
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| Skills Gained/Related Careers: |
This role is a great fit for individuals with experience in:
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| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Remote Volunteering , Flexible Hours Time Commitment
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| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg - River East |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | French speaking / Bilingual (French and English) |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Evaluation Supervision Training/Orientation |
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| Closing Date: | Aug 1, 2026 |
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