The work varies from home to home based on the homeowner’s needs and the size and skills of your volunteer team. Projects may include exterior painting, landscaping, minor carpentry and exterior repairs, deck or porch repairs, stairs and handrails, accessibility improvements, and cleanup.

No. Most Program Day projects are designed so volunteers with a wide range of experience can participate. Hearts & Hammers matches projects to each team’s size and skill level, and experienced volunteers or tradespeople may take the lead on more technical work.

Minneapolis–St. Paul: Program Days are generally scheduled from June through October.
Dallas–Fort Worth: Program Days are typically scheduled during spring and fall.

Exact dates are coordinated with each volunteer group based on homeowner projects, team availability, and weather conditions.

A typical Program Day lasts about 6–8 hours, with many teams beginning around 8:00 a.m. Your team captain will provide your group’s specific schedule and project information before the day.

Volunteers must be at least 12 years old to participate. Volunteers ages 12–17 must have a completed parental permission form.