Fundraising for Habitat!

The majority of our Global Village volunteers have not fundraised before and some initially  find this process daunting but don’t worry Habitat for Humanity Ireland will support you in your fundraising efforts. We will work with you on ideas to help you reach the target. You will also have the support of your team leaders and team members which you will meet 3 times throughout the year to encourage and advice you on your planned activities.

There are lots of ideas for fundraising. Whether it is bag-packing, a pub quiz, sponsorship cards or a coffee morning. The most important thing to remember is that you do a fundraiser that suits YOU.

How much do I have to raise?

Depending on which trip you apply for, your fundraising target will range from €3,000 – €3,500.  A deposit of 250 euro will be sent in with your application form.

What happens if I raise above the target amount?

In most cases volunteers raise over the fundraising target.   In this case 90 percent of the excess money will go directly to support Habitat for Humanity project overseas, while 10 percent will fund the work of Habitat for Humanity Ireland.

What does the money that I raise go towards?

This fundraising will cover:

• Pre-departure support (information sessions, development education, ongoing support from Habitat staff)
• €850 will be donated to support the work of our programmes. This includes €425 donations towards the development of the local programme in India and €425 will go towards Habitat’s office in Ireland and some of it will be spent on development of the local programme in Ireland
• Transportation: flights; transport from and to the airport in-country; in – country transport to the work site
• Accommodation during the trip within local community (local hostel/hotel) what will allow you to participate in community life after work hours
• Local food: 3 meals per day, snacks and water
• Weekend activities aiming at increasing your awareness of culture and developmental issues (all weekends are covered)
• Support before, during and after the trip: comprehensive insurance cover; 24-hourse emergency support, permanent support from the local coordinator.*

* Not included in the cost: Visa fees, personal expenses, vaccinations