Evansville, Indiana (May 18, 2009) – Habitat for Humanity of Evansville is seeking volunteers to help build two homes during a two-week period beginning June 6. The homes will be built in the New Haven subdivision, corner of Green River and Fickas roads.

Two shifts are available, from 7 to 11 a.m. and from noon to 3 p.m. No experience is necessary, only a willingness to help families become homeowners. Volunteers will be needed every day except Sundays from June 6 to June 20.

If interested, please read our safety and waiver policy and then register by clicking the "Volunteer Now" button. When you are prompted to select the build you are affiliated with, please select "Accelerated Build." You will then see all the dates and times available. You may volunteer as little or as much as you want.

Thank you for your interest. If you have any questions, please call Lydia Johnson, community relations director, at (812) 423-5623, ext. 21.

About Habitat for Humanity of Evansville
Founded in 1984, Habitat for Humanity of Evansville is a nonprofit Christian ministry whose mission is to build and sell simple, decent houses to hardworking families in Vanderburgh and Posey counties. We partner with individuals, churches, businesses and civic organizations who share our vision to make adequate, affordable housing for all a matter of conscience and action.

To be eligible, families must have incomes at or below 60 percent of the area median income. They must have a need for housing, be willing to contribute 300 hours in sweat equity and have the ability to pay their mortgage based on a 25-year, no-interest loan.

For more information, go to www.evansvillehabitat.org or call (812) 423-5623.