Rock the Block Volunteer Guide
What to Know Before You Go
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Q: What is Home Base and where do I park for check-in and my work site?
A: Home Base is the central location where Rock the Block volunteers gather and meet before each shift to check in and gather important information. This year’s Rock the Block “Home Base” is located at Cedar Creek Event Center, located at 1018 Cedar Street in De Pere. Public parking is located along city streets surrounding Cedar Creek. After the introduction and safety meeting, we strongly encourage carpooling to the work site whenever possible. Parking is available on most De Pere city streets (with the exception of Eighth and Ninth streets).
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Q: Do I have to sign up to volunteer or can I just walk up and register?
A: All volunteers must be registered more than 24 hours in advance of a scheduled volunteer opportunity. All volunteers are required to pre-register by completing and submitting our online volunteer registration and waiver form. Q: Where do I go to check in for my volunteer shift?
A: All volunteers are required to check in at Home Base before beginning any work or transporting to their work site. This year, Home Base is the Cedar Creek Event Center, located at 1018 Cedar Street in De Pere. Parking is available at the event center for all attendees. Registration includes checking in for your volunteer shift, picking up your t-shirt, getting food and/or snacks, and gathering for the intro and safety brief. |
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Q: What are the specific addresses for each Rock the Block work site?
A: View the online map to see the 28 work sites and homes participating in Rock the Block. Volunteers will receive their work site location in confirmation emails. At the time of check-in, volunteers will receive an informational handout and will write the work site address for additional reference. To view work sites and the map, visit https://bit.ly/rtbworksites25. Q: How do we cancel a scheduled volunteer shift for Rock the Block?
A: Rock the Block is a substantial volunteer-driven event, so we appreciate as much advance notice as possible. At minimum, please notify us at least 48 hours prior to the event that you need to cancel. Contact us at 920-593-3921 to notify us of a cancellation. |
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Daily Volunteer Schedule
Morning Shift:
8:00 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. - Registration & light breakfast/snacks
8:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. - Intro & safety brief
8:45 a.m. - Head to work site locations
12:00 p.m. - Lunch at Home Base
Afternoon Shift:
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Registration & lunch/snacks
1:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. - Intro & Safety Brief
1:15 p.m. - Head to work site locations
4:00 p.m. - Volunteer work complete for the day
All volunteers are welcome for lunch, whether you are finishing a shift or just joining us for the afternoon!
Volunteers who work both shifts should register in the morning and will not need to re-register for the afternoon. However, if you are a volunteer joining us for an afternoon shift ONLY, please check in at registration before getting lunch or snacks. If you are a volunteer joining us on multiple days, please check in at registration ahead of your shift each day.
Morning Shift:
8:00 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. - Registration & light breakfast/snacks
8:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. - Intro & safety brief
8:45 a.m. - Head to work site locations
12:00 p.m. - Lunch at Home Base
Afternoon Shift:
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Registration & lunch/snacks
1:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. - Intro & Safety Brief
1:15 p.m. - Head to work site locations
4:00 p.m. - Volunteer work complete for the day
All volunteers are welcome for lunch, whether you are finishing a shift or just joining us for the afternoon!
Volunteers who work both shifts should register in the morning and will not need to re-register for the afternoon. However, if you are a volunteer joining us for an afternoon shift ONLY, please check in at registration before getting lunch or snacks. If you are a volunteer joining us on multiple days, please check in at registration ahead of your shift each day.
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Q: What should I wear to a Rock the Block work site?
A: Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes (no flip-flops or sandals), weather-appropriate clothing, and/or apparel that can get dirty, dusty, or ruined. Volunteers are encouraged to wear clothing appropriate for the weather and outdoor work environment. In the late summer and heat, be prepared and bring sunscreen. Q: Should I bring my own tools to Rock the Block?
A: Volunteers are not required to supply their own tools. All tools, supplies, and materials are provided by the Site Leader upon arrival at the work site. Volunteers may decide to bring their own work gloves. If you decide to bring your own tools, we recommend labeling or marking your tools. Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Q: Do you have a lost and found?
A: If you have lost an item, please visit the Information Station located at Home Base to see if it is has been turned in. If you find an item that does not belong to anyone on the work site or to the homeowner, please turn it in at the Information Station at Home Base. Q: What if I find additional work that is needed on the exterior of a Rock the Block house?
A: Please follow the guidance and instruction provided by the Site Leader or Site Supervisor. Only tasks included in the scope of work are being done by volunteers, staff, and contractors. If you are asked to look at other needs, or to do any task(s) or projects that are not specifically noted at the work site, contact a Site Leader or Site Supervisor immediately. No one participating in Rock the Block is allowed to enter the homeowner's house. |
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Q: What if Rock the Block is cancelled due to inclement weather or other circumstances?
A: If we need to cancel volunteer work for any reason, we will notify you via email as soon as possible. We suggest checking your email before heading to the Home Base so you can learn about any cancellations, location changes, or updated parking instructions.
Generally speaking, heavy rain will cancel efforts for the Rock the Block event. High winds can cause cancellation if it is unsafe or impossible to conduct improvements or repairs to the exterior of a Rock the Block home. If there is a light drizzle or fog, it is the call of the Site Supervisor and the Site Leaders to decide whether to continue or cancel. Volunteers are not required to remain at a work site in conditions they do not want to work in.
A: If we need to cancel volunteer work for any reason, we will notify you via email as soon as possible. We suggest checking your email before heading to the Home Base so you can learn about any cancellations, location changes, or updated parking instructions.
Generally speaking, heavy rain will cancel efforts for the Rock the Block event. High winds can cause cancellation if it is unsafe or impossible to conduct improvements or repairs to the exterior of a Rock the Block home. If there is a light drizzle or fog, it is the call of the Site Supervisor and the Site Leaders to decide whether to continue or cancel. Volunteers are not required to remain at a work site in conditions they do not want to work in.
Q: Is there a minimum age requirement to volunteer for Rock the Block?
A: More information on this coming soon.
A: More information on this coming soon.
Q: How do I schedule a volunteer group? Does everyone need to register individually?
A: With registration and advance notice, groups can schedule to volunteer at Rock the Block. Groups are also welcome to join our regularly scheduled Habitat build site and ReStore opportunities. Check our online monthly calendar for specific dates and times.
A: With registration and advance notice, groups can schedule to volunteer at Rock the Block. Groups are also welcome to join our regularly scheduled Habitat build site and ReStore opportunities. Check our online monthly calendar for specific dates and times.
Q: What days of the week can we schedule a group for Rock the Block?
A: With registration and advance notice, groups can schedule a volunteer opportunity for Rock the Block on event days (September 16, 17, and 18), as well as event setup or teardown days. We always do our best to accommodate groups during workdays.
A: With registration and advance notice, groups can schedule a volunteer opportunity for Rock the Block on event days (September 16, 17, and 18), as well as event setup or teardown days. We always do our best to accommodate groups during workdays.
Q: Can I complete community service hours to graduate, or earn credit by volunteering?
A: Yes! We welcome students to volunteer for Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity to fulfill their school or organization’s service hour requirements. During Rock the Block, you can request a signature, documentation, or paperwork after you’ve completed your hours. Depending on the number of community service hours needed to be completed, we invite you to consider other volunteer opportunities and share your skills and talents in support of our mission.
A: Yes! We welcome students to volunteer for Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity to fulfill their school or organization’s service hour requirements. During Rock the Block, you can request a signature, documentation, or paperwork after you’ve completed your hours. Depending on the number of community service hours needed to be completed, we invite you to consider other volunteer opportunities and share your skills and talents in support of our mission.
Q: Is there a limit to the number of people who can volunteer for Rock the Block?
A: There is no limit, but please make sure to tell us the number of volunteers in your group so we can make the experience enjoyable for everyone. We cannot guarantee groups will be placed at the same site together, but we try our best to keep everyone together.
A: There is no limit, but please make sure to tell us the number of volunteers in your group so we can make the experience enjoyable for everyone. We cannot guarantee groups will be placed at the same site together, but we try our best to keep everyone together.
