Ultimate House Raising Challenge
Take on HDA’s most intense volunteer experience and help build a home in just 4–5 days for a family in need in Eastern Kentucky.
Make a Visible Impact
HDA’s Ultimate House Raising Challenge is your chance to see immediate results from your volunteer efforts. In just one week, your group will turn a foundation and stacks of lumber into a structurally sound, weatherproof home for a family in need. No construction experience is required – our expert carpenters guide every step of the process.
Who Can Participate
- Groups (regional or local) of up to 30 volunteers
- Churches, colleges, corporate teams, and community groups
- All skill levels welcome – carpenters onsite will guide you
Dedicate one week to complete the challenge
What You'll Do
Over 4–5 workdays, your group will complete a “dry-in,” making the home structurally sound and weatherproof. Tasks include:
- Framing floors and walls
- Setting roof trusses and decking
- Shingling the roof
- Building front porch and back stoop
- Installing windows and doors
- Applying housewrap and siding
- Beginning select interior prep
By the end of the week, you’ll see a tangible transformation – a home ready for a family to move in, built by your own hands.
Why It Matters
Each home provides safe, affordable housing for flood survivors or low-income families.
Your $25,000 sponsorship per home supports HDA’s limited resources and ensures volunteer groups do not pay a fee.
Your team will gain construction skills, teamwork experience, and a sense of accomplishment.
How to Get Started
- Gather your volunteer group (max 30 participants).
- Commit to a $25,000 sponsorship per home.
- Reserve your week with HDA’s Volunteer & Community Coordinator.
Additional Information
- Need construction experience? None required. Carpentry staff will guide you through every phase.
After the challenge: HDA carpenters ensure all work passes inspection, and subcontractors finish plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and interior work. Once the home is complete, you’ll receive a video and photo commemorating your impact.
Questions or special arrangements, contact:
Jane Rose "Janie" Britton, Volunteer & Community Coordinator
Office: 606-436-0497
