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Fuller Center for Housing of Albany, Georgia
Location: Albany, Georgia
Cost: $150 per person
When: All year
Work week: Monday through Saturday
Open for: Colleges, church groups, high school, any groups
Eligible group sizes: 5-10 people
Age restrictions: All ages welcome
Provided
Toilets
Showers
Kitchen
Community activities
Skilled worksite supervision
Safety Equipment (such as gloves, goggles, etc.)
Housing: Floors of nice churches with kitchen facilities, off-site showers & “lots of good food and Southern hospitality
Food: Fuller Center will provide lunch, dinner, snacks and water.
RV Builders: RV sites available- contact RV Builders for additional information at rvbuilders@fullercenter.org
Community/recreational opportunities: Travel to Americus, GA for history tour; Flint Riverquarium; Ray Charles Plaze; Chehaw Park; Civil Rights Museum; tour of Plains, GA
About this covenant partner: The Fuller Center of Albany was founded in 2016 and mainly performs repairs and rehabs of owner occupied homes. This partner is located in the 4th poorest congressional district in the nation.
Americus-Sumter Fuller Center for Housing
Location: Americus, GA
Location: Americus, GA
Cost: $160 per person
When: All year
Work week: Mon – Sat
Open for: High Schools, colleges, churches, etc.
Eligible group size: 2-20
Age restrictions: 14+, Younger accepted with parent supervision
Provided
Toilets
Kitchen
Community Activities
Housing: Local churches – details vary from church to church
RV Builders: RV sites available- contact RV Builders for additional information at rvbuilders@fullercenter.org
About Americus: For many people over the years, Americus, GA has been a special place to visit. To the Fuller Center staff, it is not just where our headquarters are located; it is our community, our home and the birthplace of our organization.
Crisp-Dooly Fuller Center for Housing
Location: Cordele, GA
Location: Cordele, GA
Cost: $150 per person
When: Spring and summer
Work week: Monday through Friday
Open for: Any groups
Eligible group size: 10-12
Age restrictions: All ages welcome
Provided
Beds
Toillets
Cots
Showers
Community activities
Skilled worksite supervision
Safety equipment (such as gloves, goggles, etc.)
Transportation to and from worksite
Beds
Toillets
Cots
Showers
Community activities
Skilled worksite supervision
Safety equipment (such as gloves, goggles, etc.)
Transportation to and from worksite
Housing: Housed either at local churches or with local families
Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and water provided
Nearby attractions: Rigby’s Entertainment Complex (skating, bowling, video games, go-karts, etc.) and Rigby’s Water World (water park) in Warner Robins; Georgia Veterans State Park is just a few miles away on Lake Blackshear
About our work: Will be building a house in 2020. Also, work on specific projects within our service area -ie. ramps for handicap
Ginger Ford Northshore Fuller Center for Housing
Location: Hammond, LA
Cost: $115 per person (plus an additional fee for housing)
When: Spring, Summer, Fall
Work week: Mon – Fri
Open for: Colleges, churches, RV’s
Eligible group size: 5-20
Age restrictions: 16+
Provided
Skilled worksite supervision
Community activities
RV Builders: RV sites available- contact RV Builders for additional information at rvbuilders@fullercenter.org
Housing/Food: Your host will help identify affordable lodging accommodations (cost in addition to registration fee) and suggest meal arrangements. One option is a deeply discounted motel which provides complimentary breakfast. Several lunches may be provided by local residents. Lodging options include:
First Presbyterian Church of Hammond
411 W. Charles St.
Hammond LA 70401
Pastor Barry Chance
Kathy Newton – Lodging Coordinator
kmnewt21@yahoo.com or 337-298-8031
Suitable for about 20 people on air mattresses (or cots potentially) Indoor showers, laundry room included. Breakfast and one or two suppers included; volunteers may use church kitchen to prepare meals.
Old Zion Hill Baptist Church
25890 Hwy 442
Independence, LA 70443
Pastor Gary Dennis
Pam – Church Secretary
225-567-3331
Email: ozh1@ozhbc.org
4 BR 2BA house that sleeps 20 on 8 bunk beds and 2 queen size beds. Volunteers prepare their own meals in full kitchen. Laundry room is equipped with washer and dryer.
Camp Living Waters
Scott Mercer, Director
21230 Livingwater Rd.
Loranger, LA 70446
www.camplivingwaters.net
985-345-1831
Dorm-style housing. Daily breakfast and supper provided. Suitable for large groups
Rosaryville Spirit Life Center
Suzette Callais, Director
39003 Rosaryville Rd.
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
www.catholicretreatcenter.org
225-294-5039
Suitable for small or larger groups. Dorm-style housing. Daily continental breakfast and 2 suppers included. Suitable for small or large groups
About Ginger Ford Northshore Fuller Center: A very active Fuller Center for Housing with a ReUse Store and Thrift Shops on premises. Hammond is home to Southeastern Louisiana University (15,000 students strong) and Kliebert’s Alligator and Turtle Farm featured on the History Channel’s “Swamp People.” We are 30 minutes from Cajun Pride Swamp Tourse and one hour from The New Orleans French Quarter – home to Mardi Gras World, the National World War II Museum, streetcars, beignets, and incredible food and music. LSU-Baton rouge is less than an hour away. This region is known for great Southern Hospitality and this covenant partner is a top return destination for many of our groups.
Fuller Center of Central Indiana (Indianapolis)
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Cost: $100 per person
When: Fall
Work week: Monday-Saturday
Open for: Churches, RV Builders.
Eligible group size: 2-15
Age restrictions: Adults only please
Provided
Transportation
Skilled worksite supervision
Breakfast
Lunch
RV hookups
Housing: Local businesses
Other details: Looking for several skilled volunteers.
About this location: We are minutes from downtown Indianapolis, including Lucas Oil Stadium, many restaurants and shopping. Restaurants are within walking distance of build site.
Fuller Center for Housing of Greater Kansas City, MO
Location: Kansas City, MO
Cost: $160 per person
When: Spring (March is the best month)
Work week: Mon – Sat
Open for: Colleges
Eligible group size: 6-14
Age restrictions: 18+
Provided
Beds
Toilets
Showers
Skilled worksite supervision
Community Activities
Housing: Options range from dorm like facilities (bedrooms with community restrooms) to hosting in homes of church families.
Food: Most lunches and dinners will be provided, but some meals may be “on the town” at students’ expense. Teams will prepare their own breakfasts.
Food: Most lunches and dinners will be provided, but some meals may be “on the town” at students’ expense. Teams will prepare their own breakfasts.
About Kansas City: Teams will be working on a universal design house or Greater Blessing projects. Kansas City, MO has many attractions to offer and time will be incorporated for teams to see and experience the community!
Fuller Center Hero Project
Location:Waukegan, IL
Cost: $100 per person
When: Summer
Work week: Friday-Tuesday
Open for: High Schools, colleges, churches, etc.
Eligible group size: 10-20
Age restrictions: 14+, Younger accepted with parent supervision
Provided
Toilets
Showers
Transportation
Skilled worksite supervision
Transportation
Skilled worksite supervision
Housing: Local church
About Waukegan: We are on the shores of Lake Michigan and just minutes from Chicago, trains, Great America theme park and a 2-mile mall.
Chattahoochee Valley Fuller Center Project
Location: Lanett, AL
Cost: $110 per person
When: Spring (March, April, and May)
Work week: Mon – Fri
Open for: Colleges, churches
Eligible group size: 10-25
Age restrictions: 18+
Provided
Beds
Toilets
Showers
Kitchen
Community Activities
* Teams will need to include volunteers with construction skills to assist with site supervision; we do not have a full time construction supervisor in Lanett.
Housing: Plant City United Methodist Church where the Millard Fuller Legacy Build volunteers and Bike Adventure volunteers have enjoyed staying – great accomodations!
Food: Breakfast will be provided, teams will prepare their own lunches and dinners,
About Chattahoochee Valley: The Fuller Center office and Habitat main offices are 90 min away, Auburn University and hiking in Roosevelt State Park are 20 miles away and kayaking on Chattahoochee River is just 1 mile away!
Fuller Center for Housing of Louisville, Kentucky
Location: Louisville, Ky.
Cost: $100 per person
When: Spring, summer and fall
Work week: Monday-Thursday
Open for: Colleges and churches
Eligible group size: 15-20
Age restrictions: 18+
Provided
Toilets
Showers
Kitchen
Community Activities
Housing: Local partner churches will assist in providing housing by utilizing space in their facilities, which will vary from church to church.
Food: Lunches, snacks and water provided
Food: Lunches, snacks and water provided
About Louisville: Attractions include the Muhammad Ali Museum, Louisville Slugger Museum, Speed Museum, Churchill Downs, a beautiful waterfront with a phenomenal walking bridge and more. We will work with the local convention and visitors bureau to provide options and transportation for visiting local attractions and/or recreational facilities.
Fuller Center for Housing of Macon Georgia
Location: Macon, Georgia
Cost: $120 per person
When: All year
Work week: Monday-Saturday
Open for: Colleges and churches
Eligible group size: 5-25
Age restrictions: 18+
Provided
Sleeping area (need to bring own sleeping bags, linens or cots)
Toilets
Toilets
Showers
Kitchen
Skilled supervision
Kitchen
Skilled supervision
Community activities
Housing: Church option with areas for sleeping, games, recreation, shower and kitchen facilities
RV Builders: RV sites available- contact RV Builders for additional information at rvbuilders@fullercenter.org
Food: Volunteers provide and prepare own meals
About FCH Macon: Located in the central part of the state, the needs are great for helping families maintain and upkeep their homes. The covenant partner works in the backyard of historic Mercer University, which has had multiple student teams work with The Fuller Center at home and abroad. Learn more about the Fuller Center of Macon at www.fullercentermacon.com.
Pike County Fuller Center for Housing
Location: McComb, Miss.
Cost: $150 per person
When: All year
Work week: Monday-Friday
Open for: Any groups
Eligible group size: 10-12
Age restrictions: All ages welcome
Provided
ToiletsShowers
Kitchen
Skilled worksite supervision
Transportation to and from worksite
Housing: Pastor Todd Foster and The Well Fellowship Church
Food: Breakfast
Dinner
Snacks
Water
About McComb: McComb is a small, quaint town, with rich history, but not a whole lot in attractions. But we will do our best to show a lot of southern hospitality!
Current project: We are working on walls, flooring, plumbing completion, landscaping for a home that must be complete before we can present keys to the homeowner.
Fuller Center for Housing of Greater New York City
Location: New Rochelle, NY
Cost: $125 per person
When: Anytime
Work week: Monday-Saturday
Open for: Any groups
Eligible group size: Typically 10-30 participants
Ages: All ages welcome
Housing: Cots in partner churches that provide cooking facilities. Also, local colleges provide showers.
Provided:
Toilets
Cots
Showers
Kitchen
Skilled worksite supervision
Safety equipment (such as gloves, goggles, etc.)
Cots
Showers
Kitchen
Skilled worksite supervision
Safety equipment (such as gloves, goggles, etc.)
About this covenant partner: Located just north of New York City, where there are numerous tourist attractions and points of interest. This is a busy covenant partner, usually with multiple projects going on at once.
Fuller Center of Northwest Louisiana (Shreveport)
Location: Shreveport, LA
Cost: $160 per person per week (not applicable for RV Builders-see below)
When: All year
Work week: Mon – Fri
Open for: Colleges, churches, RV Builders
Eligible group size: 10-20
Age restrictions: 18+
Provided
Beds
Toilets
Showers
Transportation
Community Activities
Housing: Local church volunteer center
RV Builders: RV sites available- contact RV Builders for additional information at rvbuilders@fullercenter.org
Food: All meals are provided (breakfast is fruit and cereal and lunch is sandwiches)
Food: All meals are provided (breakfast is fruit and cereal and lunch is sandwiches)
Special deal for RV Builders: There are 5 RV sites available at the Louisiana State Fair grounds about 10 minutes away from the worksite for $10/night. RV Builders will not be required to pay the registration fee, and the following will be provided:
– Lunch provided only when other groups are staying at the volunteer center
– Water and Electric hookups
– Dump Station
– Water and Electric hookups
– Dump Station
About Northwest Louisiana: On the surface there are a lot of obvious reasons people are drawn to northwest Louisiana. From the wonderful array of festivals, the mouth -watering local cuisine, fantastic shopping and numerous outdoor activities, to the museums and attractions – this area has all the necessary ingredients for a memorable getaway.
Silver Valley (Idaho) Fuller Center
Location: Silver Valley, Idaho
Cost: $100-$160 per person
Work week: Tuesday-Saturday
Open for: RV Builders.
Eligible group size: Up to 10 (or 5 couples)
Age restrictions: No
Provided
Lunch
RV Information: RV hookups (at volunteer’s expense; we partner with local RV park owner at reasonable rate)
About this location: This is a scenie area with world famous biking on the Hiawatha Trail and the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes, and mountain biking is available from the top of Silver Mountain’s gondola. Water sports on the Coeur d’Alene River and Lake Coeur d’Alene (40 miles away).
Tallahassee Fuller Center for Housing
Location: Tallahassee, Florida
Cost: $160.00 per person
When: Spring, Summer, and Fall
Work week: Monday-Friday
Open for: Colleges and churches
Eligible group size: 5-12
Age restrictions: 18+
Provided
Skilled work site supervision
Community activities
Housing/Food: Lodging will be at a large church on cots with shower facilities and large a large recreational facility. Indoor basketball courts, racquetball, and workout rooms are part of the recreational facilities at the church. Tallahassee Fuller Center will provide a continental breakfast each day, along with lunch at the work site and 2 dinners during the week. We do not have a kitchen facility but many wonderful and reasonable dining establishments close by for any dinners that may not be covered.
RV Builders: RV sites available- contact RV Builders for additional information at rvbuilders@fullercenter.org
About Tallahassee Fuller Center: Tallahassee Fuller Center was organized in 2008 and its primary focus is on Fuller Center’s critical repair program (Greater Blessings). A typical work week as a group would be doing multiple critical repair projects. We are home to Florida State University and within 35 minutes to the Gulf of Mexico. Many community activities from college football/baseball and to fishing in the Gulf.
Fuller Center for Housing of Webster Parish
Location: Webster Parish, LA
Cost: $110 per person
When: All year
Work week: Mon – Sat
Open for: Colleges and churches
Eligible group size: 5-20
Age restrictions: 18+
Provided
Beds
Toilets
Showers
Kitchen
Skilled worksite supervision
Community Activities
Housing: Two local church options: (1) basement recreation area with cots for sleeping, games, and theatre for watching movies or TV. (2) New Family Life Center with basketball court and lots of space.
RV Builders: RV sites available- contact RV Builders for additional information at rvbuilders@fullercenter.org
Food: Dinners will be provided, teams will prepare their own breakfasts and lunches
Food: Dinners will be provided, teams will prepare their own breakfasts and lunches
About Webster Parish: A loving, Christian environment on the work-site and in the community with excellent work-site leadership. Depending on the season there are a number of attractions including lakes, hiking trails, and festivals. Shreveport – Bossier City is 30 miles away, and there’s an alligator farm 40 miles away. We specialize in hospitality….hospitality…hospitality! And we provide excellent work experiences.