Whitby Housing Action Committee Volunteer

The Whitby Housing Action Committee (WHAC) is seeking dedicated volunteers to help support the local affordable housing initiative led by Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area in Whitby.

WHAC is a volunteer-led committee focused on raising awareness, building community partnerships, and supporting fundraising efforts that help make affordable homeownership possible for local families.

We are looking for individuals who want to contribute their professional skills and community passion to a meaningful local cause.

We Are Seeking Experience In:

1. Corporate Engagement

For individuals with experience in:

• Business relationship development
• Sponsorship outreach
• Donor stewardship
• Community partnerships
• Fundraising support

1. Event Planning

For individuals with experience in:

• Fundraising events
• Logistics coordination
• Vendor management
• Guest experience
• Event promotion

1. Community Engagement

For individuals with experience in:

• Community outreach
• Public engagement
• Local advocacy
• Stakeholder relations
• Building community awareness

1. Social Media & Communications

For individuals with experience in:

• Social media management
• Content creation
• Digital marketing
• Storytelling
• Community messaging

1. Volunteer Coordination

For individuals with experience in:

• Scheduling
• Team communication
• Onboarding support
• Volunteer retention

What You Will Do

As a WHAC volunteer, you may:

• Attend committee meetings
• Support campaigns and events
• Build local relationships
• Promote community awareness
• Help strengthen volunteer involvement
• Contribute ideas that create local impact

Who You Are

You are someone who:

• Cares about housing in the community
• Wants to make a meaningful difference
• Brings professional or lived experience
• Enjoys working collaboratively
• Is dependable and community-minded
• Lives in Whitby or has a strong connection to the Whitby community

Time Commitment

Estimated commitment: 3–10 hours per month

This includes:

• Monthly committee meetings
• Project lead or support
• Event participation as available

Why Join?

By volunteering with WHAC, you can:

• Help address affordable housing in Whitby
• Use your skills for community impact
• Build meaningful local connections
• Be part of a lasting legacy for local families