By happenstance, the entire jobsite was staffed by women on this particular build day. Led by Simms, the ImproveIt team was joined by two additional long-time Habitat volunteers. Together, Simms and the more experienced volunteers patiently shared their knowledge and enthusiasm, inspiring a real environment of teamwork and learning so everyone could contribute in a meaningful way.
“I was so impressed with how well-run Habitat for Humanity is as an organization,” says Traci Snyder, director of marketing for ImproveIt. “How they educate homeowners and their volunteers – wow! It felt incredible to give back, and sharing this great experience with our team made it even more special. It really showed me how important community is to our happiness. That sense of belonging is everything.”