volunteer spotlight at geneva

Pictured: Mike Brander, Bill Boyd, Bill Wofford

Mike Brander, Bill Boyd and Bill Wofford are three of San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity's most dedicated volunteers. Whether they've been working with HFH for 22 years (Boyd) or a year and a half (Brander), these men are committed to making a difference with their spare time.

For Brander, rendering service became a full-time project when he retired. He was concerned with the housing opportunities available to people, and believes, as HFH does, that everyone should have a decent, safe place to live. That's why he's out on the construction site six days a week. Wofford also finds volunteering with HFH rewarding; in fact, he says, "There's nothing more fulfilling. You're working outdoors, working with people you enjoy, and always learning something new."

When asked what he would say to other members of the retired community who were thinking about getting involved with HFH, Brander said,"Come out and get a lot of friendships going. There are all sorts of people out here, and at the end of the day you feel like you've really done something." Wofford pointed out the flexibility of work with HFH, "You can come out any day, any time, and can do any job you want." While Wofford was talking specifically about the construction site, that flexibility is true of HFH's other volunteer opportunities too, which range from office work and fundraising to construction. Boyd, famous at Habitat for his sense of humor, merely promised, "Don't be nervous! It's better than daytime TV."

To get involved contact Amy Borton at volunteernow@sgvhabitat.org or call 626-387-6899.