全年, we welcome individuals and groups from all over the country to serve the people of Appalachian 肯塔基州 with us. Whether you come for a few days or a whole week, you’ll be improving life for mountain families in ways you can immediately see and feel. You’ll help build and repair homes for families in great need, 通过这样做, you have the opportunity to have a positive impact on multiple generations of a single family!

We will work with you to make your trip to eastern 肯塔基州 a memorable one. Whether you’re volunteering with a college or university, a church or ministry/religious group (please note: HDA is not affiliated with any church or religion – we are open to all), or a corporate or national organization, we can help you meet your service needs and goals in a way that is most beneficial for you, HDA, 以及我们地区的家庭. 

East 肯塔基州 offers unique experiences and adventures year-round, and while we want you to enjoy the beauty of our area and learn about its culture, we also want to stress that this is not a vacation or a time to kick your feet up and relax. Based on your interests and skill levels, you’ll be matched to work sites – whether deep in a mountain hollow or right in the heart of town – where you’ll build roofs, 提高墙, 构建轮椅坡道, 漆内饰, 和更多的.

It’s not easy work, but it is certainly rewarding! No matter your age or background, HDA’s “Hammerin’ in the Hills” 志愿者 Experience will touch and impact your life. You’ll get a whole new perspective on an often misunderstood region of America, learn amazing new skills you can use throughout your life, and play a part in an inspirational new story that you can share with your home community.