Position Overview

The Whitby Housing Action Committee (WHAC) is a volunteer-led committee dedicated to supporting Habitat for Humanity GTA's mission of building affordable homeownership opportunities for local families. Through fundraising, advocacy, partnerships, and community engagement, our committee is working to help bring Habitat's Whitby Build to life.

We are seeking enthusiastic, well-connected, and community-minded Events Committee Members to help plan, organize, and execute fundraising and community engagement events that inspire participation, build awareness, and generate meaningful support.

Whether you have experience leading large-scale fundraising galas, coordinating community festivals, securing sponsorships, organizing silent auctions, or simply enjoy bringing people together for a great cause, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Events Committee

Our Events Committee is made up of volunteers with diverse skills and experience who work together to create successful fundraising and community events.

Committee members may contribute in a variety of ways depending on their interests, experience, availability, and professional networks. There are opportunities to lead major initiatives or support specific aspects of event planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities

Committee members may assist or lead one or more of the following:

Event Planning & Execution

• Participate in the planning, coordination, and delivery of fundraising and community events.
• Help develop creative event concepts that engage the community and generate revenue.
• Assist with event logistics, timelines, budgets, and volunteer coordination.
• Support day-of-event operations to ensure a positive participant experience.

Fundraising & Revenue Generation

• Identify opportunities to maximize fundraising through events.
• Help develop sponsorship opportunities and fundraising strategies.
• Secure raffle prizes, silent auction items, experiences, and in-kind donations.
• Assist with ticket sales, donation campaigns, raffles, auctions, and fundraising activities.

Community & Corporate Engagement

• Build relationships with local businesses, community organizations, service clubs, and potential sponsors.
• Leverage personal and professional networks to introduce new supporters and partners.
• Identify opportunities for collaborative events and community partnerships.
• Serve as an ambassador for Habitat for Humanity GTA within the Whitby community.

Sponsorship & Resource Development

• Help secure:
• Event venues
• Food and beverage partners
• Entertainment
• Event suppliers
• Corporate sponsorships
• Promotional partners
• Volunteers and community supporters
• Media and marketing opportunities

Leadership Opportunities

Volunteers with significant event planning or fundraising experience may choose to:

• Lead the planning and execution of major fundraising events.
• Chair or co-chair individual events or campaigns.
• Mentor newer committee members and event volunteers.
• Develop innovative fundraising concepts with strong revenue potential.
• Build strategic partnerships that expand Habitat's reach and community impact.

Join the Team

Great events don't happen by chance—they happen because passionate people come together with creativity, dedication, and a shared purpose.

If you're ready to help build stronger communities while creating impactful fundraising experiences, we'd love to welcome you to the Whitby Housing Action Committee Events Team.

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: 

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

• Whitby Housing Action Committee (WHAC) Application Form – Fill out form  

·       Interacting with the public while providing great customer service. Merchandising and staging of furniture donations.

·       eCommerce: product research for price and key selling points, measure dimensions, photography, and minor touch up of items to support our new online platform.

·       Tasks may include customer service, product display, pricing, assembly, and repair

• Due to the physical nature of some of the tasks required, ReStore volunteers may be asked to lift heavy objects (bathroom fixtures, windows, doors, etc.)
• Assembling furniture and some restoration of various donations.
• Able to lift 10-20 pounds and be on your feet for several hours at a time.
• Volunteers are required to wear CSA approved green label safety shoes, some at store to borrow for volunteer shift

·       Come with a willingness to learn from experienced volunteers and staff and to work as part of a team. A positive attitude, enthusiasm, flexibility, and a sense of humour is always key! Tasks are not always glamorous, so be prepared to do a variety of things.