Cal Poly Football Team Volunteers with Habitat SLO
The football team from California Polytechnic State University spent Friday giving back to the community by volunteering at the Habitat SLO ReStore, supporting the mission of Habitat for Humanity San Luis Obispo County.
The student-athletes rolled up their sleeves to help relocate heavy doors and reorganize large storage items throughout the store. Their hard work saved Habitat staff significant time and energy while freeing up valuable floor space—making room for new inventory that will help fund affordable housing and home preservation projects across San Luis Obispo County.
In addition to reorganizing inventory, team members stepped in to assist several customers with loading heavy purchases into their vehicles, offering an extra set of hands and a strong show of community spirit. Moving oversized materials like solid-core doors and bulky storage units typically requires extensive staff coordination and physical effort. With the team’s strength and teamwork, the job was completed efficiently and safely in a single afternoon.
Coach Jeff Shuman expressed appreciation for the partnership, saying, “Colleen and the staff at Habitat SLO are great! We are thankful to find a community partner like them and look forward to many more volunteer opportunities.”
The volunteer day reflects a shared commitment to community investment and service. The ReStore generates critical funding through the sale of donated furniture, appliances, building materials, and home décor. Every item sold supports local families working toward safe, affordable housing.
Habitat SLO welcomes volunteer groups from businesses, schools, and community organizations interested in making a tangible, lasting impact.
For more information about volunteering or donating to the Habitat SLO ReStore, visit habitatslo.org or stop by the store to see how shopping secondhand builds first-class impact.
