Jingle Build-Off 2025

About Jingle Build-Off

Jingle Build-Off is a team-building competition and community event that brings together groups to compete to become the Ultimate Playhouse Pros.

Through Jingle Build-Off, local business and community partners come together to build playhouses for families across Lake and Sumter Counties who otherwise could not afford a gift like this during the holidays. 

Each playhouse is built custom for the recipient family. Playhouses are on display in either Wildwood (December 5th)* or Tavares (December 6th).* 

Playhouses remain on display for a week following the event, during which the public will vote on their favorite playhouse. At the end of the week, we’ll crown this year’s Ultimate Playhouse Pros!

The best part? All proceeds raised from the event go directly towards building real affordable housing right here in our community. Give more when you give back this holiday season, and join us for Jingle Build-Off 2025!

*Event dates are subject to change, based on City of Wildwood and City of Tavares holiday events.

Become a Playhouse Recipient

We’re looking for families to partner with for Jingle Build-Off 2025 to receive a Playhouse! 

Our goal is to create a bit of extra-special holiday magic for families who would otherwise not have access to a gift like this. 

If selected, your Playhouse will be built specifically with your family in mind. Be as specific as possible in your application so our builders can create a Playhouse perfect for your little ones. 

If you’re ready to get started, click the link below and apply online today!

Apply for a Playhouse

A PDF version of the application can be found here: Jingle Build-Off 2025 PDF Application 

Please complete and return by scanning or taking a picture and sending to Hannah at hannah@habitatls.org. 

Register to Build 

Unlock your organization’s creativity and get into the holiday spirit by building your very own playhouse! Jingle Build-Off is a fantastic opportunity for team building during the holiday season.

Jingle Build-Off Team Build – $2,500

Your playhouse entry fee will be used as a donation to fund affordable housing solutions in Lake & Sumter County and of course, cover the cost of the playhouse you will build for a child in need. Playhouses can be built at the location of your choice starting in October, or built on-site in Tavares on December 4th or 6th.

• Teams will be assigned a child to customize a playhouse for no later than 2 weeks prior to the chosen playhouse build date
• All supplies will be provided by Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter 
• Teams will be supported by construction staff and qualified volunteers from Habitat Lake-Sumter
• Vote Online! Your playhouse will be part of Habitat’s Virtual Christmas Village for one week. Online voting will decide Community Choice for favorite playhouse and winner of the “Jingle Build Playhouse Pro’s” award!

Team Build Agreement Form

Families are being selected to receive a playhouse through local schools and community members throughout Lake & Sumter- do you know a family who would benefit from a very special gift this year? Submit an application on their behalf and brighten up their holiday season!

Ready to be a Playhouse Pro? Contact Hannah at (352) 630-8585 or at Hannah@habitatLS.org to submit your Team Agreement.

Become a Sponsor 

Looking for other ways to get in on the holiday magic? Become a Jingle Build-Off Sponsor and help make dreams come true across Lake and Sumter County. 

Sponsor a Youth Build – $1,500

• Want to participate in Jingle Build-Off but don’t have the time to build? A Youth Build may be the option for you. By sponsoring a Youth Build, your organization receives all of the same marketing collateral as a team build, but your playhouse will be constructed by a group of local student volunteers. 

Event Sponsorship Opportunities 

There are always more ways to get involved! Below are several additional sponsorship levels available for Jingle Build-Off. For more information on sponsorship, please contact Hannah at hannah@habitatls.org.

• Presenting Sponsor – $10,000
• Signature Sponsor – $5,000
• Material Sponsor – $5,500
• Paint Sponsor – $3,500

Click here for the full Sponsorship Information Packet 

Join the Jingle Build-Off Volunteer Squad

We’re looking for folks to help us make Jingle Build-Off as magical as possible. 

We need volunteers to help us load and unload Playhouses, run supply tables and provide support to our Jingle Builders during on-site build days, and help coordinate families on site during our Playhouse Reveals. 

Ready to help us create memories that will last a lifetime? Contact Carlos to find out how you can sign up to volunteer today at (352) 483-0434 x119 or Carlos@habitatLS.org