Volunteer Application

Apply to volunteer

Adults can submit this form with a digital signature. Anyone can generate a print-ready copy. Applicants under 18 should print the form so a parent or guardian can sign it.

Full name Address Phone number Email address Date of birth Driver’s license # Physical limitations Church you currently attend

I am completing community service hours.

Reason for community service Deadline for completing hours Number of court ordered hours Other community service details

I need a record of my volunteer activities.

Background disclosure / prior arrests Volunteer initials

Emergency contact name Emergency contact phone Emergency contact address Emergency contact relationship

Agreement, release, and signature options

If you are 18 or older, you may digitally sign and submit. If you want to sign by hand, or if the volunteer is under 18, generate a print-ready copy.

YOUR ROLE AT 7TH STREET FOOD PANTRY AND OUTREACH

In consideration of the privilege of serving the needy as a volunteer, you agree as follows:

(1) You are not an employee, agent, subcontractor, or independent contractor and have no expectation of that as a result of your volunteer service.

(2) The 7th Street Food Pantry also will not provide you with compensation, unemployment insurance, worker's compensation, or any other benefit of employment in connection with your volunteer service.

(3) You will seek to perform the volunteer duties assigned by the manager at the food pantry to the best of your ability, and will comply with all policies and procedures of 7th Street Food Pantry and Outreach.

(4) The 7th Street Food Pantry and Outreach or you may discontinue your service as a volunteer at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason, with or without cause.

YOU RELEASE 7TH STREET FOOD PANTRY AND OUTREACH FROM LIABILITY

In consideration of the privilege of serving the needy as a volunteer of the pantry, you release Under God Ministries dba: 7th Street Food Pantry and Outreach, its directors, and volunteers from any and all claims, demands and liabilities for property damage, personal injury and/or death to you or to your property, arising from your volunteer activities with the Pantry.

You also agree not to sue, or to commence any legal action, complaint, or charge against Under God Ministries, 7th Street Food Pantry and Outreach, its directors, employees and lead volunteers regarding any matter covered by this Agreement and Release of Liability.

In addition, you agree that Under God Ministries, 7th Street Food Pantry and Outreach shall have the unrestricted right to publish any videotape or photographic image of you or your children for any commercial purposes including publication, commercial advertising and promotions of every description.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

1. The 7th Street Food Pantry and Outreach is not responsible for any missing personal belongings.

2. This is a smoke free and drug free workplace.

3. Sexual harassment, violence, or other offensive speech will not be tolerated.

4. The food pantry has zero tolerance for any illegal activity, including drug use on the premises.

5. All work must be pre-scheduled.

6. When lifting heavy objects, use your legs to push upwards, keep your back straight and your body balanced. Do NOT attempt to lift over 50 pounds without assistance.

7. Report all accidents and injuries to the manager or volunteer coordinator.

8. Wash your hands before and after handling food items.

9. An Intake application will be required for any volunteer in need of a food box. Please have prior approval from a manager or volunteer coordinator before any items are removed from the pantry.

10. To work in the Pantry you MUST wear closed toed shoes. No flip flops or sandals are allowed in compliance with County Health Code.

EMERGENCY HEALTHCARE AUTHORIZATION

In the event of your injury or illness, whether real or suspected, during your volunteer service by 7th Street Food Pantry, you authorize and give permission to take you or arrange for emergency transportation to a doctor or hospital for medical diagnosis or treatment, including but not limited to emergency surgery or medication, and you assume the responsibility of all related fees and expenses arising there from.

By signing below, you acknowledge that you have carefully read this Agreement and Release of Liability, and agree with its terms as binding on you, your heirs, legal representatives, successors and assigns. If you are under 18, you also must obtain the consent, agreement, and release of a parent/guardian who is legally responsible for you as reflected below.

Digital signature name Signature date Parent / guardian name (if under 18) Parent / guardian phone Parent / guardian email

I have read and agree to the full volunteer expectations, release of liability, and emergency healthcare authorization shown above.

I understand routine background checks are required on volunteers.

Before you submit

What to expect

Volunteers serve in a warehouse environment around bulk food product and heavy cases.
Closed-toe shoes are required. Sandals and flip flops are not allowed.
All work must be scheduled ahead of time.
Adults can submit digitally today. Minors should print the completed form for parent or guardian signature.

For under-18 applicants, the system will block digital submission and direct you to print the completed application instead.