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Individual Adult Volunteer Interest Form

Minor Student Volunteer Interest Form

Group Volunteer Interest Form

Individual (Adult) Volunteer Interest Form

18 years and over

Today's Date*

First name*

Last name*

Phone*

Age*

Birthday*

Month

Day

Year

Address*

What is your current role or occupation? (Student, Professional, Parent, etc.)*

Availability

How many hours per month are you available to volunteer?*

What days are you available to volunteer?*

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Are you available to volunteer: (Check all that apply) *

Weekday mornings

Weekday afternoons

Weekday evenings

Weekends

My schedule varies

Are you looking for a one-time volunteer opportunity or are you interested in joining our ongoing volunteer team?*

One-time opportunity (e.g., event or relief hub day)

Ongoing volunteer team (regular or recurring support)

Not sure yet – I’d like more information

Interests & Skills

Which volunteer activities are you most interested in? *

Outreach and community engagement

Making wellness/follow-up calls

Assisting at relief hub distribution days

Assisting during one of our family engagement/wellness events

Assisting with childcare during support groups or parenting classes (in the evenings)

Administrative or office support

Resource research and tracking

Inventory and restocking supplies

Event staffing (e.g., resource fairs)

Other

Do you have any specialized skills or experience that might be helpful to our mission?

(Examples: social work, public health, logistics, event planning, data entry, multilingual, etc.)

Experience

Have you volunteered with Linked Family Services before?*

Yes

Have you volunteered with any other organizations? *

Yes

If so, which ones and in what roles?

Motivation

Why are you interested in volunteering with Linked Family Services? *

Are you volunteering to fulfill a requirement for school, work, or another program?*

Yes, for school

Yes, for work

Yes, for a program (e.g., community service, scholarship)

No, I’m volunteering by choice

Other

Clearances

Do you currently have the following clearances dated within the past year? *

Child Abuse History Clearance (cost: free)

PA Criminal Background Check (cost: free)

FBI Fingerprinting (required only if you haven’t lived in PA for the past 10 years) (cost: $23)

None yet, but I will begin the process

Get clearances here

Please upload any valid clearances less than a year old

Child Abuse, FBI Fingerprints, and Criminal Record Check

I swear/affirm that I am seeking an unpaid/volunteer position and I AM NOT required to obtain the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal History Clearance as:

• I have been a resident of Pennsylvania during the entirety of the previous 10-year period

If you checked the statement above, please sign and upload the DISCLOSURE STATEMENT APPLICATION FOR UNPAID/VOLUNTEER POSITION found here.

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT APPLICATION FOR UNPAID/VOLUNTEER POSITION

Additional Questions

Emergency Contact Name*

Emergency Contact Phone Number*

Relationship to You*

Is there anything else you'd like us to know?

Consents & Agreements

Confidentiality Agreement

I agree to maintain the confidentiality of all client, staff, and organizational information I may encounter as a volunteer with Linked Family Services.

Photo & Media Release

I grant permission for Linked Family Services to take and use photographs and video of me for promotional, educational, and outreach purposes, including on social media and organizational materials.

Liability Waiver

I understand that volunteering may involve physical activity and public interaction. I accept all risks and release Linked Family Services from liability related to injury or personal loss incurred during volunteer activities.

Non-disparagement Agreement

I agree not to make or publish any false, harmful, or disparaging statements about Linked Family Services, its team, or its programs in any format, including online or on social media.

Clearances Requirement (if applicable)

I understand that if I volunteer in roles involving children or families, I must complete the required Pennsylvania clearances. I acknowledge that these clearances are free for volunteers and that support is available if I need assistance.

Volunteer Relationship

I understand that this is a voluntary, unpaid position and that either party may end this relationship at any time.

Digital Signature Agreement

By submitting this form, I confirm that all information provided is accurate and that I agree to the terms outlined above.

Upload a valid photo ID (Required) Please upload a clear image or scan of a government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, state ID). This is required for internal verification purposes only and will be kept confidential.*

School ID for high school students, State ID/Driver's License for adults. Groups can email all ID's to contact@linkedfamily.org

Signature

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Individual/Adult interest form

Student (Minor) Volunteer Interest Form

High school students ages 14-17 are welcome to volunteer with LFS. Students 18 and over should fill out the Adult Interest Form.

Today's Date*

Student First name*

Student Last name*

Student Email

Student Phone*

Age*

Student Birthday*

Month

Day

Year

Student Address*

Availability

How many hours per week are you available to volunteer?*

What days are you available to volunteer?*

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Are you available to volunteer: (Check all that apply) *

Weekday mornings

Weekday afternoons

Weekday evenings

Weekends

My schedule varies

Are you looking for a one-time volunteer opportunity or are you interested in joining our ongoing volunteer team?*

One-time opportunity (e.g., event or relief hub day)

Ongoing volunteer team (regular or recurring support)

Not sure yet – I’d like more information

Interests & Skills

Which volunteer activities are you most interested in? *

Assisting at relief hub distribution days

Assisting during one of our family engagement/wellness events

Assisting with childcare during support groups or parenting classes (in the evenings)

Administrative or office support

Inventory and restocking supplies

Event staffing (e.g., resource fairs)

Making graphics for social media or flyers for events

Other

Do you have any specialized skills or experience that might be helpful to our mission?

Experience

Have you volunteered with Linked Family Services before?*

Yes

Have you volunteered with any other organizations? *

Yes

If so, which ones and in what roles?

Clearances

Do you currently have the following clearances dated within the past year? *

Child Abuse History Clearance (cost: free)

PA Criminal Background Check (cost: free)

FBI Fingerprinting (required only if you haven’t lived in PA for the past 10 years) (cost: $23)

None yet, but I will begin the process

Get clearances here

Please upload any valid clearances less than a year old

Child Abuse, FBI Fingerprints, and Criminal Record Check

I swear/affirm that I am seeking an unpaid/volunteer position and I AM NOT required to obtain the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal History Clearance as:

• I have been a resident of Pennsylvania during the entirety of the previous 10-year period

If you checked the statement above, please sign and upload the DISCLOSURE STATEMENT APPLICATION FOR UNPAID/VOLUNTEER POSITION found here.

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT APPLICATION FOR UNPAID/VOLUNTEER POSITION

Motivation

Why are you interested in volunteering with Linked Family Services? *

School Currently Attending*

Grade Level*

Is this volunteer opportunity part of a school or community service requirement?*

Yes

If yes, please specify the program/course and number of hours required:

Permission Statement for Minor Volunteer Participation

Parent/Guardian/Responsible Adult Relationship to Student*

Parent/Guardian/Responsible Adult Full Name *

Parent/Guardian/Responsible Adult Phone Number*

Parent/Guardian/Responsible Adult Email Address *

I, [Parent/Guardian/Teacher named above], give permission for my child/student to participate in volunteer activities with Linked Family Services (LFS).

By signing this statement, I confirm the following:

I am aware of and support this student's interest in volunteering with LFS.
I understand that their responsibilities may include age-appropriate outreach, administrative assistance, inventory support, or event participation, under adult supervision.
I acknowledge that the student is volunteering voluntarily and that participation may include physical activity and interaction with the public.
I understand that Linked Family Services will provide supervision, guidance, and a safe environment, and I release LFS from liability for any injury or loss incurred during participation, except in cases of gross negligence.
I give permission for Linked Family Services to take and use photographs or video recordings of the student for promotional, educational, and outreach purposes, including use in print materials and on social media.

I understand that I may be contacted if clarification, scheduling, or documentation is needed.

Parent/Guardian Signature (type full name)*

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Date of Permission*

Additional Questions

Emergency Contact Name*

Emergency Contact Phone Number*

Relationship to You*

Is there anything else you'd like us to know?

Consents & Agreements

Confidentiality Agreement

I agree to maintain the confidentiality of all client, staff, and organizational information I may encounter as a volunteer with Linked Family Services.

Photo & Media Release

I grant permission for Linked Family Services to take and use photographs and video of me for promotional, educational, and outreach purposes, including on social media and organizational materials.

Liability Waiver

Non-disparagement Agreement

I agree not to make or publish any false, harmful, or disparaging statements about Linked Family Services, its team, or its programs in any format, including online or on social media.

Clearances Requirement (if applicable)

Volunteer Relationship

I understand that this is a voluntary, unpaid position and that either party may end this relationship at any time.

Digital Signature Agreement

By submitting this form, I confirm that all information provided is accurate and that I agree to the terms outlined above.

School ID for high school students

Student Signature*

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Student (Minor) Volunteer Interest Form

Group Volunteer Interest Form

Today's Date*

Are you signing up as part of a group, company, or organization?*

Yes

Please provide the name of your group, company, or organization.*

Approximately how many volunteers from your group will be participating?

First name*

Last name*

Phone*

Age*

Birthday*

Month

Day

Year

Address*

What is your current role or occupation with the company or organization? *

Availability

How many hours per month are you available to volunteer?*

What days are you available to volunteer?*

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Are you available to volunteer: (Check all that apply) *

Weekday mornings

Weekday afternoons

Weekday evenings

Weekends

My schedule varies

Is your group looking for a one-time volunteer opportunity or are you interested in joining our ongoing volunteer team?*

One-time opportunity (e.g., event or relief hub day)

Ongoing volunteer team (regular or recurring support)

Not sure yet – I’d like more information

Interests & Skills

Which volunteer activities are you most interested in? *

Outreach and community engagement

Assisting at relief hub distribution days

Assisting during one of our family engagement/wellness events

Assisting with childcare during support groups or parenting classes (in the evenings)

Inventory and restocking supplies

Event staffing (e.g., resource fairs)

Other

Does your group have any specialized skills or experience that might be helpful to our mission?

Experience

Have you volunteered with Linked Family Services before?*

Yes

Have you volunteered with any other organizations? *

Yes

If so, which ones and in what roles?

Motivation

Why is your group interested in volunteering with Linked Family Services? *

Are you volunteering to fulfill a requirement for school, work or another program?*

Yes, for work

Yes, for a program (e.g., community service, scholarship)

No, we are volunteering by choice

Other

Clearances

If your group plans to work with children or families, can your group members complete the required PA clearances?

Yes, we can obtain the necessary clearances

No, we cannot obtain clearances

Not sure yet

Note: Clearances are free for volunteers in Pennsylvania. Get clearances here. Please email everyone in your group's clearances to contact@linkedfamily.org.

Additional Questions

Emergency Contact Name*

Emergency Contact Phone Number*

Relationship to You*

Is there anything else you'd like us to know?

Consents & Agreements

Confidentiality Agreement

We agree to maintain the confidentiality of all client, staff, and organizational information I may encounter as a volunteer with Linked Family Services.

Photo & Media Release

We grant permission for Linked Family Services to take and use photographs and video of me for promotional, educational, and outreach purposes, including on social media and organizational materials.

Liability Waiver

We understand that volunteering may involve physical activity and public interaction. I accept all risks and release Linked Family Services from liability related to injury or personal loss incurred during volunteer activities.

Non-disparagement Agreement

We agree not to make or publish any false, harmful, or disparaging statements about Linked Family Services, its team, or its programs in any format, including online or on social media.

Clearances Requirement (if applicable)

We understand that if we volunteer in roles involving children or families, I must complete the required Pennsylvania clearances. I acknowledge that these clearances are free for volunteers and that support is available if I need assistance.

Volunteer Relationship

We understand that this is a voluntary, unpaid position and that either party may end this relationship at any time.

Group Volunteer Acknowledgment:

Even though I am participating as part of a volunteer group, I understand that all consents, agreements, and expectations outlined in this form apply to me individually, as well as to every member of my group. It is my responsibility to ensure that all participants are aware of and comply with these terms.

Digital Signature Agreement

By submitting this form, I confirm that all information provided is accurate and that I agree to the terms outlined above.

Upload up to 7 valid photo ID's (At least 1 ID is Required to be uploaded). Please upload a clear image or scan of a government-issued photo ID. This is required for internal verification purposes only and will be kept confidential.*

State ID/Driver's License for adults. Groups can also email all ID's to contact@linkedfamily.org

Signature*

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Group Interest form