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A valid date as MM/DD/YYYY (for example: 11/30/2015)
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A parent/guardian must be with you to complete this form alongside the youth permission form that follows. Please ask a parent/guardian for help before continuing with this application.
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For example, 123-456-7890
SMS (text) messaging:
You may opt-in to receive SMS (text) for The Pantry volunteer activities, including shift reminders and cancellations.
To opt-out, reply STOP to any SMS message OR update the SMS opt-in setting in your profile.
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Please Note: Your emergency contact should be someone who is not volunteering with you in the pantry.
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What is your current employment status? (Optional)
What is your general availability? Please note, only weekday opportunities are listed. *
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Do you speak any additional languages? (Optional)
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What accommodations or supports would be helpful for you while volunteering?
Do you possess any relevant certifications or experience? (Optional)
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Please note: If you are collecting volunteer hours, regardless of the reason, it may change how you check in and check out for your shift.
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Reasons to collect hours (examples):
School requirements
Public benefits requirements
Workplace/community service grants
Workplace/community service requirements
If you need to collect over 30 hours, please contact our volunteer manager directly, in addition to completing this form, to discuss.
If you need over 30 hours within 3 months, we suggest volunteering with more than one organization.
Please be aware that we aim to schedule our volunteers at least 2-4 weeks in advance to best serve our community. If you are facing a short window in which to collect volunteer hours, please email our volunteer manager, Sara, directly after completing this application to see if we can find any open spots. You can email Sara at srisko@thepantryny.org.
Before completing this application, please review our
Volunteer Handbook:
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Volunteer Reservations & Cancellations Policy
To help us prepare for each shift and provide the best experience for our volunteers and guests, we ask that volunteers reserve opportunities at least 12 hours in advance. Signing up for a volunteer opportunity is a commitment, and we truly appreciate your reliability in helping us serve our community.
Any cancellations with less than 12 hours’ notice must be communicated directly to the Volunteer Manager via call, text, or email. To help fill unexpected openings, we maintain an email list for “on-call” or “backup” volunteers. If you would like to be added to that list, please email the Volunteer Manager.
To ensure site safety, appropriate staffing levels, and a positive experience for all participants, “walk-in” volunteers who have not reserved a shift through VolunteerLocal will not be able to participate that day and will be asked to sign up for a future opportunity instead.
Repeated “no-shows” may result in a temporary hold on a volunteer’s account. If you experience a hold on your account, please schedule a time to review and discuss with the Volunteer Manager.
This policy is intended to promote fairness and consistency while maintaining reliable coverage to best support our guests, staff, and fellow volunteers.
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Weather-Related Closures Policy
The Pantry independently evaluates weather and safety conditions, carefully monitoring forecasts and local conditions, when making decisions about closures or changes to operations, always with the wellbeing of our staff, volunteers, and guests in mind. While local school closings may be considered as part of that review, they do not automatically determine The Pantry’s decision.
If The Pantry needs to close or adjust operations, we will notify affected volunteers as quickly as possible and share updates on our social media channels. If you are scheduled to volunteer and do not receive direct communication from us, please assume your shift is continuing as scheduled.
If weather conditions prevent you from attending your scheduled shift, contact the Volunteer Manager or designated staff member promptly so we can make appropriate adjustments to coverage.
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Waiver
Who is this registration for?
Please provide a name and email address for a parent or guardian who can sign for you.
Parent/guardian first name:
Parent/guardian email:
Release and Waiver of Liability:
I acknowledge that I am volunteering my services in the programs of The Pantry, a nonprofit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of New York. I desire to provide volunteer services for The Pantry and that The Pantry will not provide any benefits traditionally associated with employment to me.
I understand that while The Pantry endeavors to provide a safe environment for staff, volunteers and guests, The Pantry cannot insulate me from unpredictable circumstance which might cause me harm, even if it arises out The Pantry's negligence or fault.
In consideration for the opportunity to volunteer at The Pantry, I agree on my behalf and on behalf of my representatives, assigns, heirs, successors, and kin, to waive, discharge, release and further agree not to sue The Pantry successors, assigns and each of its directors, officers, employees, volunteers and agents (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and all responsibility, liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind of nature, either in law or equity, including but not limited to bodily injury, personal injury, illness death or property damage, which arise from the services I provide to The Pantry, except for and to the extent of, gross negligence or willful misconduct on the part of The Pantry (the " Release")
Medical Treatment: In accordance with the Release, I forever discharge the Released Parties from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or other medical service rendered in connection with an emergency during my tenure as a volunteer with The Pantry and which is covered by the Release.
Insurance: I understand that I am responsible for my own insurance coverage in the event of personal injury or illness as a result of my service to The Pantry. Further I understand that The Pantry does not assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide me with financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health, or disability benefits or insurance, in the event of my injury, illness, death, or damage to my property.
Photography: I give permission to The Pantry to use my photograph, grant all rights, and with no compensation.
Other: I understand that this Waiver of Liability and Release is intended to be broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of New York and that this Release shall be governed by and interpreted by the laws of the State of New York. I agree that in the event that part of this Release is deemed invalid, enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Release shall not be affected.
By registering electronically, as a volunteer for The Pantry, or in person when appearing as a volunteer, I express understanding and intent to enter into this Release and Waiver of Liability willingly and voluntarily.
Release and Waiver of Liability:
I acknowledge that I am volunteering my services in the programs of The Pantry, a nonprofit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of New York. I desire to provide volunteer services for The Pantry and that The Pantry will not provide any benefits traditionally associated with employment to me.
I understand that while The Pantry endeavors to provide a safe environment for staff, volunteers and guests, The Pantry cannot insulate me from unpredictable circumstance which might cause me harm, even if it arises out The Pantry's negligence or fault.
In consideration for the opportunity to volunteer at The Pantry, I agree on my behalf and on behalf of my representatives, assigns, heirs, successors, and kin, to waive, discharge, release and further agree not to sue The Pantry successors, assigns and each of its directors, officers, employees, volunteers and agents (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and all responsibility, liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind of nature, either in law or equity, including but not limited to bodily injury, personal injury, illness death or property damage, which arise from the services I provide to The Pantry, except for and to the extent of, gross negligence or willful misconduct on the part of The Pantry (the " Release")
Medical Treatment: In accordance with the Release, I forever discharge the Released Parties from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or other medical service rendered in connection with an emergency during my tenure as a volunteer with The Pantry and which is covered by the Release.
Insurance: I understand that I am responsible for my own insurance coverage in the event of personal injury or illness as a result of my service to The Pantry. Further I understand that The Pantry does not assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide me with financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health, or disability benefits or insurance, in the event of my injury, illness, death, or damage to my property.
Photography: I give permission to The Pantry to use my photograph, grant all rights, and with no compensation.
Other: I understand that this Waiver of Liability and Release is intended to be broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of New York and that this Release shall be governed by and interpreted by the laws of the State of New York. I agree that in the event that part of this Release is deemed invalid, enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Release shall not be affected.
By registering electronically, as a volunteer for The Pantry, or in person when appearing as a volunteer, I express understanding and intent to enter into this Release and Waiver of Liability willingly and voluntarily.
You agree that you have read and understand the content and presented in this waiver.
Youth Permission:
If not accompanied by an adult, youth volunteers age 17 and under must have this form signed by a parent or guardian, granting permission for the youth to volunteer at The Pantry.
I understand that the volunteer duties may include any of the following: unloading donated food from cars or trucks and carrying into the Pantry; date checking, weighing, shelving, donated food items; bag packing of produce bags. stocking; stocking food items in storeroom; breaking down boxes and carrying to the sidewalk; bagging donated bakery items.
I understand I am responsible for the transportation of my youth to and from The Pantry.
My Youth understands that they are expected to interact respectfully with all staff, volunteers and guests at The Pantry. My Youth understands they must act in accordance with the Volunteer Handbook, which they have read and understand the content of.
