Volunteer Registration

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! Please fill out this form with information for all family members who may participate.

Main Volunteer Information

Spouse Information

Please provide your spouse's information if they will also be volunteering.

Children Information

Please provide information for any children who may participate in volunteer activities (up to 4 children).

Volunteer Preferences

Volunteer Release and Waiver of Liability

Please read carefully before signing. This is a legal document that affects your rights.

1. Release and Waiver

In consideration of being permitted to participate as a volunteer with SOFESA (“the Organization”), I, the undersigned, on behalf of myself and my minor child(ren), hereby voluntarily, fully, and forever release and discharge the Organization, its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, volunteers, and assigns from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, arising out of or related to my (or my child’s) participation in any volunteer activities, including but not limited to, any claims for personal injury, illness, death, or property damage.

2. Assumption of Risk

I understand that volunteer activities may include work that could be hazardous, physically demanding, or take place in environments that carry inherent risks (such as outdoor service, contact with individuals experiencing homelessness, construction or maintenance work, or community events).I knowingly assume all risks associated with participation in these activities, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the Organization or others, and accept full responsibility for my (and my child’s) participation.

3. Medical Treatment

I hereby release and forever discharge the Organization from any claim arising from or in connection with any first aid, medical treatment, or other services rendered to me or my child in connection with any volunteer activity.

4. Insurance

I understand that the Organization does not carry or provide health, medical, or disability insurance coverage for volunteers. Each volunteer is expected and encouraged to obtain his or her own medical or health insurance coverage.

5. Photographic Release

I grant the Organization permission to use photographs, video recordings, and likenesses of me and/or my child(ren) for lawful promotional, educational, and fundraising purposes, in print or digital media, without compensation.

6. Behavior and Supervision

I agree to conduct myself, and to ensure my child(ren) conduct themselves, in a safe, respectful, and responsible manner while volunteering. I understand that the Organization reserves the right to dismiss any volunteer whose behavior is deemed unsafe, disruptive, or inconsistent with the Organization’s values.

7. Parental/Guardian Consent for Minors

If I am signing on behalf of a minor child, I certify that I am the child’s parent or legal guardian and have legal authority to sign this agreement. I consent to my child’s participation in volunteer activities and agree to the terms of this Release and Waiver on their behalf.

8. Severability

I expressly agree that this Release and Waiver is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of California, and that if any portion of it is held invalid, the remainder will continue in full legal force and effect.