Volunteer Application Form

Thank you for your interest in volunteer opportunities at the Okotoks Food Bank Association (OFBA). Volunteers are our most valuable resource and a vital part of the work we do. They are priceless and we would not exist without them.

All individuals who are qualified and meet requirements established for a position are welcome within the OFBA. Please note min. age requirement is 18 years old unless approved by OFBA staff. The OFBA collects the information below to ensure effective communication, volunteer recognition and safety. Information given will remain confidential.

Please note that items with an "*"Asterisk are required fields.

Personal Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Preferred Name

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Neighbourhood if different from mailing address

Home Phone

You don't require to change the USA flag to Canada. When you type in a phone number the form will automatically change the flag to Canada .

Cell Phone

You don't require to change the USA flag to Canada. When you type in a phone number the form will automatically change the flag to Canada .

Best time to contact *

Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Weekend

Email *

Birth Date *

Church Affiliation

If affiliated with a Okotoks church, do you wish to work with your church's team?

Yes
No

Emergency Contact

Relation to you

School Placement

Are you on school placement *

Yes
No

Age

Grade

School Name

Number of Hours to Fill

Experience and Background

Education & Training *

Skills, Interests/Hobbies *

Current/Previous Volunteer Experience *

Availability

Placement Preferences

◊ Due to the nature of some of our volunteer positions, the Okotoks Food Bank Association may require a Criminal Record Check, proof of valid Drivers Licence, Auto Insurance and a Drivers Abstract.

References

Please provide the names of two individuals who may speak on your behalf

Reference #1

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

You don't require to change the USA flag to Canada. When you type in a phone number the form will automatically change the flag to Canada .

Email *

Relationship *

Reference #2

Name *

First

Last

Phone *

You don't require to change the USA flag to Canada. When you type in a phone number the form will automatically change the flag to Canada .

Email *

Relationship *

Statements & Signature

Please check off the following statements to indicate that you have read and/or signed attached documents

I understand that the OFBA or myself may terminate this volunteer relationship at any time. Please notify OFBA of your resignation by written note, email or phone call. *

I understand that the OFBA or myself may terminate this volunteer relationship at any time. Please notify OFBA of your resignation by written note, email or phone call.

I agree to abide by the Volunteer Policies and Procedures of OFBA *

I agree to abide by the Volunteer Policies and Procedures of OFBA *

Enter the text for the Volunteer Policies and Procedures of OFBA for applicant to read

I understand that working in a warehouse environment includes potential risk or physical injury. Thus I hereby release the OFBA, its staff, the Board of Directors from any and all liability and/or any responsibility for any accidents, injuries or illness that I might sustain while I am performing the duties of a volunteer. *

I understand that working in a warehouse environment includes potential risk or physical injury. Thus I hereby release the OFBA, its staff, the Board of Directors from any and all liability and/or any responsibility for any accidents, injuries or illness that I might sustain while I am performing the duties of a volunteer.

I have read, understand and signed the <a href="https://secureservercdn.net/192.169.223.107/lve.708.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Volunteer-Conﬁdentiality-Agreement.pdf">Volunteer Code of Conduct Agreement</a> (copy) *

I have read, understand and signed the Food Service Volunteer - Employee Health and Personal Hygiene Guidelines

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I have read, understand and signed the <a href="https://secureservercdn.net/192.169.223.107/lve.708.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Volunteer-Conﬁdentiality-Agreement.pdf">Volunteer Code of Conduct Agreement</a> (copy) (copy) *

I have read, understand and signed the Volunteer Confidential Agreement

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I have read, understand and signed the <a href="https://secureservercdn.net/192.169.223.107/lve.708.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Volunteer-Conﬁdentiality-Agreement.pdf">Volunteer Code of Conduct Agreement</a> *

I have read, understand and signed the Volunteer Code of Conduct Agreement

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I have read and understand the Ethical Food Banking Code of Conduct *

I have read and understand the Ethical Food Banking Code of Conduct

The Ethical Food Banking Code

Food Banks Canada, it’s Members (Provincial Associations), Affiliate Member food banks and associated agencies believe that everyone in Canada has the right to physical and economic access, at all times, to sufficient, safe and nutritious food which meets their dietary needs and food preferences.

The Ethical Food Banking Code

Food Banks Canada, it’s Members (Provincial Associations), Affiliate Member food banks and associated agencies will:

Provide food and other assistance to those needing help regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, income source, age or mental or physical ability.
Treat all those who access services with the utmost dignity and respect.
Implement best practices in the proper and safe storage and handling of food.
Respect the privacy of those served and will maintain the confidentiality of personal information.
Not require payment of any kind for donated food or consumer products at any time from those assisted by their respective programs.
Acquire and share food in a spirit of cooperation with other food banks and food programs.
Strive to make the public aware of the existence of hunger and of the factors that contribute to it.
Recognize that food banks are not a viable long-term response to hunger and devote part of their activities to reducing the need for food assistance.
Represent accurately, honestly and completely their respective mission and activities to the larger community.

Date *

Volunteer Application Form

Personal Information

School Placement

Experience and Background

Availability

Placement Preferences

References

Statements & Signature

We’re Here When You Need Us

Phone

Email

Physical Address

Mailing Address

Our Mission Statement

“Providing emergency food assistance to local families in need.”

Hours of Operation

	Need Help		Give Help
	Help Yourself Shelves	Hamper Pick Up	Donation
	Walk-In	Appointment	Drop-Off
Monday	CLOSED	CLOSED	10 - 4
Tuesday	1 - 4	1 - 3	10 - 4
Wednesday	4:30 - 6:30	CLOSED	10 - 4
Thursday	6 - 8	6 - 8	10 - 6
Friday	12 - 4	CLOSED	10 - 4
Saturday	CLOSED	CLOSED	CLOSED
Sunday	CLOSED	CLOSED	CLOSED