By typing your name and initials below, you are acknowledging and agreeing to the following for yourself and any minors in your care listed on this Volunteer Application:
● I have reviewed OHHF's volunteer handbook and agree with all terms.
● OHHF depends on volunteers to make programming and fundraising events a first-rate experience for the community and its supporters. By participating in the volunteer program at OHHF, we expect you to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and care.
● Volunteers are prohibited from using, possessing, selling/giving, or being under the influence of intoxicating or illegal substances. This includes any alcoholic beverages provided to guests at the event. Food and non-alcoholic beverages may be provided separately to volunteers depending upon the time of day and length of assignment.
● Possession of any weapon at OHHF or OHHF events is prohibited.
● Violence, harassment, sexual harassment, bullying, intimidation, or aggressive behavior of any kind is prohibited.
● Theft, fraud, destruction of property, excessive carelessness, and disregard of safety regulations are prohibited.
● Treat your volunteer responsibilities with the commitment of a job.
● Remain at your assigned post until your tasks are complete.
● Engagement with staff and guests should be limited to your assigned tasks.
● After you have completed your assigned tasks, report to the designated staff lead for additional assignments or to be released for the day.
● Once released from the event, return your volunteer badge, retrieve your belongings, and promptly exit the event designated area.
● Once released from the event, you are no longer considered a representative or volunteer of OHHF and you assume all personal liability for your actions, well-being and all risks associated with your presence at the public venue.
● I understand I must abide by the professional standards identified in the manual while at OHHF or OHHF events. I further understand that, at its sole discretion, OHHF may elect to terminate my volunteer service. Likewise, I understand that I may withdraw my volunteer services at any time.
● I am freely offering my services as a volunteer to OHHF to assist with its operation.
● I understand that I will receive no compensation or benefits from OHHF as a volunteer.
● I understand that no workers’ compensation benefits are available in the unlikely event that I should suffer an injury or illness while serving as a volunteer.
● I have reviewed with OHHF’s confidentiality policy, and agree with all terms.
● I understand that OHHF is not responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged personal belongings during the event.
● I grant permission to OHHF to use photographs, videos, or media taken of me during the event for any lawful purpose, including promotional and marketing use, without compensation.
● I acknowledge and accept all risks associated with volunteering, including but not limited to physical exertion, equipment failure, and weather conditions.
● I release and waive, all claims against OHHF and its officers, directors, employees, agents, volunteers, and representatives for any injury, loss, or damages related to my participation, even if caused by negligence.