NECO Volunteer Application

NECO Volunteer Application

North Ellis County Outreach and Pennies from Heaven Thrift Store is a non-profit (501c3) Christian organization that offers assistance to people in need throughout our community. Beginning July 2024, a new application must be submitted and a new background check completed annually in the month of July.
Are you applying for an individual or for a group of volunteers?*

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Group Volunteer Application

Please send the list of your volunteers' names to NECO as soon as you have them (clientservices@necoutreach.org).
Group Name*
Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Contact Title in Organization*
Contact Email*
example@example.com
Contact Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Organization Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
How many are in your group? Please provide a number range if you are unsure.*
What is the age range of your group?*
If your group includes volunteers under the age of 16, they will need an adult chaperone for every group of 10 minors.
Has anyone in your group ever been convicted of a felony?*

NoYes, names here:
Does anyone in your group have any physical restrictions that we should be aware of when assigning roles and/or projects?*
List 3 tentative dates you would like to bring your group, and if morning or afternoon would work better for each date.*
List any special skills or interests your group has:
Would your group be interested in doing a food drive to donate to NECO?*

Yes, let's talk about it!No, not at the moment.

Read the following carefully before signing and submitting this application.
I understand that this is an application for, and not a commitment to, or promise of, a volunteer opportunity with NECO. I certify that all information provided throughout the application, selection, and interview process with North Ellis County Outreach and Pennies From Heaven is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I certify that I have and will answer all questions to the best of my ability and that I have not and will not withhold any information that would unfavorably affect my application for volunteer opportunities. I understand information contained on my application will be verified by North Ellis County Outreach. I also understand that misrepresentations or omissions may be cause for immediate rejection or termination as a volunteer with North Ellis County Outreach.
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CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT & PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO CONSENT
As a potential/current volunteer at North Ellis County Outreach, understand that I will have access to confidential client information in a variety of forms when I am at the facility.

I understand and agree that the policy of this organization is that all such information is to be kept strictly confidential and that I am permitted to access and use such information only as necessary to perform my volunteer duties at North Ellis County Outreach.

I understand that to disclose or reproduce any confidential information in any form is a violation of this policy and North Ellis County Outreach has the right to take legal action if necessary. Such action may be subject to fines or penalties under federal and state law.

By signing this application, I am giving my permission to be photographed and videod for the purpose of promoting, bringing awareness, and to bring a positive view on North Ellis County Outreach. This includes, but not limited to, all social media platforms, website, printed material, and any other means to benefit North Ellis County Outreach.
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North Ellis County Outreach Volunteer Release and Waiver of Liability
The volunteer, named below, desires to engage in the activities related to being a volunteer for North Ellis County Outreach (NECO). For the opportunity to serve the community through NECO, Volunteer does hereby freely, voluntarily and without duress execute this Release under the following terms:

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY. Volunteer hereby releases, forever discharges, and hold harmless NECO, its successors, assigns, assignees, affiliates, subsidiaries, division, departments, subdivisions, owners, partners, principals, trustees, creditors, shareholders, officers and directors (whether acting in such capacity or individually), attorneys, vendors, accountants, nominees, agents (alleged, apparent, or actual), representatives, employees, managers, administrators, servicers, and/or each person or entity acting or purporting to act for or on behalf of NECO, as well as any past, present or future person or entity that held or holds any interest in NECO from any and all liability, all claims, defenses, demands, actions, causes of action, damages, costs, expenses, compensation, and any and all consequential damages, whether known or unknown, of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from Volunteer's time at NECO. Volunteer understands and acknowledges that this Release discharges NECO from any liability or claim of negligence that the Volunteer may have against NECO with respect to any bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death or property damage that may result from Volunteer's work for NECO.

MEDICAL TREATMENT. Except as otherwise agreed to by NECO in writing, Volunteer hereby releases, forever discharges, and hold harmless NECO, its successors, assigns, assignees, affiliates, subsidiaries, division, departments, subdivisions, owners, partners, principals, trustees, creditors, shareholders, officers and directors (whether acting in such capacity or individually), attorneys, vendors, accountants, nominees, agents (alleged, apparent, or actual), representatives, employees, managers, administrators, servicers, and/or each person or entity acting or purporting to act for or on behalf of NECO, as well as any past, present or future person or entity that held or holds any interest in NECO that arises or may hereafter arise on account of any and all first aid, treatment or service rendered in connection with the Volunteer's time at NECO.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK. Volunteer understands that the work for NECO may include a variety of activities including, but not limited to: bending, lifting, carrying and transporting supplies or food stocks, working outdoors, being exposed to debris, participating with unskilled volunteer workers handling tools or equipment.

INSURANCE. Volunteer understands that NECO does not carry or maintain health, accident, liability (including without limitation motor vehicle liability), property loss or damage (including without limitation motor vehicle collision damage), medical or disability insurance coverage for any Volunteer or the property of any Volunteer. Volunteer is expected to obtain his or her own medical or health insurance coverage.

PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE. Volunteer does hereby grant and convey unto NECO all right, title and interest in any and all photographic images and video or audio recordings made by NECO during Volunteer's work for NECO, including but not limited to any royalties, proceeds or other benefits derived from such photographs or recordings.

OTHER. Volunteer expressly agrees that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Texas, and that this Release shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. Volunteer agrees that in the event that any clause or provision of this Release shall be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of such clause or provision shall not otherwise affect the remaining provisions of this Release which shall continue to be enforceable.
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NECO Volunteer Application

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Read the following carefully before signing and submitting this application.

CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT & PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO CONSENT