Volunteer Application & Agreement
Thank you for taking the time to complete our volunteer application. Your information will remain confidential and used only as part of the The Cat Advocates Volunteer Program.
I. Contact Information:
Name:
First Name
Last Name
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Address:
Street Address
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State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
City:
Are you at least 18 years of age?
Yes
No
Age:
Contact Number:
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email:
example@example.com
Emergency Contact:
Phone:
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship:
Facebook Profile Name:
II. Experience & Home Environment:
Do you currently have pets? (If yes, please list species and if they are up-to-date on vaccinations).
Have you ever volunteered with an animal rescue before? (If yes, please describe your role).
Are you comfortable handling cats with different temperaments? (Shy, aggressive, or medical needs).
Do you have any specific skills you'd like to share? (e.g., medical/vet tech experience, photography, grant writing, web design).
The Cat Advocates
A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization | Federal ID #41-3514987
PO Box 191, Denver, NC 28037 | 980-281-0119 | info@thecatadvocates.org
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III. Availability & Interests:
How many hours per week/month are you looking to volunteer?
Availability (Please check all that apply):
Weekday Mornings
Weekday Evenings
Weekends
On-call/Flexible
Areas of Interest (Please check all that apply):
Cat Care: Cleaning, feeding, and socializing at our facility.
Fostering: Providing a temporary home for cats or kittens.
Transport: Driving cats to vet appointments or adoption events.
Adoption Events: Setting up and talking to potential adopters.
Administrative: Data entry, following up on applications, or fundraising.
Social Media/Marketing: Photography, graphic design, or posting updates.
TNR Support: Helping with community cat trapping or recovery.
IV. Additional Details:
May we share your information with other members?
Yes
No
May we use photos or videos of you in marketing for TCA?
Yes
No
Any limitations (physical or otherwise) we should be aware of?
Other ways you would like to help:
The Cat Advocates does not unlawfully discriminate internally (in its administrative and program operations) or externally (in provision of services) on the basis of race, political orientation, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or mental or physical disability or any other status prohibited by applicable law.
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V. Waiver & Signature:
By signing below or checking the agreement box, I, the Volunteer, acknowledge and agree to the following terms regarding my voluntary services with The Cat Advocates:
1. Assumption of Risk: I explicitly understand and acknowledge that working with rescue Animals involve inherent risks of personal injury, illness, or property damage. These risks include, but are not limited to animal bites, scratches, mauling, tripping, slips and falls, zoonotic diseases (parasites, ringworm, rabies), and property damage caused by animals. I recognize that rescue animals are unpredictable and that The Cat Advocates cannot guarantee their temperament or behavior. I willingly assume all risks, both known and unknown, associated with my volunteer activities.
2. Release of Liability & Negligence Waiver: To the fullest extent permitted by North Carolina law, I hereby completely and unconditionally release, waive, and forever discharge The Cat Advocates, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and fellow volunteers from any and all liability, claims, demands, lawsuits, or causes of action arising out of my volunteer service. This explicitly includes any claims or injuries caused by the ordinary negligence of the organization or its representatives.
3. Medical and Insurance Acknowledgement: I understand that The Cat Advocates does not provide health insurance, medical coverage, or workers' compensation insurance for volunteers. I affirm that I am physically fit to handle animals and agree to be solely financially responsible for any medical expenses I may incur as a result of injury or illness sustained while volunteering.
4. Photo and Media Release: I grant The Cat Advocates full permission to use photographs, videos, or audio recordings taken of me during my volunteer work for promotional, fundraising, or educational purposes on their website and social media channels.
5. I understand that as a volunteer for The Cat Advocates, I am expected to follow all rules and guidelines and to represent the organization professionally and positively. I certify that the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE By typing my name, I agree this signature is legally binding.
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I have carefully read this agreement, fully understand its terms, and understand that I am giving up substantial legal rights by checking this box / signing below.
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