VOLUNTEER

Volunteer with Downtown Ministries

The mission and vision of Downtown Ministries is rooted in a love for the Athens community, and volunteers are a vital part of making that vision a reality. From sports coaches and lunch buddies to office workers and after-school tutors, there is a place for you to serve!

Volunteer Opportunities

Our Daily Bread

ODB provides free meals in a safe environment where individuals are connected to essential resources, supported by caring partners, and reminded that they are valued.

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After School Program

A place where our children have the opportunity to play AND work on their homework with the help of an adult.

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Lunch Buddies Mentorship Program

Lunch Buddies are community volunteers who seek to build a positive relationship with Downtown Academy students through regularly sharing a meal during the school day.

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Returning Volunteer?

Sign up now for a volunteer shift on the Downtown Ministries Give Pulse!

Note: You must complete a new Volunteer Application for each academic year or sports season.

New Volunteer?

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Downtown Ministries Volunteer Manual Background Check Authorization Form Downtown Ministries Give Pulse

Volunteer Application

Complete the Volunteer Application for the program(s) you are interested in.

Downtown Academy Volunteer Form

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Are You Interested in Volunteering at Downtown Academy? *

I am interested in volunteering with Downtown Academy.
I am not interested in volunteering with Downtown Academy.

Please complete a new volunteer application each academic year or sports season.

Alternative Volunteer Opportunities

If you are not interested in volunteering with Downtown Academy, you can complete the Our Daily Bread Volunteer Form instead.

Are You a Returning Volunteer? *

I have worked with Downtown Academy in the past.
I have not worked with Downtown Academy in the past.

Please complete a new volunteer application each academic year or sports season.

Background Check on File? *

I have previously submitted a background check authorization form.
I have not previously submitted a background check authorization form.

Name *

First

Last

Preferred Name

Email *

Phone *

Preferred method of contact *

Email
Text
Call

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Current Employment Status *

Part-time
Full-time
Not Currently Employed

Employer *

Current or most recent paid position title

Other Work Experience

Are you a student? *

Full-time undergraduate
Part-time undergraduate
Full-time postgraduate
Part-time postgraduate
High School
Not a Student

Languages spoken other than English

How did you find out about Downtown Ministries?

Why are you interested in volunteering with Downtown Ministries?

In which area would you like to volunteer? *

Have you been charged with or convicted of any criminal offense? *

Please explain and include the date, county and state of criminal offense. *

Have you been charged with or convicted of child abuse or sexual abuse or been involved in any activities related to abusing or molesting children? *

Please explain and include the date, county and state of criminal offense. *

Volunteer Manual Agreement

Please read the Downtown Ministries Volunteer Manual before agreeing to our policies and procedures.

I agree to abide by the policies and procedures contained in the Downtown Ministries Volunteer Manual. I understand that the policies, procedures and benefits contained in this document may be added to, changed or deleted by Downtown Ministries at any time.

I understand that neither this document nor any other written or verbal communication by any program director or other Downtown Ministries staff member is intended to in any way create a contract of employment. I understand that my volunteer involvement is at-will, which permits Downtown Ministries to terminate the relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice. Nothing in this manual is intended to guarantee volunteer involvement for a specific duration. Downtown Ministries will not modify their policy of involvement-at-will in any case.

Volunteer Manual Agreement *

I have read the Downtown Ministries Volunteer Manual, and agree to abide by the policies and practices described within it. If I have any questions regarding the content or interpretation of this document, I will bring them to the attention of a Downtown Ministries’ staff member immediately.

Code of Conduct Agreement

Upon completing the application and Darkness to Light Training, all volunteers of Downtown Ministries, hereinafter referred to as DtM, will conduct themselves in a manner that represents the vision and mission of DtM at both DtM and non-DtM events or programs. In accordance with this expectation, I agree to the following:

To the best of my ability, I will attempt to fulfill the minimum time commitment required in volunteering for a program.
If I cannot honor my volunteer commitment for any given day or event, I will immediately notify a staff member as far in advance as possible so that he or she may have time to make appropriate arrangements.
I will accept the staff’s leadership, guidance, and decisions.
I will honor the privacy of Downtown Ministries’ participants and family members.
I will immediately report any child abuse or suspicion of abuse to my program director.

Code of Conduct Agreement *

I agree to the Volunteer Code of Conduct.

Background Check

If you are a new volunteer, please complete the Background Check Authorization Form and send it to JMabry@downtownministries.org OR drop it by Downtown Academy or Downtown Ministries. You must complete a new form each academic year. YOU MUST INCLUDE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER ON THIS FORM.

Background Check Agreement *

I understand I must submit to a background check before volunteering.

Volunteer Follow-up

Do You Have Any Questions to Discuss With a DtM Team Member? *

Yes, I would like a DtM team member to contact me for more information concerning this opportunity.
No, I would not like a DtM team member to contact me for more information concerning this opportunity.

Please explain what you would like to discuss *

Our Daily Bread Volunteer Form

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Are You Interested in Volunteering at Our Daily Bread? *

I am interested in volunteering at Our Daily Bread.
I am not interested in volunteering at Our Daily Bread.

Alternative Volunteer Opportunities

If you are not interested in volunteering at Our Daily Bread, you can complete the Downtown Academy Volunteer Form instead.

Are You a Returning Volunteer? *

I have volunteered at Our Daily Bread.
I have not volunteered at Our Daily Bread.

Please complete a new application each year.

Background Check on File? *

I have previously submitted a background check authorization form for Downtown Ministries.
I have not previously submitted a background check authorization form for Downtown Ministries.

Name *

First

Last

Preferred Name

Email *

Phone *

Preferred method of contact *

Email
Text
Call

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Current Employment Status *

Part-time
Full-time
Not Currently Employed

Employer *

Current or most recent paid position title

Other Relevant Work Experience

Are you a student? *

Full-time undergraduate
Part-time undergraduate
Full-time postgraduate
Part-time postgraduate
High School
Not a Student

Languages spoken other than English

How did you find out about Downtown Ministries?

Why are you interested in volunteering with Downtown Ministries?

Have you been charged with or convicted of any criminal offense? *

Please explain and include the date, county and state of criminal offense. *

Have you been charged with or convicted of child abuse or sexual abuse or been involved in any activities related to abusing or molesting children? *

Please explain and include the date, county and state of criminal offense. *

Volunteer Manual Agreement

Please read the Downtown Ministries Volunteer Manual before agreeing to our policies and procedures.

Volunteer Manual Agreement *

I have read the Downtown Ministries Volunteer Manual, and agree to abide by the policies and practices described within it. If I have any questions regarding the content or interpretation of this document, I will bring them to the attention of a Downtown Ministries’ staff member immediately.

Code of Conduct Agreement

To the best of my ability, I will attempt to fulfill the minimum time commitment required in volunteering for a program.
If I cannot honor my volunteer commitment for any given day or event, I will immediately notify a staff member as far in advance as possible so that he or she may have time to make appropriate arrangements.
I will accept the staff’s leadership, guidance, and decisions.
I will honor the privacy of Downtown Ministries’ participants and family members.
I will immediately report any child abuse or suspicion of abuse to my program director.

Code of Conduct Agreement *

I agree to the Volunteer Code of Conduct.

Volunteer Follow Up

Do You Have Any Questions to Discuss With a DtM Team Member? *

Yes, I would like a DtM team member to contact me for more information concerning this opportunity.
No, I would not like a DtM team member to contact me for more information concerning this opportunity.

Please explain what you would like to discuss *

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer with Downtown Ministries

Volunteer Opportunities

Our Daily Bread

After School Program

Lunch Buddies Mentorship Program

Returning Volunteer?

Sign up now for a volunteer shift on the Downtown Ministries Give Pulse!

New Volunteer?

Scroll down to complete the Volunteer Registration Form!

Volunteer Application

Alternative Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Manual Agreement

Code of Conduct Agreement

Background Check

Volunteer Follow-up

Alternative Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Manual Agreement

Code of Conduct Agreement

Volunteer Follow Up

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