I hereby agree to volunteer my time, energy, efforts, resources, and/or services (“Volunteer Participation”) to various food reclamation projects through Feeding America Tampa Bay, Inc. (“FTB”), a nonprofit Florida Corporation. In consideration for allowing me to participate in FTB projects, and in consideration of FTB’s locating, arranging, coordinating, and/or making available volunteer opportunities, I hereby agree and release FTB as follows:

1. I acknowledge and agree that the nature of the Volunteer Participation typically performed by FTB volunteers, and which may be performed by me as a FTB volunteer, may involve: (a) physical activity (including without limitation work with heavy tools and materials); (b) contact with unfamiliar persons; (c) contact with persons who may have communicable diseases and/or viruses; (d) travel to and from various locations; and (e) other potential risk of injury. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, I willingly agree to the Volunteer Participation and hereby assume any and all risk in connection with my Volunteer Participation, including without limitation, risks of any accident or injury to person or property which I may sustain in connection with my Volunteer Participation as a FTB volunteer or in any FTB related project or activity. In addition to the foregoing, I will only participate in FTB activities and projects that I am physically capable of undertaking without risk of injury to myself.

2. I hereby acknowledge that FTB is involved in assisting families and organizations which may from time to time be involved with children and youth related matters. I hereby confirm, represent and warrant that I have never been convicted of a violent crime, child abuse or neglect, child pornography, child abduction, kidnapping, or rape or sexual offense, nor have I ever been ordered by a court to receive psychiatric or psychological treatment in connection therewith. I also confirm that I have never been charged or convicted of any crimes related to minor persons in any state or federal jurisdiction.

3. I hereby release FTB and its directors, officers, agents, employees, successors, assigns, licensees, sponsors, donors, representatives, guests and affiliates from, and covenant not to sue for, any and all claims and causes of action, whether known or unknown, arising out of, based upon or relating to my Volunteer Participation as a FTB volunteer or in any FTB related activity or project, including, without limitation, any negligence of FTB, its officers, directors, partners, employees, agents, successors, assigns, licensees, sponsors, donors, representatives, guests and affiliates.

4. To the extent I utilize my own vehicle for transportation or other purposes in connection with a FTB project or activity, I hereby represent and warrant that I have a current insurance policy in force that includes bodily injury and property damage liability insurance.

5. I agree to abide by the below safety guidelines for volunteers of FTB:

Do not participate in a project which you feel puts you in a risky or dangerous situation.
If an accident or problem occurs, assist with the situation if you are able and call 911 or seek medical attention as needed.
Report any accident or problem to the FTB Volunteer Experience Leadership Team as soon as it is safely practicable to do so. As a supplement to your personal insurance, Feeding Tampa Bay provides, at no cost to the volunteer, a basic insurance policy which includes personal liability, automobile liability and accident medical coverage. You should be aware that no protection is provided for injuries to you or injuries you may cause to others under the liability or workers compensation insurance carried by the organization for whom you perform services.
Feeding Tampa Bay volunteers must not provide transportation for any client/neighbor or be alone with any client/neighbor.
Carrying or possession of a weapon, whether concealed or unconcealed, by an employee, guest, or invitee anywhere on FTB property, surrounding premises, in FTB vehicles, or while on FTB business is prohibited.
Volunteer attire should positively reflect yourself and FTB to create a safe, respectful, and conducive environment for serving our community. Clothing should be appropriate in language and images, and adequately cover undergarments, midriffs, cleavage, and buttocks.
All youth must have a signed consent form by the parent or guardian before the youth can participate in a project.

6. I acknowledge and agree to FTB’s “no show” policy: by registering for a project, I intend to volunteer for the specific date, time and task listed. I understand the success of the project depends upon volunteer attendance. If I am unable to attend, I will remove myself using the online system when possible. If I repeatedly disregard the “no show” policy, I understand that a FTB staff person will contact me and my account may be deactivated.

7. I further irrevocably grant to FTB, its assigns and successors, my consent and full right to use my name, photograph, likeness, image, voice and biography in any and all media, publications, advertising, and publicity in connection with my participation with FTB and any FTB related activity and project and/or any of my activities during my Volunteer Participation.

8. This release shall insure to the benefit of FTB and its successors, licensees, agents, employees, affiliates, and assigns. The laws of the State of Florida shall govern this release.

9. I understand that FTB has the right to refuse any individuals or groups for volunteer-related duties at their discretion.

To reinforce the strength of our impact, FTB embraces all the similarities and differences of team members and volunteers alike. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment and volunteer opportunities. It is our intent to maintain an environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), marital status, race, national origin (including ancestry), disability, religion, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.