volunteer waiver examples

Volunteer Participation Agreement and Liability Release

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the specific information relevant to your organization and the volunteer activity.
• Ensure the volunteer reads the document in its entirety before signing; if the volunteer is a minor, a parent or legal guardian must sign on their behalf.
• Maintain the signed original in a secure, digital or physical personnel file for the duration of the statute of limitations applicable in your jurisdiction.

Parties & Definitions

This Volunteer Participation Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into by and between [Organization Name], located at [Organization Address] (the "Organization"), and [Volunteer Full Legal Name], residing at [Volunteer Address] (the "Volunteer"). The "Activity" refers to the following volunteer services: [Description of Volunteer Activities].

Operative Clauses

1. Assumption of Risk: The Volunteer acknowledges that the Activity may involve inherent risks, including but not limited to [List Potential Risks, e.g., physical exertion, travel, equipment usage]. The Volunteer voluntarily assumes full responsibility for any risks of loss, property damage, or personal injury that may be sustained as a result of participating in the Activity.

2. Release and Waiver of Liability: The Volunteer hereby releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue the Organization, its officers, directors, agents, or employees from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the Volunteer while participating in the Activity.

3. Medical Authorization: In the event of an injury or illness, the Volunteer grants the Organization permission to authorize emergency medical treatment. The Volunteer agrees to be financially responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such treatment.

4. Media Release: [ ] I grant [ ] I do not grant the Organization permission to use any photographs, video, or audio recordings of the Volunteer taken during the Activity for promotional or educational purposes without further compensation.

5. Insurance: The Volunteer acknowledges that the Organization does not provide health, accident, or workers' compensation insurance for volunteers. The Volunteer is encouraged to maintain their own personal health and liability insurance.

6. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State Name].

Signature & Acknowledgment

I have read this document, understand it, and sign it voluntarily.

Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Title (if applicable): [Volunteer Role/Title] Date: [Date]

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute legal advice. Liability laws vary significantly by state and municipality; you must consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure this document meets all local statutory requirements.