VOLUNTEER WAIVER, RELEASE & AGREEMENT
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc. We are grateful for your willingness to serve our community.

Please read this Volunteer Waiver, Release & Agreement carefully. By volunteering with Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc. and electronically acknowledging this agreement, you confirm that you have read, understood, and voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions outlined below.

HEALTH & PARTICIPATION
In consideration for my ability to participate in volunteer activities with Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc. ("Elyon House of Bread"), I acknowledge that volunteer activities may include standing, walking, bending, sorting, packing, cleaning, repetitive tasks, assisting with food distribution, and lifting or moving items weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.

I certify that I am able to safely participate in the volunteer activities for which I register. I agree to notify Elyon House of Bread of any accommodation, limitation, or concern that may affect my ability to participate safely.

SUPERVISION POLICY
I understand that volunteers are expected to follow instructions and participate safely and responsibly in pantry, warehouse, distribution, shelter, administrative, community outreach, or other assigned volunteer activities.

Elyon House of Bread does not provide personal care, custodial care, medical care, or one-on-one supervision unless specifically arranged as part of an approved program.

If I am under 18 years of age, or if I require supervision or assistance to participate safely, I understand that I must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, caregiver, or approved group leader who remains onsite for the duration of my volunteer activity, unless otherwise approved in writing by Elyon House of Bread.

POLICIES AND SAFETY RULES
For my safety and the safety of others, I agree to comply with all Elyon House of Bread volunteer policies, safety procedures, instructions, and applicable site rules.

I understand that:

Appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes may be required depending on the volunteer assignment.
Volunteer activities may involve food distribution, pantry operations, storage areas, loading and unloading, moving supplies, lifting, repetitive tasks, cleaning, outdoor activities, and vehicle traffic.
Volunteers must remain in designated volunteer areas unless authorized to enter other areas.
Volunteers may not operate forklifts, pallet jacks, vehicles, machinery, or other equipment unless specifically authorized, properly trained, and permitted to do so by Elyon House of Bread.
Volunteers must immediately report unsafe conditions, injuries, accidents, damaged equipment, or other safety concerns to a designated Elyon House of Bread representative.
Volunteers must follow all applicable food-safety, sanitation, emergency, security, and workplace safety procedures.

AWARENESS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I understand that volunteer activities may involve inherent or unforeseen risks arising from the activities themselves, the operations of Elyon House of Bread, my own actions or inactions, or the actions or inactions of employees, directors, officers, agents, volunteers, clients, visitors, contractors, or other persons present at a volunteer site.

Potential risks may include, but are not limited to, slips, trips, falls, lifting injuries, repetitive-motion injuries, contact with equipment or supplies, loading and unloading activities, vehicle traffic, outdoor conditions, food-handling activities, property damage, bodily injury, serious injury, or death.

I acknowledge these risks and voluntarily choose to participate in Elyon House of Bread volunteer activities.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF CLAIMS
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I waive and release claims against Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc., and its directors, officers, employees, agents, affiliates, representatives, and authorized volunteers (collectively, the "Released Parties"), arising from my participation in volunteer activities or my presence at an Elyon House of Bread volunteer site, except for claims that cannot lawfully be waived or released.

This release is intended to apply to claims for personal injury, death, property damage, loss, expenses, or other damages arising from my participation in volunteer activities, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

I understand that this agreement is a condition of participation in the volunteer program.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL CONSENT
In the event of an illness, injury, accident, or emergency while I am participating in volunteer activities, I authorize Elyon House of Bread representatives to contact emergency medical services and the emergency contact provided by me.

I understand that Elyon House of Bread does not provide medical personnel or medical treatment as part of its volunteer program.

I understand that emergency medical services may be requested when appropriate and that any medical treatment or transportation provided by third parties may be subject to separate charges or requirements.

INDEMNIFICATION
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I agree to be responsible for claims, damages, losses, expenses, or reasonable attorneys' fees arising from my own negligent or wrongful acts or omissions in connection with my volunteer activities, except to the extent such responsibility cannot legally be imposed.

COMMUNITY SERVICE POLICY
I understand that Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc. may establish its own policies regarding community-service documentation.

Unless specifically approved in advance by Elyon House of Bread, volunteer participation may not qualify for court-ordered, probationary, school-mandated, or other legally required community-service requirements.

If documentation is available for an approved community-service assignment, I understand that I must follow Elyon House of Bread's procedures for requesting verification.

PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE
I understand that Elyon House of Bread may photograph or record volunteer activities for organizational, educational, community-outreach, fundraising, informational, or promotional purposes.

By selecting the applicable consent option, I may authorize Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc. to use my image, likeness, voice, name, or statements in photographs, video, print, electronic media, websites, social media, publications, newsletters, educational materials, or other organizational communications.

I understand that I will not receive compensation for authorized use of these materials.

CONFIDENTIALITY & PRIVACY
I understand that, as a volunteer, I may encounter private, sensitive, or confidential information concerning clients, guests, volunteers, donors, employees, program participants, families, shelter residents, or organizational operations.

I agree to protect the confidentiality and privacy of such information and not disclose, photograph, record, copy, post, or share confidential information except when authorized by Elyon House of Bread or when disclosure is otherwise required by law.

I understand that client and participant information must be handled respectfully and confidentially.

VOLUNTEER NOT AN EMPLOYEE
I understand that I am volunteering with Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc. and am not an employee solely by participating in the volunteer program.

I understand that volunteer service is unpaid unless a separate written agreement provides otherwise. I understand that volunteer participation does not create an employment relationship or guarantee future employment.

I may choose to discontinue my volunteer service at any time, subject to any requirements applicable to an approved program or assignment.

CONDUCT & PARTICIPATION
I agree to conduct myself respectfully and professionally while representing Elyon House of Bread.

I agree not to engage in harassment, discrimination, threats, violence, theft, inappropriate conduct, unauthorized recording or disclosure of confidential information, or conduct that creates an unsafe environment.

Elyon House of Bread may end my volunteer participation when it determines that my conduct, attendance, failure to follow safety procedures, or other circumstances are inconsistent with the organization's policies or the safety and welfare of others.

FLORIDA LAW, FOOD DONATION & VOLUNTEER COMPLIANCE
I understand that Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc. operates as a charitable/nonprofit organization providing food assistance and other community services. As a volunteer, I agree to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, health and sanitation requirements, and Elyon House of Bread policies while performing volunteer duties.

I understand that my volunteer duties may include receiving, collecting, sorting, transporting, storing, preparing for distribution, and distributing donated food. I agree to handle donated food in a safe, sanitary, and responsible manner and to immediately report any food-safety concern, suspected contamination, damaged packaging, improper storage condition, or other condition that may make food unsafe for distribution.

I understand that Florida law provides certain protections concerning the good-faith donation and free distribution of canned and perishable food that is apparently fit for human consumption, including protections described in Florida Statutes §768.136. These protections do not eliminate applicable food-safety, sanitation, or other legal requirements and do not protect against gross negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct.

I further agree to perform my volunteer duties in good faith, within the scope of my assigned duties, and in accordance with Elyon House of Bread's instructions, policies, safety procedures, and applicable Florida law.

I understand that Florida's Volunteer Protection Act, Florida Statutes §768.1355, provides certain liability protections for qualifying uncompensated volunteers acting within the scope of their official duties, in good faith, and as an ordinarily reasonably prudent person would act under the same or similar circumstances. I understand that the law does not protect wanton or willful misconduct.

By checking the acknowledgment box and signing electronically, I certify that:

- I have read and understand this Volunteer Waiver, Release & Agreement.
- I have had the opportunity to ask questions about this agreement.
- I voluntarily agree to comply with Elyon House of Bread Food Pantry & Shelter Inc. policies and safety procedures.
- The information I provide during volunteer registration is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
- I understand the risks associated with volunteer activities.
- I voluntarily agree to the terms of this agreement to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.