VOLUNTEER

“Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave—just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve.” Matthew 20:26-28

At Lord’s Gym Ministries, volunteers are the heart of our work. Your time, talents, and presence help create a safe, nurturing space where youth, families, and the community can grow, thrive, and experience God’s love.

By serving with us, you will encourage growth, model Christ-centered values, and make a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve. Volunteering is not only a way to bless others—it’s an opportunity to deepen your faith, connect with community, and witness God at work in incredible ways.

Take the first step today by completing our volunteer application. We can’t wait to see how God will use you to make an eternal difference. Be sure to read through the Volunteer Guide (Coming Soon) for a more comprehensive list and details of opportunities.

Volunteer Application

*Please note that if you’d like to work with children, you will also need to fill out information for a background check.

First Name

Last Name

Are you required by law to register as a Sex Offender?

Yes

First Time Volunteer?

Yes No

Email Address

Contact Number

Address

City

State

Zipcode

Dress Code: It is important to dress modestly and wear weather appropriate clothing. We suggest that you do not wear expensive clothes/jewelry and not bring any valuables.

Church you attend

How did you hear about FOCAS Ministries / The Lord's Gym?

Volunteer Opportunities (check all that apply)

STORM FAC VOLUNTEER Walk alongside a friend for seven weeks, helping them set goals, sharing prayer and scripture, and encouraging them in their journey.

STORM BUS VOLUNTEER Serve one evening per week or month on the bus, reaching out to those struggling with homelessness, addiction, or exploitation.

STORM OUTREACH ACTIVITIES VOLUNTEER Assist with outdoor grill-outs in urban parks—serve meals, build relationships, and share the Good News.

LEARNING CENTER VOLUNTEER Provide one-on-one or small group academic support, mentoring children in school subjects, life skills, and character development while building strong, encouraging relationships.

SUMMER PROGRAM VOLUNTEER Develop positive caring relationships with the summer kids while chaperoning activities, outings and/or providing transportation.

YOUTH/TEEN ATHELETICS VOLUNTEER Lead youth sports teams or assist with skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Inspire kids through athletics while modeling positive values and Christ-centered character.

For your safety, FOCAS encourages that while volunteering you do not give any personal information to individuals during your time with or after your time with FOCAS. IF you give your personal information to any individual such as phone number, email address, mailing address, etc. you may be opening yourself up to unwanted contact. Children 17 & under must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian. Children volunteers will abide by Children Volunteer Policy. Some neighborhoods are prone to violence.

For your safety, FOCAS maintains a no-fraternization policy. DO NOT FRATERNIZE, flirt with, or give any personal information to any staff, volunteers, community service workers, or others encountered during your time with or after your time with FOCAS. ANY contact with ANY person MUST be approved of by a FOCAS Leader.

Please read the FOCAS Social Agreement. You will be asked to verify that you agree to it's contents.

I have read and agree to abide by FOCAS Social Agreement*

Confidentiality and Release Form

Confidentiality: As a result of the services FOCAS provides for individuals and families, we may receive access to
information of an extremely personal nature. It is important that all information you may come across as a volunteer for FOCAS
be kept in the strictest of confidence. By signing below, you acknowledge the need to maintain confidentiality of all issues
concerning the individuals and families served and the services of FOCAS and agree to uphold the utmost confidentiality during
and after your time with us.
Initial _____.
Photo & Media Release: I hereby grant FOCAS the full right to use my participation at FOCAS in part or in full, audio,
video, published and/or produced in any form, in any way that FOCAS deems useful.
Initial _____.
Release of Liability: I understand that I am volunteering in an environment that is potentially dangerous, to include
COVID-19 and its variants; and, I acknowledge that I have been warned that threats and acts of violence have occurred against
staff, FOCAS members, and volunteers. I hereby agree that I, my heirs, distributes, guardians, legal representatives, and assignees
shall not make a claim against, sue, attach the property of, or prosecute FOCAS, FOCAS’s Board of Directors and each member
thereof, FOCAS’s officers, or FOCAS’s agents, employees, or representatives. I hereby release and discharge FOCAS, FOCAS’s
Board of Directors and each member thereof, its officers, agents, employees, and representatives for all actions, claims, or
demands that I, my heirs, distributes, guardians, legal representatives, or assignees may have or may hereafter have from injury,
damage, or death resulting from my participation as a volunteer. If I have fever, cough, or shortness of breath I must not attend or
participate in any FOCAS/Lord’s Gym Ministries functions or activities.
I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE
THAT BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY, I WILL BE GIVING UP ANY ABILITY TO MAKE A CLAIM OR SUE
FOCAS, ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND EACH AND ANY MEMBER THEREOF, OFFICERS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, OR
REPRESENTATIVES FOR ANY INJURY, DAMAGE, OR DEATH RESULTING FROM MY OWN NEGLIGENCE. WITH THIS IN
MIND AND WITHOUT ANY MENTAL RESERVATION, I SIGN THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY VOLUNTARILY.

I have read and agree to abide by Confidentiality Agreement and Release Form

Volunteer Validation

The above information is accurate and correct to the best of my knowledge. I am not an employee of FOCAS. I understand and
agree that my participation with FOCAS is entirely voluntary. I understand that my participation as a volunteer with FOCAS is not
intended to nor does it create any special legal relationship between FOCAS and me, that my participation is purely voluntary, and
that neither FOCAS nor any of its employees has required me to participate in this activity. I am providing my volunteer services
to FOCAS because I support its mission and wish to volunteer my time to further its goals. I am volunteering for a period and in a
capacity of my choosing in cooperation with the FOCAS’s program coordinators. I do not expect, have not been promised, nor
will I receive any form of compensation for my volunteer services, other than to participate in FOCAS’s activities and programs.
I acknowledge that FOCAS does not have any liability for payment of workers’ compensation benefits to me for any injury,
damage, or death that arises out of my participation as a volunteer. I understand that FOCAS offers volunteer opportunities
without regard to religion, race, national origin, creed, age, or sex. I understand that if I use my personal automobile in my
volunteer service, I will ensure I have and maintain automobile liability insurance equal to or exceeding Ohio’s statutory
minimum requirements. I also understand that FOCAS is not obligated to provide a volunteer placement for me, nor am I
obligated to accept a placement. I have read and agree to abide by FOCAS Social Agreement (attached).

I agree to the above statements.

Parent/Legal Guardian Name & Contact

If you are under the age of 18, you must have a parent or legal gaurdian agree to the above volunteer application and delcaration of volunteering relationship. A signature will be required at a later time.

Reference One Name

Phone

Address City St Zip

Reference Two Name

Phone 2

Address City St Zip 2

Reference Three Name

Phone 3

Address City St Zip 3