The Bridge Volunteer Application Form

The Bridge Volunteer Application

We are excited about your interest in volunteering with us. I Peter 4:10 says that each one of us should use whatever gifts we have received to serve others, faithfully administering God's grace in its various forms. Connecting people with hope and love is our mission. We hope you'll join us!

This is an in-depth volunteer application, therefore please give yourself time to complete it in its entirety.

Please complete one application per person.

This application is to be completed by all applicants who seek to volunteer at The Bridge. This is NOT an employment application. The purpose of this form is to help us provide a safe and secure environment, and to ensure each person is serving in their "sweet spot".

ALL volunteers will receive additional specialized training based on their volunteer placement.

Please choose YES or NO

If you answered NO: Please return to The Bridge Webpage and under the Volunteer heading locate the video to view.
If you answered YES: Please continue forward with the application. Please note that questions pertaining to the information in the Orientation Video will be asked below.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Name and title

Title

Email

Phone

Date of Birth

YYYY

Address

How did you find out about us?

Social Media

Church

Online/news article

Community Event

Friend/family member

FBS Students

Why do you want to volunteer at The Bridge?

Are you willing to complete a background check if needed?

Yes

ORIENTATION VIDEO

What year did Green Street Baptist Church begin?

2015

1891

1929

We believe, "That which costs nothing, _____________."

works the best

lasts longer

means nothing

The Bridge offers assistance with...

(Choose all that apply)

Utility bills

Case management

Bikes

Car Maintenance

Food

Clothing

Children's Programming

Refurbished bicycles are available for purchase by people who need them....

for transportation to work.

for exercise and to loose weight.

for fun to ride in their neighborhood.

Customers can shop in the Wearhouse for...

free and receive one bag of clothing.

$3 donation per bag and receive up to three bags of clothing.

$5 donation per bag and receive up to two bags of clothing.

EXPERIENCE

Have you volunteered with MPACT Ministry or at The Bridge before? If so, please let us know in what ways.

Do you have experience in any of these areas?

Gardening

Mentoring / Discipleship

Cooking / Food Service

Teaching Bible Study

Educator / Professional Training

Counseling / Prayer

Teaching Computer Skills

Healthy Eating / Exercise

Serving Low Income Families or Homeless

Handyman / Carpentry / Construction

Fundraising / Marketing

List any trainings or certifications that would be valuable as a volunteer at The Bridge.

Do you speak any languages besides English?

Please describe your experience working or serving with low income families or homeless. Please be specific. If no experience, write N/A.

What church do you attend?
If NO church affiliation, write N/A.

Do you have any volunteer experience with other organizations or churches?
If no experience, write N/A.

QUESTIONS

What would you consider your biggest strength?

What are you passionate about and really enjoy doing?

What is something you may not be so passionate about?
You COULD do it, but it's not your favorite.

Is there anything else you would like us to know about you?

To be a volunteer with The Bridge, you are agreeing to additional training as you initially begin. You also agree to attend training offered periodically throughout the year for specific updates pertaining to the various aspects of compassion ministry.

Yes

Please tell us the area(s) you are interested in serving:

Food Distribution for The Market

Restocking Shelves for The Market

Assisting shoppers in The Wearhouse

Donation sorting for The Wearhouse

Conversation and Prayer

Customer Hospitality

Laundry Ministry

Bike Ministry

Working with Children's Programming

Handyman / Carpentry / Construction

Addiction Recovery / Celebrate Recovery

Childcare during Celebrate Recovery

Please tell us when you are available to serve:

Weekday Morning

Weekday Afternoon

Wednesday Evening

The information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. Should the application have any errors or questions, I am willing to offer clarification. I understand this application is not an employment application and I will be notified of volunteer positions when they become available.

Signature

Please type name below as your expressed agreement.