Bonaparte"s Retreat Volunteer Application

VOLUNTEER Application

PO Box 150232 Nashville, TN 37215 615.484.5193 info@bonapartesretreat.org
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Tell us a little about what you do in your current job--and what you've done in previous jobs. We'd like to learn what you like and dislike about your work experiences.*
When are you available to begin volunteering?*

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If you have volunteered for Bonaparte's Retreat previously, please list the event and approximate dates that you last volunteered.
What interests you about (a) animal rescue in general, (b) about Bonaparte's Retreat in particular, and (c) tell us what you see yourself doing as a volunteer with us?*
If you have volunteered with any other organizations, please list the organization(s) and, again, we'd like to learn what you liked and disliked about your other volunteer experiences.
Select your areas of volunteer interest.*

FosteringDog socializingDog walkingBall throwing/ Playing fetchDog trainingGroomingFeedingCleaning indoor/outdoor dog areasTransporting dogs to/from eventsHandling dogs at eventsMeet & Greet adoption eventsOffice work, data entry, clericalFundraisingEvent planningEvent set-up/breakdownEvent assistance on-sitePhotographyGrant writingMedia / Public relationsSocial mediaOther
Can you commit to a regular, ongoing volunteer schedule (such as 1 hour every week, biweekly, or every month)?*

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OR are you interested in occasional, as-available, intermittent, or special event-type volunteer opportunities?*

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Select the DAYS that you are most able to volunteer your time.*

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Select the TIME of day that you are most able to volunteer your time.*

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What is your "preferred" volunteer schedule? (E.g., "2 hours per week on Wednesday mid-day only.")*
Tell us about your experience with pet ownership, either with current pets you own or pets you have owned in the past.*
BONAPARTE'S RETREAT VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT
I understand that the goal of the volunteer program at Bonaparte’s Retreat is to provide supplemental care and enrichment for the lives of shelter animals, to support the organization's rescue activities, and to engage and educate the public about the mission of Bonaparte’s Retreat. As a volunteer, my actions and attitudes should always further these goals.

I understand that I can and should seek guidance from a Bonaparte’s Retreat employee if I am ever unclear about my volunteer duties or about the mission or practices of Bonaparte’s Retreat.

I agree to conduct myself in an appropriate and professional manner while volunteering for Bonaparte’s Retreat, following and supporting its programs, policies, and practices.

I agree to demonstrate professional interactions with Bonaparte’s Retreat staff, patrons, donors, other volunteers, and members of the public.

I agree to conduct myself in a manner consistent with humane treatment of Bonaparte’s Retreat’s animals.

I understand that I am responsible for reviewing all materials given to me at orientations, training sessions, or related settings. If I have questions or do not understand any materials or any part of a session or orientation, I agree to ask and seek guidance from the Bonaparte’s Retreat staff.

I agree to accept supervision, direction, and support from the Bonaparte’s Retreat staff and understand that they will provide me with feedback to help me perform my volunteer duties most effectively and safely and in the best interests of the animals for whom I volunteer.

I understand that failing to observe the above agreements could result in my dismissal from the volunteer program, and that I can be removed at any time at the discretion of the Bonaparte’s Retreat staff.
By checking the box below, I indicate that I have read, understand, and agree to the terms of the Volunteer Code of Conduct.*

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BONAPARTE"S RETREATVOLUNTEER RELEASE FORM
In consideration of the services of Bonaparte’s Retreat and in consideration of being given the opportunity to participate as a volunteer for Bonaparte’s Retreat, I acknowledge and agree as follows: I acknowledge that I am at least sixteen years old and that I have volunteered to foster, take care of, interact with, or otherwise provide volunteer services for the benefit of animals in the care of Bonaparte’s Retreat. I understand and agree that I am not an employee of Bonaparte’s Retreat and am not entitled to wages and/or benefits associated with my services. As a volunteer, I agree to follow all rules, policies, and procedures of Bonaparte’s Retreat while volunteering at its facility or outside of facility. I fully understand that Bonaparte’s Retreat offers no warranty or guarantee as to any animal’s disposition, physical condition, health, or ability to interact with any person or other animal. Further, I fully understand all risks associated with my participation as a volunteer and fully assume said risks for injury, losses, or damages of any kind resulting from such risks involved in any associated activities. I hereby agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Bonaparte’s Retreat and its directors, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, invitees, sponsors, donors, and all other persons or entities whomsoever from any and all claims (including liabilities, suits, or expenses), whether known or unknown, including claims caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence of Bonaparte’s Retreat or its directors, officers, employees, agents or otherwise, for injury, damage, death or other loss to me, my property, or the persons and property of third persons, in any way connected with my volunteering activities or my use of Bonaparte’s Retreat equipment or facilities. I understand and hereby agree to waive all claims I may have against Bonaparte’s Retreat and agree that neither I nor anyone acting on my behalf will make a claim or file a lawsuit against Bonaparte’s Retreat. I assume responsibility for my own safety during these activities. I understand that public relations are an important part of volunteering with Bonaparte’s Retreat. I hereby authorize and consent that Bonaparte’s Retreat may copyright, publish, use, sell, or assign any and all photographic pictures, television spots, movie films, videotapes and/or sound recordings, or any part thereof, they have taken or made of me during volunteer work for publicity, advertising, or any other lawful purpose. I hereby waive any right I may have to inspect and/or approve the finished product that may be used. I hereby waive all claims for any compensation of such use or for damages. I agree that this Volunteer Release Form (“Release”) is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Tennessee and that it shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Tennessee. I agree that in the event that any clause or provision of this Release shall be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction the invalidity of such clause or provision shall not otherwise affect the remaining provisions of this Release which shall continue to be enforceable. I have carefully read, understand, and voluntarily sign this Release and acknowledge that it shall be effective and binding upon me, my minor children, and other family members, and my heirs, assigns, trustees, receivers, administrators, executors, representatives, agents, and estate and that it may be pled as a complete bar and defense to any action or other proceeding instituted or filed by me on account of any matter contained herein.
By checking the box at the right, I indicate that I agree to the terms of the Volunteer Release Form.*

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Press the SUBMIT button below to submit your application.
BUT if volunteer if under the age of 18,complete this page first before pressing the submit button.
PARENTAL CONSENT
I represent that I am the parent or legal guardian of a minor, whose name is:
and by checking the box below, I consent to and allow my daughter/son/ward to perform volunteer services for Bonaparte's Retreat under the terms and conditions set forth above for volunteers. In addition, I give Bonaparte's Retreat permission to use and publish photographs of my daughter/son/ward, the volunteer, as part of its public relations efforts.

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