Volunteer

The Hope Project relies on the support of dedicated individuals who generously volunteer their time in a variety of areas within the ministry. Volunteers play an essential role in supporting our mission and making a meaningful difference in the lives of women and children facing significant life challenges.

Ways to Get Involved

We welcome individuals, local clubs, youth groups, Bible studies, and other organizations to support The Hope Project through hands-on service and creative fundraising efforts.

Examples of volunteer involvement include:

Work projects
Organizing fundraisers such as bake sales, bike rides, and pop can drives
Quilt sales, walkathons, and benefit concerts
Group service opportunities through churches and community organizations

Volunteer Applications

If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the General Volunteer Application.
If you feel called to serve through mentoring, please complete the Mentor Application for our Mentor Program.

GENERAL VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with The Hope Project. Volunteers are an essential part of our mission to support healing, restoration, and hope for survivors of sex trafficking. Please complete the application below so we can learn more about you and identify volunteer opportunities that best align with your skills, availability, and interests. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely for volunteer placement and screening purposes.

First Name

Last Name

Phone

Street Address

Other Address

City

Zip / Postal

Region

Emergency Contact
Please list name & phone number

Please list name & phone number

Background & Experience

Educational Background

Current Occupation

Do you speak any other languages?

Why are you interested in volunteering?

Volunteer Interests

Areas of Interest

Availability
How many hours per week are you available to volunteer? * (If you are unable to volunteer every week but wish to volunteer once or twice a month, please note this in the Comments section below.)

Please list days/times you are available to volunteer *

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Background Check Authorization

All volunteers of The Hope Project must undergo a criminal background check. Having a prior criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from volunteering at The Hope Project. Please provide the following information for the purpose of completing a criminal history search.

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Maiden Name or Names Previously Used

Birthdate

Race

Sex

Group Communication Preference

Electronic Signature

Your electronic signature below indicates your permission for The Hope Project to utilize the above information for the sole purpose of obtaining a criminal history search.

First Name

Last Name

Birthdate

Acknowledgement of Confidentiality

Acknowledgement of Confidentiality to Volunteer *

By checking this box, I understand that I will sign a confidentiality agreement when I begin volunteering.

Demographic Information

Please note: this application is detailed and does not save progress. We recommend reviewing the questions before beginning and having your emergency contact and reference information available. If you would like a hard copy or digital version of this application, please email info@hopeprojectusa.org . We look forward to learning more about you and the gifts you may bring to this ministry.

First Name

Last Name

Phone

Street Address

Other Address

City

Zip / Postal

Region

Emergency Contact
Please list name & phone number

Please list name & phone number

Background & Experience

Educational Background

Current Occupation

Do you speak any other languages?

Name of Degree(s)

Education & Professional Background

Your Interest in Mentoring

Why would you like to be a mentor? *

What qualities, skills, or attributes do you have that would benefit a mentee?

Do you have experience volunteering or working with teens facing significant life challenges or survivors of violence/exploitation?

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Personal History

This information is used solely to help determine appropriate mentor/mentee matching and to ensure the safety of all participants. All mentors will undergo National and State background checks, a Driver’s Record Check, and a Sex Offender Registry Check.

Please list everyone living in your home (Full name, date of birth, relationship) Are you currently using medical marijuana?

Yes / No

Are you currently using any medication or substance not prescribed by your doctor?

Yes / No

(Do not include over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or vitamins)

If “Yes” to either substance question, please explain (Type, frequency, reason)

Tell us about you

Alcohol & Recovery History

How often do you drink alcohol?

Are you currently in recovery for any type of addiction?

If “Yes,” please describe

Legal History

Have you ever been arrested, charged, or convicted of a crime?

Yes / No

If “Yes,” please explain (Charge, date, outcome, circumstances)

Have you ever been investigated or convicted of child sexual abuse, physical abuse, or neglect?

Yes / No

If “Yes,” please explain (Date, charge, situation, outcome)

Describe your answers

References

Please list three non-related individuals you have known for at least one year. References will be contacted and all information will be kept confidential.

Personal Reference

Name *

Phone Number *

Email

How do you know this person?

How long have you known this person?

Professional Reference

Name *

Phone Number *

Email

How do you know this person?

How long have you known this person?

Spiritual Reference

Name *

Phone Number *

Email

How do you know this person?

How long have you known this person?

Please List Here

Electronic Signature

Your electronic signature below indicates your permission for The Hope Project to utilize the above information for the sole purpose of obtaining a criminal history search.

First Name

Last Name

Birthdate

Terms & Conditions

Checkbox Agreement: By checking this box, you give The Hope Project permission to:

Conduct national and state background checks

Conduct a Driver’s Record check

Contact references

Check household members against the sex offender registry

You also affirm that:

All information provided is accurate

You release The Hope Project from liability related to background information

You understand relevant information may be shared to facilitate a safe mentor match

I Agree