Volunteer Application | Voice of Hope Ministries

Volunteer Application (214) 631-7027 · info@voiceofhope.org

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Afterschool Program · West Dallas

Become a Voice of Hope Volunteer

For over 40 years, Voice of Hope has equipped children with academic support, life skills, and Christ-centered mentorship. Tell us a little about yourself and how you'd like to serve — it takes about 6 minutes.

"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."— Proverbs 22:6

Step 1 · Your Information

We'll use this to contact you about volunteer opportunities and next steps.

Contact information

First name *Please enter your first name.

Last name *Please enter your last name.

Middle initial (optional)

Email address *Enter a valid email address.

Home / cell phone *Enter a valid phone number.

Work phone (optional)

Date of birth *Please enter your date of birth.Volunteers must be 16 or older. Under 18 requires guardian consent (Step 7).

Preferred method of communication (check all that apply)

Email Mail Phone Text

Mailing address

Street address *Please enter your street address.

City *Please enter your city.

State * Please select your state.

ZIP code *Please enter your ZIP code.

How did you hear about us? (optional)

Step 2 · Emergency Contact

In case of an emergency while you're serving on campus, who should we contact on your behalf?

Emergency contact

Full name *Please enter a name.

Relationship to you *Please enter the relationship.

Primary phone *Enter a valid phone number.

Office phone (optional)

Address (street, city/state/ZIP) (optional)

Email (optional)Enter a valid email address.

Preferred hospital (optional)

Medical note (optional)

Allergies or medical conditions we should be aware of

Step 3 · How You'll Serve

Pick the areas you're drawn to and when you're free. Our Afterschool Program runs weekday afternoons during the school year.

Areas of interest *

I am interested in volunteering with: (check all that apply)

Please choose at least one area of interest.

Anything else about how you'd like to serve? (optional)

Age groups

What age groups are you most interested in serving? (check all that apply)

Infants / Pre-K K–2 3rd–4th 5th–6th Jr. High +

Availability

Which days are you available? *

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

Please select at least one day.

How often would you like to serve? * Please choose a frequency.

When can you begin volunteering? (optional)

Are you volunteering with a group?

Yes No

Name of group (if yes)

Step 4 · Experience & Skills

No special background is required — a heart for children is what matters most. This just helps us place you well.

Your background

Have you worked with children before? *

Yes Not yet

Please choose one.

Gender (optional)

Name of employer or school (optional)

Occupation / area of study (optional)

Highest level of education (optional)

Languages you speak (optional) Spanish speakers are a special blessing to our West Dallas families.

Relevant experience * Please tell us a little about your experience or why you'd like to serve.

Skills & qualifications (training, skills, licenses and/or certifications)

Faith & affiliation (optional)

Are you a Christian?

Yes No Prefer not to say

Church affiliation

Church location

Required disclosures *

These statements are required by Texas Child Care Licensing for everyone serving with children.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, or are there any pending criminal charges against you, including deferred adjudication? *

No Yes

Please answer this question.

Are you seeking a volunteer opportunity in order to comply with court-ordered community service requirements? *

No Yes

Please answer this question.

If you answered "Yes" to either question, please explain (include hours needed for community service) Please provide a brief explanation since you answered "Yes" above.

Step 5 · References

Because we serve children, we ask for two references who are not related to you (a pastor, teacher, employer, coach, or mentor is ideal).

Please complete at least two references.

Step 6 · Supporting Documents

Because we serve children, we verify every volunteer's identity before the background screening. Please upload a valid photo ID (driver's license or permit, student ID, state ID, etc.) — uploading it here replaces bringing a copy to your first shift.

Your documents are protected. Files are transferred over an encrypted connection, stored securely, and viewed only by authorized Voice of Hope screening staff. They are used solely to verify your identity for volunteer onboarding — never shared or sold.

Photo ID proof *

Driver's license, state ID, passport, or school ID. You may add the back side as a second file. JPG, PNG, or PDF · max 5 MB per file · up to 2 files.

Drag & drop your photo ID here or browse files Front side required · back side optional

Please upload your photo ID to continue.

Additional documents (optional)

Certifications (CPR/First Aid, teaching), reference letters, or anything else you'd like to share. JPG, PNG, or PDF · max 5 MB per file · up to 3 files.

Drag & drop files here or browse Optional — you can also bring these on your first day

SSL-encrypted transfer Secure encrypted storage Screening staff only Never shared or sold

Privacy commitment: your ID is kept only for the duration of your screening and active volunteer service, in line with our child-safety and data-protection policy. You may request deletion at any time by emailing info@voiceofhope.org.

Step 7 · Acknowledgments & Consent

A safe place for children. Voice of Hope is a Christ-centered ministry. Because we work directly with minors, every volunteer agrees to the items below and consents to a background screening before serving.

Please review and agree to each item

A separate Texas Child Care Licensing background check form (which includes your Social Security Number and, where required, fingerprinting) will be completed securely with our staff during onboarding. For your protection, we never collect your SSN through this online application.

All acknowledgments are required before you can submit.

Digital signature

Full legal name (your signature) *Please type your full name to sign.

Date *Please enter today's date.

Parent/Guardian name & signature (required only if you are under 18)

By typing my name above, I certify that the information in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

Review your application

Thank you for stepping forward

Your volunteer application has been received. A member of our team will reach out within a few business days about next steps and your background screening.

Reference: —

Explore the Afterschool Program

Questions? Call (214) 631-7027 or email info@voiceofhope.org

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