Second Harvest of Silicon Valley

Court Ordered Volunteer Application

Court ordered volunteers need to be pre-screened and approved before registering and starting their volunteer service. Hours that are performed without approval will not count. If you have any questions, please contact Volunteer Engagement at 408-266-8866 ext. 150.

If you do not need to complete court mandated hours, please register for a volunteer shift at SHFB.org


















































Volunteer Agreement

As a volunteer, I will:
  • Treat others with respect and dignity, refraining from engaging in harassing or inappropriate language and behavior
  • Maintain confidentiality in case I come in to contact with personal or sensitive information while volunteering
  • Provide an emergency contact name and phone number to the food bank, and identify myself with a volunteer name badge
  • Follow instructions from staff or volunteer leader
  • Report hazards or unsafe activities, and refrain from engaging in those activities myself including running, shouting, or horseplay
  • Use proper judgment when handling food. If I have a sensitivity to certain foods, I will avoid handling those products and notify supervisors.
  • Wear sensible, modest clothing
  • Not volunteer under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and only smoke in permitted areas
  • Not volunteer when ill, follow proper hand-washing techniques, and maintain proper hygiene
  • Not take food, other product, or accept monetary gifts.  I understand that unauthorized possession will be considered stealing and will lead to discontinuation of volunteering.
  • Understand that there is no mileage reimbursement or other financial incentive for volunteering
  • Be safe!  I will only do as much physical activity as I am comfortable doing, will use proper lifting techniques, and ask if I need assistance
  • Provide a parental permission slip if under the age of 18
  • Exercise good judgment
  • Report any behavior that is hurtful such as bad language, violence and unwanted comments to food bank staff

As a volunteer, I may be exposed to confidential information including sensitive personal and private information about individual clients and their families, and about donors. I understand and share Second Harvest’s commitment to individual and family privacy, dignity, and respect. At all times during and after my volunteer assignment, I will keep any information I learn when working at Second Harvest confidential. I will store or dispose of records in accordance with Second Harvest policy, as directed by my supervisor. At the end of my participation as a volunteer, or upon Second Harvest’s request at any other time, I will deliver to Second Harvest all of Second Harvest’s property, equipment, and documents, together with all copies, regardless of whether such property contains confidential information.


Warehouse Food Sorting/Food Distribution Volunteer Agreement

As a volunteer, I will:
  • Wear closed toe shoes and long pants, and NOT wear sandals, sleeveless shirts, or shorts, or otherwise revealing or offensive clothing.
  • NOT use ear buds in the sort room
  • Step out of the sort room to use my mobile device.  I may use my cell phone to take pictures with verbal permission of others.
  • NOT use unauthorized warehouse equipment, including forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
  • Leave valuables, including purses, backpacks, computers, etc. out of sight in my vehicle, OR utilize a food bank locker if available.  I understand that Second Harvest Food Bank assumes no responsibility for damage to or loss of personal property.
  • Assume responsibility for getting a staff signature at the end of my shift if I need to document volunteer hours for school or court.
  • Accept the Second Harvest policy on volunteer time keeping (ATTACHED)
  • Report any behavior that is hurtful such as bad language, violence and unwanted comments to food bank staff
  • Inform the Site/Team Leader if I am not feeling well during the distribution, or need to leave early for other reasons