New Hampshire SPCA New Volunteer Application

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer for the New Hampshire SPCA. Filling out this application is the first step in joining a great community that comes together to provide care and support for animals in need. Our volunteers provide over 60,000 hours of donated time on an annual basis. We could not fulfill our mission without each and every one, and we are truly grateful.

Volunteer Agreement

In consideration of the mutual promises and covenants herein contained, the parties hereby agree as follows:

1. The Volunteer agrees to review and abide by all NHSPCA policies and procedures, including those outlined in the Volunteer Manual.
2. The Volunteer agrees to participate in and satisfactorily complete all NHSPCA training programs requested by the Volunteer Coordinator or Coordinator’s designee.
3. The Volunteer agrees to be supervised by the Volunteer Coordinator or Coordinator’s designee.
4. The Volunteer recognizes that because of the unknown nature, including but not limited to the vaccination history and temperament, of some of the animals at the NHSPCA, including animals in Protective Custody or strays, that there is an increased risk of injury including, but not limited to the potential for rabies exposure, and that the NHSPCA is not liable for any such risks or injuries.
5. If an accident or injury occurs while the Volunteer is fulfilling their responsibilities, the NHSPCA is authorized to seek emergency medical treatment on the volunteer’s behalf.
6. The Volunteer does not have, nor shall they hold themselves out as having any right, power, or authority to create any contract or obligation, either express or implied, on behalf of, in the name of, or binding upon the NHSPCA.
7. The Volunteer agrees to hold the NHSPCA harmless from any and all claims, damages, and causes of action, including attorney’s fees arising from services rendered by the Volunteer.
8. The Volunteer agrees to keep confidential all information acquired in the course of voluntary services rendered both during the time the Volunteer is a volunteer at the NHSPCA and thereafter.
9. The Volunteer understands that they may at any time, with or without cause, be removed from the position as a volunteer at the sole discretion of the NHSPCA.
10. The Volunteer agrees to allow any photographs taken during volunteer hours to be used by the NHSPCA for Development and Marketing.

In signing this agreement, I understand that the information that I have provided on my application may be verified, by contacting persons or organizations named in this application, or by contacting any person or organization that may have information concerning me. I affirm that the information I have given on this form is true and correct. I understand that if any false information, omissions, or misrepresentations are discovered, my application may be rejected, and active volunteer status may be terminated at any time. In consideration of my volunteer application, I agree to adhere to the policies and regulations of the NHSPCA, and I agree that my volunteer status can be terminated, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time by the NHSPCA.