Volunteer FAQs

Volunteering at the FOB FAQs

We are starting with weekday shifts; currently we have two hour shifts available. We ask that you arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before your shift to allow us to set up, clean/sanitize the area and to check everyone in.

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Tuesday and Thursday 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

We will re-evaluate every six weeks and will update shifts accordingly.

Yes! We hold monthly large-scale Assembly Days at “The FOB” in Chatsworth, CA accommodate groups on a mutually convenient weekday with advanced notice and planning.

Groups consisting of youth between 13 and 17 years old are required to provide a minimum of one adult for every eight youth. If transportation is by individual cars, rather than buses, then we require enough drivers and cars on the premises at all times to provide immediate transportation for all.

VOLUNTEER RULES &INFORMATION

To ensure your own safety and enjoyment, and to preserve our welcome in our facility, we ask that you read and follow these rules:

All Volunteers must complete a Release Form by registering online to volunteer (parents/guardians must register minors under 18). Children ages 13 and older are welcome to serve. Those ages 13–17 must have a responsible adult with them on the premises at all times, with access to transportation. Due to insurance, liability and safety concerns, we must strictly adhere to these rules—there are no exceptions.

All volunteers must complete the online registration for each volunteer day attended.
Volunteers must check in with Operation Gratitude’s Engagement Team upon their arrival.
Due to heightened security requirements, all volunteers must present a government or school issued I.D. with a photo when requested.
Wear the name tag provided at check-in at all times.
To receive Community Service Credit (“CSC”), you must sign-in upon arrival and sign out upon departure at the Volunteer Sign-In Table.

Wear closed-toe shoes; no sandals or flip-flops allowed.
Wear comfortable but respectful clothing (no “short-shorts” or revealing tops); avoid political statements on clothing.
Lock your purse or other valuables in your car. We do not have a safe place for them and will not accept responsibility for personal property in or around “The FOB”.
No bags, backpacks or briefcases allowed in “The FOB”. Please keep cell phones and wallets in your pockets.
Cell phones are permitted, but we ask that you not make calls while volunteering. You are welcome to take pictures for personal or social media use. However, you may not photograph or video the labels on care packages or addresses in letters.

Volunteering at the FOB FAQs

VOLUNTEER RULES &INFORMATION

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