Online Volunteer Application Form
Volunteer to help build homes, hope and community today. Please fill out the form below and click submit. For positions that work with residents, we do require references and a background check. Required fields are marked with an asterisk. You can also download our volunteer application as a pdf and email it to volunteerservices@commonbond.org or contact us and ask for the volunteer coordinator at (651) 291-1750.

CommonBond Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all volunteer applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a job-related medical condition or disability, status with regard to public assistance or any other legally protected status.

Thank you for your interest. We can't do it without you!

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Personal Information

Demographic Information

This information is not required, but it is important because:

  • It will help us evaluate our current recruitment efforts and identify areas where we can improve.
  • Our funders request statistical information on our volunteers.

Female

Male

16-17 years

18-39 years

40-61 years

62 years or better

Caucasian American

African American

American Indian/Alaskan Native

Hispanic/Latino

Asian/Pacific Islander

Other

Emergency Contact Information

Employer Information

Volunteering

Study Buddies - A one-on-one academic mentoring program. Be matched with a child to meet once a week for 1-1/2 hours to work on homework and other academic enhancing activities. This program runs October through May.

Learning Circles - Work with an Americorps member to help lead a group of 4 youth in completing homework assignments and other activities. A commitment of a minimum of 2 hours per week is needed. This program runs October through May.

Homework Center Tutor - Help youth coming to an open Homework Center for assistance with homework assignments. A commitment of 2 hours per week is needed.

Camp Fire - Come share the fun of being a Camp Fire kid! Camp Fire's mission is to build caring, confident youth and future leaders. Camp Fire volunteers will assist by leading small Camp Fire groups in fun activities.

PreK and K-3 Programs - Provide one-on-one reading assistance to Pre-K through 3rd grade children. This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers who enjoy working with young children. A commitment of a minimum of 1 hour per week for the school year is needed.

Kid Fun (Summer Only) - Kid Fun is a recreational program for youth living in CommonBond communities. As part of the Kid Fun Volunteer Team you will plan and lead activities for children living in CommonBond housing. Spend three hours a week playing games, completing craft projects, and having fun!

English Language Learners - English Language volunteers will work either one-on-one or in small groups with adults who are learning English as a second language. Students range from beginners who need help in basic English to advanced for those who want to fine-tune their skills. This is a great opportunity to learn more about other cultures!

GED Instructors and Tutors for Adult Learners - GED Instructors assist residents to complete their GED in preparation for job readiness or college. Tutors for Adult Learners team with CommonBond staff and adults to assist with adult education, academic skills, and support.

Citizenship Instructors - Citizenship Instructors assist residents to prepare for their citizenship exam. Volunteers can take real pride in knowing they assisted someone to become a citizen.

Teen Scene - Teen Scene volunteers will assist with teen programs. Help teens to learn job readiness, social skills and how to live productive lives. Our programs boost confidence, engage teens with their communities and families, and offer a fun alternative to hanging out.

Computer Instructors and Lab Assistants - Computer Instructors teach basic computer skills to residents. If you know Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, or other products and computer skills, this is the opportunity for you! Computer Lab Assistants provide technical support to youth and adult residents using Advantage Center computers during open computer lab hours.

Additional Information

Day

Evening

Weekend

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Please provide us with three references (two should not be relatives) whom we may contact.

Reference 1

Reference 2

Reference 3

Background Check

No

Yes

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Under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 299C

  • Murder
  • Felony Level Assault
  • Kidnapping
  • Criminal Sexual Conduct
  • Manslaughter
  • Arson
  • Any Assault
  • Crime Against a Minor
  • Prostitution-Related Crime

Any of the following Child Abuse Crimes committed against Minor victim, constituting a violation of Minnesota Statutes Sections:

  • 609.185,(5) Murder in the 1st Degree 609.352
  • Solicitation of Children to Engage in Sexual Conduct
  • 609.221 Assault in the 1st Degree
  • 609.222 Assault in the 2nd Degree
  • 609.223 Assault in the 3rd Degree
  • 609.224 Assault in the 5th Degree
  • 609.377 Malicious Punishment of a Child
  • 609.378 Neglect or Endangerment of a Child
  • 609.2242 Domestic Assault
  • 609.322 Solicitation, Inducement and Promotion of Prostitution
  • 609.324 Other prohibited acts of Prostitution
  • 152.021, subd.1,(4) Controlled Substance Crime in 1st Degree
  • 152.022, subd.1,(5) or (6) Controlled Substance Crime in 2nd Degree
  • 152.023, subd. 1,(3) or (4) Controlled Substance Crime in 3rd Degree
  • 152.023, subd. 2, (4) or (6) Controlled Substance Crime in 3rd Degree
  • 152.024, subd. 1, (2), (3) or (4) Controlled Substance Crime in 4th Degree
  • 609.342 Criminal Sexual Conduct in the 1st Degree
  • 609.343 Criminal Sexual Conduct in the 2nd Degree
  • 609.344 Criminal Sexual Conduct in the 3rd Degree
  • 609.345 Criminal Sexual Conduct in the 4th Degree

As the subject of a Child Protection background check, your rights include:

  • to be informed that CommonBond Communities will request this check for becoming or continuing as a volunteer, and to determine whether you have been convicted of any of the above specified crimes, and -to be informed of the BCA’s response and obtain a copy of the report from CommonBond Communities
  • to obtain from the BCA any record that forms the basis for the report, and
  • to challenge the accuracy and completeness of any information contained in the report, and
  • to be informed whether CommonBond Communities has denied your application because of the BCA’s response and not to be required directly or indirectly to pay the cost of the background check.

I certify that the answers given here are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize CommonBond Communities to investigate all statements contained in this application for the purpose of considering me for a volunteer position. I further acknowledge that I am offering my services strictly on a volunteer basis and no offer of paid employment is implied. Furthermore, I or CommonBond Communities can terminate the volunteer relationship at any time.

I understand that if I am under age 18, I must secure permission to act as a volunteer from my parent/legal guardian.

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