Become A Volunteer

Before you register...

NeighborLink helps people live out their faith through practical acts of neighboring. We make neighbor-sized projects easy to discover, reduce common barriers to service, and provide ongoing support and guidance along the way -- at no cost. Our goal is simple: help people serve well, build meaningful relationships, and experience transformation in the process. Together, we join the ongoing work of Jesus, translating everyday compassion into lasting community.

NeighborLink is powered by volunteers who freely choose projects that match their time, skills, and resources. For many, what begins as a single act of service grows into an ongoing lifestyle of neighboring.

Before registering, please take a moment to learn how NeighborLink works and what makes us different from other organizations. Have any questions or concerns? Please contact our team. We're happy to help!

What to expect:

IMPORTANT! NeighborLink's mission and approach are unique. Volunteers often enter vulnerable spaces and interact directly with neighbors who have invited them into their homes. Because we value the dignity and safety of every person we serve, all volunteers are required to complete a background check before using our platform.

After registering, you'll be asked to submit a background check application as the final step. The cost is $25, but NeighborLink will gladly cover the fee if it presents a financial hardship. We can also accept recent background checks from employers, churches, nonprofits, or other organizations. Most background checks are completed within a few days, though they may take longer if you've lived in multiple states or counties.

Once your background check has cleared, volunteer registrations are typically reviewed within 2–3 business days. You'll receive an email when your registration has been approved or denied.

(NOTE: Because NeighborLink is designed to create direct, voluntary connections between neighbors, it is generally not a good fit for court-ordered community service, required service hours, sweat equity programs, or similar arrangements. If that's what you're looking for, we'd be happy to connect you with another organization that may be a better fit!)

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Personal Information

First Name *

Please enter your first name.

Last Name *

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Birth Date *

Please enter your date of birth (mm/dd/yyyy).

(example: 01/01/1900)

Email Address *

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Phone Number *

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Address *

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City *

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State *

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Zip *

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NeighborLink Area Steward *

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Tell Us About You

How did you hear about NeighborLink?

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Associated Organization

Please provide the organization you're associated with.

If you belong to another organization (church, business, etc.) that you would like to be associated with when serving as a NeighborLink volunteer, let us know here! This information is helpful when coordinating larger group projects.

How are you planning to serve?

Tell us about why you want to volunteer.

This helps us understand your motivations, why you would like to serve, and how we can better serve you.

Anything else you can tell us about you?

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Reference

Please provide the name and email address of someone that knows you and that you trust as a reference. If needed, we may send them an email.

Name *

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Email *

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Consent to Background & Criminal Check

By registering as a NeighborLink Volunteer, you consent to a personal background and criminal check. Based on the results, NeighborLink, in its sole discretion, can refuse to allow you to be a Volunteer.

IMPORTANT THE NEXT STEP is a background & criminal check.

NeighborLink's mission and approach are unique. Volunteers often enter vulnerable spaces and interact directly with neighbors who have invited them into their homes. Because we value the dignity and safety of every person we serve, all volunteers are required to complete a background check before using our platform.

Please select from one of the following options.

I'm willing to cover the fee for this service ($12.95).

I still want to love my neighbors but can’t cover the fee at this time. (NO PROBLEM! We’ll cover it for you.)

I have a recent, existing background check from an employer or another organization. (NOTE: Please email a copy of your results to [email protected]! Alternatively, if you can provide a point of contact, we'd be happy to reach out to them directly.)

Volunteer at Your Own Risk

NeighborLink is a volunteer at your own risk organization.

You acknowledge and agree that in connection with your participation in any service project/learning opportunity posted through the NeighborLink website that there is risk inherent in your participation and that you waive any and all liability (whether direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or otherwise) due to injury or death to you, or damage to your property which occurs as a result of or arises directly/indirectly out of a project/learning opportunity posted on the NeighborLink website. This includes, but is in no way limited to, loss or injury caused in whole or in part by our negligence or by circumstances beyond our control.

License, Waiver & Release of Liability Form

Please review our: Terms of Use / Liability Waiver and Privacy Policy

I agree to the terms of use, liability waiver, and privacy policy.*

Please review our policies and indicate agreement.

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