In consideration of this opportunity to volunteer, I agree to the following terms and conditions, intending to be legally bound by them:

  1. I will abide by the mission, rules, regulations, policies and programs of Renee’s Rescues, Inc. while I am a volunteer.
  2. If I stop being a volunteer for Renee’s Rescues, Inc. for any reason or upon RR’s request at any time, I will promptly return all of Renee’s Rescues, Inc.’s supplies, equipment, records, money, and other items in the condition received, with the exception of wear and tear caused by the animals.
  3. I assume the risks of being bitten, scratched, injured, or frightened by cats, kittens, dogs and puppies in connection with my volunteer work for Renee’s Rescues, Inc. Renee’s Rescues, Inc. is not liable to me for any injuries, damages, liabilities, losses, judgments, costs or expenses whatsoever, which I might suffer or sustain in connection with the performance of my volunteer activities for Renee’s Rescues, Inc.
  4. I agree that, if I become a foster home for Renee’s Rescues, Inc., including short-term fostering for any length of time, that I will use the crate provided (or my own crate, if such an arrangement has been made) to safely contain the dog within my home when I am away from home for work or any other reason.
  5. I agree that, if I become a foster home for Renee’s Rescues, Inc., that I will keep any dog I am fostering on leash, or inside my home, or in my safely gated/locked yard at all times, that I will keep his/her collar on them at all times.
  6. I understand and agree that Renee’s Rescues, Inc. may refuse volunteer applications for any reason.
  7. If I will be sheltering or providing foster care or boarding any of Renee’s Rescues, Inc.’s animals in my home or business, I consent to Renee’s Rescues, Inc. visiting my home or business from time to time to observe the animals and their living quarters.
  8. I agree to allow the removal from my home of any dog I am fostering at any time at the discretion of Renee’s Rescues, Inc. and understand that foster dogs may be moved to another foster situation if deemed necessary at any time.
  9. I agree to under no circumstances transfer a fostered animal without expressed consent from Renee Albert, Lisa Walters, or the Foster Coordinator of Renee’s Rescues, Inc.
  10. I have accurately and truthfully completed this Volunteer Application and Agreement.

Any modification to this Agreement must be in writing signed by both parties. This Agreement is binding upon Renee’s Rescues, Inc., myself and my respective heirs, successors, assigns, executors, and personal representatives. By clicking the submit button below, I certify that I have read and understand the statements above and I agree to all of the terms herein.

  • Renee’s Rescues, Inc.
    Volunteer Waiver, Agreement & Release.

    Release of liability
    I recognize that working with animals places me at physical risk, and I agree to assume that risk. I realize that although Renee’s Rescues has taken all reasonable measures to protect me, accidents and injuries may still occur. Therefore, I hereby completely release and entirely discharge Renee’s Rescues from any and all claims and causes of action of negligence or gross negligence that I or another might have or bring relating to or arising from any injury or damage that I should sustain while assisting Renee’s Rescues or in connection with my volunteer work for Renee’s Rescues.

    Understanding and acceptance of volunteer guidelines
    I have read, understand and agree to the volunteer guidelines set forth by Renee’s Rescues. I fully understand and agree that I am providing my services in a volunteer capacity without any expressed or implied promise of compensation. I agree to perform my volunteer duties to the best of my ability. I further understand that my volunteer involvement may be terminated at any time.

    Non-Disparagement/Defamation
    By signing below, I agree to not disparage or defame Renee’s Rescues in any respect or to make any derogatory comments, whether written or oral, regarding Renee’s Rescues, or its current or former officers, directors, attorneys, agents, contracting parties, business or operations.

    Confidentiality
    I understand that any information that I gain access to through my volunteer time is sensitive. I agree to not disclose said information to individuals outside of Renee’s Rescues. This includes personal/contact information of any foster or adoption applicant or any member of the public who requests assistance for the care of their pets due to financial constraints.

    Photo Release
    During my volunteer time with Renee’s Rescues, I understand my photo may be taken at various events and projects. By signing below I also hereby grant Renee’s Rescues permission to use my likeness in photograph(s) and/or video(s) in any and all of its publications or on the World Wide Web, whether now known or hereafter existing. I will make no monetary or other claim against Renee’s Rescues, Inc. for the use of the photograph(s) and/or video(s).