I, hereby acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions as a volunteer for House of Omeed ("the Charity"). As a volunteer, I understand and accept the potential risks and responsibilities associated with working at the food bank, participating in outreach activities, and engaging in other ministry activities organized by the Charity. In consideration of being able to volunteer, I willingly agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless the Charity, its employees, directors, officers, and agents from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action (collectively referred to as "Claims") arising out of or resulting from my involvement as a volunteer.

1. Assumption of Risk: I understand that volunteering for the Charity involves certain risks, including but not limited to physical injuries, property damage, and the risk of exposure to illnesses or diseases. I acknowledge that these risks may arise from the negligence or misconduct of others, including the Charity and its representatives, or from conditions or activities beyond the Charity's control. I voluntarily assume all such risks associated with my participation as a volunteer.

2. Waiver and Release: I hereby waive, release, and forever discharge the Charity and its employees, directors, officers, and agents from any and all Claims, including those resulting from personal injury, property damage, any other harm or loss, whether known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable, arising out of or related to my volunteer activities with the Charity.

3. Indemnification: I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Charity, its employees, directors, officers, and agents from any Claims, including but not limited to costs and attorney's fees incurred in defending any such Claims, brought by any third party arising from my volunteering activities.

4. Criminal History: I hereby confirm that I have never been convicted of a crime, excluding minor traffic violations. I understand that the Charity reserves the right to perform a background check, and if any criminal history is disclosed, the Charity reserves the right to deny or terminate my volunteer application or involvement at its sole discretion.

5. Voluntary Participation: I acknowledge that my participation as a volunteer is voluntary and that I am under no obligation to perform any tasks or participate in any activity that I do not wish to. I also understand that the Charity may modify, suspend, or terminate my volunteer involvement at any time, for any reason, at its sole discretion.

6. Medical Treatment and Insurance: In the event of an injury or illness that occurs during my volunteer activities, I consent to receive medical treatment deemed necessary by authorized medical personnel. I understand that the Charity does not provide health or medical insurance coverage and that any costs associated with medical treatment will be my sole responsibility.

This Waiver and Release of Liability shall be binding upon me and my heirs, representatives, successors, and assigns. I have carefully read and fully understand the terms and conditions stated herein.

7. Use of Pictures and Video: I acknowledge and consent that House of Omeed may capture pictures or videos of me during my volunteer activities. I grant House of Omeed the right and permission to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, and/or display these pictures or videos for promotional, educational, or other related purposes, including but not limited to their website, social media platforms, newsletters, and fundraising campaigns. I understand that I will not receive any compensation for the use of my likeness in these pictures or videos.

By signing below, I affirm that I have carefully read this Volunteer Waiver and Release of Liability form, fully understand its contents, and voluntarily agree to its terms and conditions. I acknowledge that I am legally competent to enter into this agreement.