Volunteer Confidentiality, Release and Waiver of Liability Agreement

This VOLUNTEER CONFIDENTIALITY, RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT (this "Agreement") is executed as of [DATE] by [VOLUNTEER NAME] ("I" or "me") in favor of Triple V, a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of California, and its members, directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents (collectively, the "Organization").

I desire to volunteer for the Organization and engage in activities related to being its volunteer (the "Activities"). I understand that the Activities may include, but are not limited to, [DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES]. I also understand that as a volunteer I will receive no compensation or remuneration for my services and will not be eligible for any employee benefits. I acknowledge that I am not an employee.

In exchange for being allowed to participate in the Activities as a volunteer and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which I acknowledge, I hereby freely, voluntarily, and without duress execute this Agreement and agree to the following terms:

1. Compliance with Policies. I acknowledge and agree that I have received and read the Organization's [Volunteer Code of Conduct/[POLICY NAME]]. I agree to comply with the [Volunteer Code of Conduct/[POLICY NAME]] and all other applicable policies and procedures, training, and safety rules of the Organization, and will follow the Organization's instructions in carrying out the Activities.

     If you are volunteering in a mentor capacity, please also review Addendum A

2. Confidential Information.

(a)Organization Information. I agree at all times during the Activities and thereafter, to hold in strictest confidence, and not to use, access, or reproduce, except for the benefit of the Organization to the extent necessary to perform the Activities, or to disclose to any person, firm, corporation or other entity without written authorization of the CEO, COO or the Head of Operations, any Confidential Information of the Organization which I obtain or create. I further agree not to make copies of such Confidential Information except as authorized by the Organization. I understand that “Confidential Information” means any proprietary or sensitive information of the Organization, including nonpublic data, lists, trade secrets, technical information, products, inventions, and communications, regardless of medium and regardless of whether it is marked as confidential. This includes, but is not limited to, client personal details (such as names, addresses, and phone numbers), client stories, circumstances, and needs, internal communications about client cases, donation records and donor information, staff and volunteer contact information, program strategy documents, meeting notes, grant applications, funding sources, financial information, budgets, database access credentials, and internal policies and procedures. Confidential Information also covers any aspect of the Organization’s activities that is not known to the public or third parties without confidentiality obligations. However, it excludes information that has become publicly known through no wrongful act by me or others bound by confidentiality.

(b)Third Party Information. I recognize that the Organization has received and in the future will receive confidential or proprietary information from third parties subject to a duty on the Organization’s part to maintain the confidentiality of such information and to use it only for certain limited purposes. I agree to hold all such confidential or proprietary information in the strictest confidence and not to disclose it to any person, firm or corporation or to use it except as necessary in carrying out the Activities for the Organization consistent with the Organization’s agreement with such third party.

3. Assumption of Risk. I am aware and understand that the Activities may be inherently dangerous and may expose me to a variety of foreseen and unforeseen hazards and risks. I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the Activities and have considered those risks. I hereby expressly and specifically assume such risks, including any and all risk of injury, harm, or loss that I may incur as a result of my participation in the Activities.

4. Medical Treatment. I hereby give consent and authority to the Organization to obtain medical treatment on my behalf if I am injured or require medical attention during my participation in the Activities. I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for all costs related to such medical treatment, medical transportation, and/or evacuation. I hereby release, forever discharge, and hold harmless the Organization from any claim whatsoever in connection with such treatment or other medical services.

5. Release and Waiver. I hereby fully and forever release and discharge the Organization from, and expressly waive, any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, that may arise from my participation in the Activities. I agree not to make or bring any such claim or demand against the Organization, and fully and forever release and discharge the Organization from liability under such claims or demands.

I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS AGREEMENT DISCHARGES THE ORGANIZATION FROM ANY LIABILITY OR CLAIM THAT I MAY HAVE AGAINST THE ORGANIZATION WITH RESPECT TO ANY BODILY INJURY, PERSONAL INJURY, ILLNESS, DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR PROPERTY LOSS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE ACTIVITIES, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE ORGANIZATION OR OTHERWISE.

6. Insurance. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE ORGANIZATION DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR OR OBLIGATION TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE OR OTHER ASSISTANCE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO MEDICAL, HEALTH, OR DISABILITY INSURANCE OF ANY NATURE IN THE EVENT OF MY INJURY, ILLNESS, OR DEATH, OR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF MY PROPERTY.

I also understand that the Organization does not provide workers' compensation insurance for volunteers. I expressly waive any claim for compensation or liability on the part of the Organization in the event of any injury or medical expense.

7. Indemnification. I hereby agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Organization from any and all liability, losses, damages, judgments, or expenses, including attorneys' fees, that it may incur or sustain as a result of my negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct in connection with my participation in the Activities, arising out of any third-party claim.

8. Photographic Release. I understand and agree that during the Activities, I may be photographed and/or videotaped by the Organization for internal and/or promotional use. I hereby grant and convey to the Organization all right, title, and interest, including but not limited to, any royalties, proceeds, or other benefits, in any and all such photographs or recordings, and consent to the Organization's use of my name, image, likeness, and voice in perpetuity, in any medium or format, for any publicity without further compensation or permission.

9. Miscellaneous. I hereby agree that this Agreement represents the full understanding between the Organization and me and supersedes all other prior agreements, understandings, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, between us, with respect to the subject matter hereof. If any term or provision of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, that term or provision shall be deemed modified so as to be valid and enforceable to the full extent permitted. The invalidity of any such term or provision shall not otherwise affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining terms and provisions. This Agreement is binding on and inures to the benefit of the Organization and me and our respective heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, successors, and permitted assigns. Section headings are for convenience of reference only and shall not define, modify, expand, or limit any of the terms of this Agreement. I acknowledge and agree that violation of this Agreement by me may cause the Organization irreparable harm, and therefore agree that the Organization will be entitled to seek extraordinary relief in court, including but not limited to temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions and permanent injunctions without the necessity of posting a bond or other security and in addition to and without prejudice to any other rights or remedies that the Organization may have for a breach of this Agreement.

10. Governing Law. I hereby agree that this Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted, and that this Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without reference to any choice of law doctrine.

ADDENDUM A: Safety Reporting and Program Integrity.

I understand that, in the course of participating in the Activities, I may become aware of concerns involving mentee safety, inappropriate conduct, harassment, abuse, neglect, threats of harm, violations of Organization policies, or other circumstances that may require intervention. I agree to promptly report any such concerns to the Organization. I understand that, while the Organization respects participant privacy, confidentiality may be limited when disclosure is necessary to protect the safety or well-being of participants, comply with legal obligations, or support an appropriate investigation. I further understand and agree that the Organization reserves the right to investigate reported concerns and may suspend, restrict, or remove any participant, mentor, volunteer, or other individual from participation in the Activities when the Organization determines such action is appropriate.

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BY SIGNING, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT AND THAT I AM VOLUNTARILY GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE THE ORGANIZATION.