Volunteer Application Form Template
A free volunteer application form for nonprofits, schools and events. Volunteers share roles, availability and an emergency contact so you can place them fast.
Customize the pages and design to fit your needs.
About this template
Recruit volunteers with one online form. Collect contact details, the roles they want, their availability, skills, a reference and an emergency contact, so you can place each volunteer quickly.
Common uses
- Nonprofits and charities
- Schools and youth programs
- Events, races and festivals
Key features
- Roles and availability
- Skills and reference
- Emergency contact
What this template asks
What's your full name?
Short Text
What's your email address?
Email
What's your phone number?
Phone
Are you 18 or older?
Yes / No
Which roles interest you?
Multiple Choice · Events, Fundraising, Mentoring or tutoring, Office and admin, Outreach, Wherever I'm needed
When are you available?
Multiple Choice · Weekday mornings, Weekday afternoons, Weekday evenings, Weekends
What skills or experience would you bring?
Long Text · Optional
Why would you like to volunteer with us?
Long Text · Optional
Who can we contact as a reference?
Short Text · Optional
Who should we contact in an emergency?
Short Text
How to use this template
Copy it
Select Use template and a copy opens in your workspace as an unpublished draft.
Make it yours
Edit any question or answer, choose a theme, and add your logo.
Share it
Publish, then send the link, show a QR code, or embed the form on your site. Responses arrive in Submissions.
Frequently asked questions
What should a volunteer application include?
Contact details, age, roles of interest, availability, skills, why they want to help, a reference and an emergency contact.
Can volunteers choose more than one role?
Yes. Roles and availability are checkboxes, so you can match each volunteer to every shift that suits them.
Where can I share the volunteer form?
Post the link on your website and social media, or print the QR code on flyers at events and drives.