Single Volunteers of the Twin Cities - SVTC frequently asked questions

Membership

Does it cost anything to participate in SVTC?
No - participation in SVTC is completely free. There are no signup fees and no membership dues.

What is expected of members?
We expect our member to adhere to our Member Code of Conduct and
to understand and comply with our No Show Policy
(Click on "No Show Policy" in the menu above to see both.)

How do I become a member of SVTC?
Before you participate in an SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a member by signing the Volunteer Agreement and completing the SVTC Volunteer Sign-up Form.

When are New Member Meetings and what happens at them?
New Member Meetings are scheduled periodically to introduce new and potential members to SVTC. New Member Meetings include a general overview of SVTC and a chance to meet and talk with current members. Check the Events Calendar to see when the next New Member meeting is being held. Note: New member meetings are not mandatory. You may start volunteering right away without attending a new member meeting.

How do I cancel my SVTC membership?
If you wish to be removed from the SVTC mailing list, please see the section below, regarding the SVTC newsletter.

Events and Activities

How do I sign up for an event?
After you become a member of SVTC, you can sign up for events by viewing the Event calendar and following the instructions for each event.

When can I sign up for an event?
Volunteer events are open for sign up approximately 3 weeks in advance of the date in which the event is to take place. When an event is available for sign up, the leader's email address will be posted for that event.

What if I have to cancel after I sign up for an event?
If you sign up to participate in a project, we COUNT ON YOU to be at that project. The non-profit organizations rely on us to deliver the number of volunteers we promise in order to make their project a success. So, if you cannot attend a project, you must notify the project leader at least 72 hours in advance so a replacement can be found. Any member who has 2 "no shows" or 2 "late cancellations" will be suspended from SVTC. See the SVTC No-Show Policy for more details.

What happens if I do not attend the project I signed up for?
The continued success of SVTC depends on the support of its members. If a member chooses not to show up for a project, not only is the overall success of the project affected, but also the perception of how effective SVTC can be in its obligations to the community and its members. For these reasons, SVTC's policy for no shows is that a member who fails to attend two volunteer projects for which he/she is obligated, without prior notification to cancel, will have his/her membership suspended. You must notify your project team leader of your cancellation 72 hours in advance, so that a replacement can be found.

I noticed that some events involve serving alcohol. Can I drink while volunteering?
NO, drinking alcohol is STRICTLY PROHIBITED while working as a SVTC volunteer.

Are children allowed at volunteer projects or socials?
Children attending SVTC volunteer projects raises concerns with respect to the project's sponsoring organization, SVTC members and children's safety. SVTC's policy is that children are NOT permitted to attend any SVTC volunteer projects.

How do I become an event leader?
Leading is fun and rewarding! After you have participated in a few volunteer events, you may wish to get more involved by leading an event. If the event on on the calendar says "Leader Needed", there will be an email link (near the end of the event description) that you can use to volunteer to lead the event.

SVTC Newsletter

What is the SVTC Newsletter?
The SVTC Newsletter is an email newsletter that provides updates regarding current activities, projects, meetings and socials. You must subscribe to the SVTC Newsletter to receive the emails.

How do I subscribe to the SVTC Newsletter?
To subscribe to the SVTC Newsletter, click here and enter your email address.

How do I unsubscribe from the SVTC newsletter?
To unsubscribe, send a blank email to svmtc-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

How do I change my email address for the SVTC newsletter?
To change your email address, unsubscribe using your former email address, then re-subscribe using your new email address.

Can I access old copies of the SVTC newsletter?
Archived copies of all our newsletters are available on Yahoo Groups, under SVMTC.