KINGDOM FLIGHT VOLUNTEER GUIDELINES

 Kingdom Flight Una Esperanza Ministry Center-Juarez, Mexico

1. Volunteer Applications are to be processed through the Kingdom Flight main office.

A. The Kingdom Flight board has preference that all volunteers be committed Christians, having a personal relationship with Christ. However, non-Christians are welcome if they're accompanied by a Christian participant.

B. Along with your Application include the following and mail to our CA office: A copy of a photo I.D.and emergency contact phone number for each participant, the $45 processing fee and group registration fee (if applicable). These must be received at least 30 days prior to your visit. 

C. Young volunteers (8 to 16 years old) must be accompanied by an adult team leader.

D. Volunteers must adhere to Kingdom Flight schedules, policies, rules, regulations, and conduct guidelines. 

E. Volunteers must be very careful to not flash wealth or belongings in front of workers and local citizens, most of them have very little. Volunteers are not to discuss any privileged Kingdom Flight information with the Una Esperanza staff.  Volunteers are not allowed to give gifts or money to the locals or children of Una Esperanza without the approval of the director Una Esperanza.  Volunteers are not allowed to send gifts or money to individual Una Esperanza children, local children, or Una Esperanza staff members after returning to the states without the approval of the director of Una Esperanza.  

F. Volunteers are not to discuss any Kingdom Flight business while in Mexico (public places, restaurants etc.) with those not associated with Kingdom Flight where words overheard can be misinterpreted.

G. Personal items must not be left lying around.  They could cause temptation and possible theft (i.e. purse, camera, watch, etc.)

2. Length of Stay. Kingdom Flight volunteer stays vary from 3 days to several weeks and must be amiable between Kingdom Flight, hosts, and volunteers.  Your participation will begin with a probation period and Kingdom Flight reserves the right to terminate the relationship with the volunteer during this probation period or at any time thereafter.  If terminated, the volunteer agrees not to attempt any further contact or communication with Kingdom Flight employees, Kingdom Flight volunteers, Una Esperanza children, or Una Esperanza staff members.

3. Volunteer dress code. Dresses, blouses, T-shirts, and clothing in general, must be conservative. 

4. Finances. Volunteers will be responsible for their own finances, i.e. outside accommodations, food, medical, etc.

5. Quarters. Una Esperanza children's, administrators, and workers quarters are off limits to volunteers.

6. Accommodations. You will be provided a list of Una Esperanza sleeping accommodations and prices.  You are responsible for this expense (the prices vary from US $10.00 to $70.00 per night).

7. Meals. Food will be provided only at scheduled meal times.  Any special diets and foods are not available, if needed, they are your own responsibility.  Drinking water in Mexico is unsafe and should be avoided.  Bottled water is available at Una Esperanza.

8. Immunizations and Medicines. Mexico does not require any specific immunizations.  Bring your own unexpired prescription medications in the original container.

9. Personal Policies.  Alcoholism is a huge problem in Mexico.  Therefore the use of alcohol is not permitted on Kingdom Flight missions.  Photos may be taken with permission.  There is to be no borrowing or manipulating others for finances, as you are responsible for providing for your own needs.  As a Kingdom Flight volunteer, you are expected to demonstrate acceptable and appropriate behavior at all times. 

10. Adoption. Volunteers must agree that they will not indicate to any Una Esperanza orphaned child the desire to adopt said child while in Mexico.  If you feel led to adopt, you must wait a minimum of 6 months time to consider the seriousness of your decision and then we may recommend approval and assist you with the process. 

Volunteer Information

Download The Volunteer Application

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