This year many teams with hundreds of volunteers will engage in mission around the world. We are excited that you are exploring these kinds of volunteer opportunities with CBF. Short-term missions with CBF follows a partnership model working alongside CBF field personnel and mission partners. You will be joining our ongoing work which is designed to be relational, sustainable, and values mutuality. We hope this experience will bless you, your congregation and your host.
All who volunteer through CBF are required to complete background checks (ages 18+); waivers acknowledging the realities of and your responsibilities when engaging in volunteer missions service; and receive training for your endeavor. If you have any questions or comments, please direct those to engage@cbf.net or call 770-220-1600.
If you are looking for information about Disaster Response, click here.
Short-term missions resources
FORMS AND APPLICATIONS
Team Leader:
Team Leader Application (Domestic) - includes background check and release waiver
Team Leader Application (International) - includes background check and release waiver
Team Member:
Team Member Application (Domestic) - includes background check and release waiver
Team Member Application (International) - includes background check and release waiver
Release Waiver (download paper form)
Individual (not a part of a group/team):
Individual Application (Domestic) - includes background check and release waiver
Individual Application (International) - includes background check and release waiver
TRAINING MATERIALS
CBF provides many opportunities for training. From Pivot and PilgriMission to The Short-term Volunteer Manual and the Witnessing Transformational Community Bible study; you can find what you’re looking for below.
HELPFUL LINKS
Plane Tickets and Travel Logistics Support
Contact Sabine Crysler, CBF Travel Manager at travel@cbf.net or call (866)291-7809
Travel Insurance:
Your organization probably does not have Domestic or International Travel Insurance. We urge you to purchase affordable, supplemental policies for you and your group.
Criminal Background Check Only (this does not include the Release Waiver)