Please note that due to our volunteer policies and guidelines, we cannot allow anyone with a criminal conviction to volunteer at this time.

- General Policies -
• Volunteers must be 16 or older to serve alone. If a volunteer is under the age of 16, they must be accompanied by an adult that is 21 or older.
• We accept community service hours for schools and organizations.
• We cannot provide community service hours for felonies, misdemeanors, infractions (including speeding tickets), or court-ordered service for drug, alcohol, or violence cases.
• Volunteers needing community service hours for school must track their own hours.
• Conduct yourself in a way that reflects Christ and respect everyone on campus.

- Service Credit Options -
• Gift-in-kind donations: 1 hour = $10 (max 10 hours). No tax receipt.
• Meals (homemade or store-bought): 5 hours = 1 meal for 12 people. No tax receipt.

- Procedures -
• Complete a volunteer application online. Staff will review and contact you regarding your application.
• Sign in and out at the gift shop each day (the first building you see when you arrive on campus).
• Stay out of staff-only areas unless instructed by a staff member to do otherwise.
• No running, throwing, or bouncing balls indoors.
• In emergencies, follow staff guidance. Group leaders are responsible for their group.

- Social Media & Content -
• Photography is encouraged. Please tag The Mustard Seed.
• Share videos with the Volunteer Coordinator before posting.
• No private communication with Seedsters on social media.

- Working with Seedsters -
• Let staff handle behavioral issues. Report concerns to them.
• To write a Seedster, mail to:
The Mustard Seed
(include Seedster’s name)
1085 Luckney Road,
Brandon, MS 39047
• Do not influence Seedster's art. Encourage their own creativity.
• All food and gifts must be approved by staff.
• With the exception of the Special Buddy Program, always interact with Seedsters in groups of 2 or more.
• Respect Seedsters’ sensory needs (sight, sound, touch).

- Final Note -
Have fun, enjoy your time, and thank you for helping us Move Mountains!