Become a By The Hand Volunteer There is no greater way to shape the future than by investing your time in a child. At most, it only takes a few hours a week. But the investment can last a lifetime and affect generations to come. In order to become a By The Hand volunteer, there are four steps (please allow approximately 30 minutes): Read the doctrinal statement and sign, indicating you are in full agreement with what By The Hand teaches our children spiritually. Read the child abuse and harassment procedures and sign indicating you fully understand. Complete the 5-step online application form. Complete a personal interview. *Since By The Hand is a faith-based program, it is important that as a volunteer you have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ (Romans 10:9) and are a member of a church that is in full agreement with the principles of the Gospel. *Additionally, you are required to complete Kids' Evangelism Explosion (EE) training or similar training intended to train staff on how to effectively share the Gospel (within 90 days). *As matter of procedure, we conduct criminal history background checks on all personnel, as well as volunteers working at By The Hand, prior to any service.