Background Check Consent & Authorization Form (Free Download)

Background Check Consent & Authorization Form (Free Download)

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Protect your kids’ ministry with a clean, ready-to-use Background Check Consent & Authorization Form. Designed for churches and VBS programs; includes an editable .DOCX you can brand quickly and a print-ready layout for paper sign-offs.

Description

Why this matters

Screening volunteers is part of wise, loving shepherding. This form helps you collect clear, written consent to run background checks for staff and volunteers serving with children, youth, or vulnerable adults.

What’s included

  • Editable Word file (.DOCX) — add your church name, contact, and policy language.

  • Print-ready layout — crisp lines and spacing for hand-written completion.

  • Sections included — Applicant Info, Church/Requester Info, Purpose, Types of Checks, FCRA Rights notice, Consent & Authorization, Signature, Office Use Only.

How to use

  1. Open the .DOCX in Word/Google Docs, add your church name & contact.

  2. Export to PDF for digital distribution or print for in-person sign-offs.

  3. Store completed forms securely; run checks through a trusted provider.

  4. Re-screen at regular intervals per your policy.

Trusted background check providers (no affiliate push)