ALL volunteers age 18 and
over who deal with children and youth are required to have clearances.
- If a volunteer has been a Pennsylvania resident for at least 10 years, he or she must have both the
State Police criminal background check (Act 34) and the Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Childline, Act 33). No fee is charged for volunteers to receive these two clearances.
- If a volunteer has NOT been a PA resident for at least 10
years, they will also be required to obtain an FBI clearance. There is a cost for the FBI clearance.
For complete up-to-date information on the laws, how to get clearances and
other related information visit Pennsylvania's new Keep Kids Safe website at keepkidssafe.pa.gov
More information regarding Safe Sanctuaries training and practice https://www.wpaumc.org/safesanctuaries