The Process
How do I know I'm cleared?
Log in to your Ankored account — your compliance status is visible there in real time.
When do I need to complete my background check by?
At minimum, your background check must be completed 1 week prior to the program start date in order to be cleared in time.
I volunteered last season — do I need to do a background check again?
Possibly — background checks must be renewed on a per-annual basis. Checks are valid for 12 months from the date of a favorable completion; Ankored wi...
How long does the background check take?
Most checks are completed within 1-2 business days, if not sooner. You can monitor your status in your Ankored account at any time.
What will happen if I am chosen for a volunteer role?
All steps below occur after you have registered for and been selected as a volunteer to a team: Receive your activation email from Ankored. Activate y...