We are so glad you're considering being a part of the Upside Down program within the Graffiti Network as you seek to transform your own life and community. Please thoroughly read through the steps below before beginning the application so you understand all that is required to complete your registration, and to make sure you have the appropriate expectations regarding the entire process.

All applicants must fundraise for their position. Please review the guidelines we have prepared to help you budget your time in New York City and financially prepare you as you begin to visualize your fundraising goals.

All applicants must submit a fully completed application including a photo of the applicant, background consent form, and references. Photos are uploaded at the bottom of the online application under the "Required Documents" section.

All applications must include 3 referrals for the applicant, one of which must be a minister. You can share this online link with the people you are asking to participate with you.

All applicants must complete a background check. You can either fill out the secure online form or download and submit by mail to: Graffiti 2 Community Ministries, PO Box 541559, Bronx, NY 10454.

If your application is approved, you will be required to schedule a face-to-face interview. Though we prefer for applicants to come in person, we understand this may not be possible and also allow Facetime or Skype sessions. During the interview you will be asked questions about your faith and beliefs. We will also share with you our Code of Conduct.

The Graffiti Network will handle your information with the utmost care and privacy. We want you to be as authentic as possible when filling out our applications; answering truthfully no matter how difficult the question may be. We encourage you to be broken, authentic, sincere; using your story to share the gospel. If you have any questions or concerns before beginning your application, please email [email protected].


General Registrant Information




Serving Information



Basic Health Information



Church Membership Information



Ministry And Mission Involvement



Education



Employment Experiences




Your Story


For the questions below, specify your projected long-range plans (beyond one year) using the scale indicated.


Lifestyle


These questions below are highly personal in nature. The staff in the Graffiti Network evaluating your application will handle the information sensitively and confidentially. Because of high visibility of our personal lives in a ministry of this nature, we need to be above reproach and an example of one representing Christ to others. We take seriously our responsibility to maintain a safe ministry environment for our staff, volunteers, and church. The personal questions below must be answered in a truthful and forthright manner for the integrity of our ministries and your life.


Additional Information



Required Documents


Upload a photo of yourself here. There is a 1 MB size limit for these files.

If your photo exceeds the 1 MB limit you can use this online tool to resize it.


Our Statement of Faith


The statement of faith is a demonstration of commitment to the religious purposes for which the Graffiti Network exists. While our staff members (paid employees and non-paid volunteers) do not have to be Christians, they must carry out their role and functions from the basis of Christian principles and beliefs. Everyone participating with Graffiti must agree to respect our statement of faith upon being accepted into the Upside Down program.

Our Statement Of Faith


Awesome! You're Done!

Whew! Great job finishing your application! You will receive a confirmation email and our staff will be in touch with you within one week. Upon review and acceptance of your application we will schedule your face-to-face interview.

If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to email [email protected]



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