Background Checks for Volunteers at $5 — No Catch
Most nonprofits overpay for volunteer screening. VolunteerBadge charges just $5 per national criminal background check — no monthly fee, no setup cost, no contract. You pay only when you run a check, so your budget goes toward your mission, not overhead.
Everything your organization needs — in one place
VolunteerBadge handles the entire screening workflow so your team can focus on your mission, not paperwork.
Competitors Charge 3–7x More for the Same Search
NCSI starts at $16 per check and requires a one-time setup fee. National Crime Search runs $13.95–$27.95 plus county add-ons. VolunteerBadge delivers a national criminal check — covering sex offender registries, FBI Most Wanted, and OFAC sanctions — for $5 flat. No tiers, no upsells.
Pay Only for What You Use — Nothing Sitting Idle
Many screening platforms lock you into monthly subscriptions whether you run checks or not. VolunteerBadge has no monthly fee and no minimum volume. A small church running three checks a year pays $14.85 total. That is it. Your account never expires and there is no pressure to hit a quota.
FCRA Compliance and Adverse Action Are Handled for You
A low price does not mean cutting corners on compliance. VolunteerBadge includes built-in authorization forms and automated adverse action workflow, so your organization meets federal FCRA requirements without hiring a lawyer or building your own process. Protect your volunteers and your nonprofit.
Up and running in minutes
No IT setup. No training required. Your first check runs the same day you sign up.
No monthly fee. No annual contract. No setup cost. No minimum number of checks. Pay only when you run a check — and only $5 each time.
Frequently asked questions
Is $5 really the full price, or are there add-on fees?
Yes — $5 is the complete price for a national criminal background check. There is no setup fee, no monthly subscription, no per-seat charge for admins, and no mandatory county add-ons. The free address history report is also included with every application. You are billed only when a check is run.
How does VolunteerBadge compare to NCSI or National Crime Search?
NCSI charges $16–$35 per check plus a one-time setup fee. National Crime Search charges $13.95–$27.95 plus county fees. VolunteerBadge charges $5 with no setup and no extras. For an organization running 50 checks a year, that is a savings of $550–$1,500 compared to those providers — money that stays in your program budget.
Does a $5 check actually meet FCRA requirements for nonprofits?
Yes. VolunteerBadge is fully FCRA-compliant. The platform handles electronic authorization forms, maintains required disclosure language, and includes a built-in adverse action workflow (pre-adverse and final adverse action notices). You do not need to build any of this yourself. The $5 price reflects operational efficiency, not a reduction in compliance standards.
Can small nonprofits or churches use VolunteerBadge without a contract?
Absolutely. There is no contract, no minimum volume, and no commitment period. A small church, youth sports league, or all-volunteer nonprofit can create a free account and run their first check today. You add funds to your account only when you need them, and unused balances do not expire.
Start Screening Volunteers for $5 Right Now
Create your free VolunteerBadge account in minutes — no credit card required to get started, no contract to sign. Run your first background check for $5 when you are ready.
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