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Temple volunteer or employee? When unpaid service becomes work in the US

A temple volunteer is not automatically an employee under U.S. law. Genuine unpaid religious service is generally permitted at nonprofits, but regular duties, expected compensation or replacing paid workers can change the analysis. Visa holders also face separate immigration rules. Indian temples across the United States often depend on volunteers for festivals, kitchens, religious programs, administration and community events. But when does un

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19 Sep 2026 12:16 PM

Temple volunteer or employee? When unpaid service becomes work in the US

A temple volunteer is not automatically an employee under U.S. law. Genuine unpaid religious service is generally permitted at nonprofits, but regular duties, expected compensation or replacing paid workers can change the analysis. Visa holders also face separate immigration rules. Indian temples across the United States often depend on volunteers for festivals, kitchens, religious programs, administration and community events. But when does un

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Temple volunteer or employee? When unpaid service becomes work in the US

Temple volunteer or employee? When unpaid service becomes work in the US

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