Opportunities From: City of Bloomington Volunteer Network

My Sister's Closet is looking for a Marketing/Social Media Lead.  This position will develop ads and postings to our social media channels.  Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Alignable and LinkedIn. 

Join us to help clean up Camp Rock and shut it down for the season.

Camp Rock is located on beautiful Lake Lemon.  Each Fall tons of leaves fall on the camp property and needs our attention to have camp ready for winter and in the best shape when we reopen in the spring for the youth!

This opportunity largely focuses on clearing leaves off key areas of Camp Rock.  There will be some other projects as well around the building inside and out.  

If you have special construction or landscape skills let us know when you sign up.

If you have a leaf blower we would love you to bring it!

We have rakes!

Work Gloves and Water Bottles are good to bring.

Any questions don't hesitate to ask.

This is outdoors so if we see inclement weather in the forecast that day we will send communications out in advance to keep you in the know!

See you at Camp!

Each year, it takes nearly 100 dedicated people to create the fun, family-friendly, welcoming, and accessible event that our community loves and needs. 

Most volunteer shifts are just 4 hours long. All volunteers who complete at least 4 hours receive a FREE Spencer Pride Festival t-shirt as a thank-you gift. You'll be part of something truly special; helping us build a safe, inclusive, and joyful space for everyone!

Sign up by copying and pasting this link into your browser.

https://www.eventeny.com/events/2025-spencer-pride-festival-15746/

Email jonathan@spencerpride.org with questions.

Donations to New Hope For Families will directly benefit families in our community navigating the crisis of homelessness. Our staff members work with families to make sure they have necessary essentials, food, and the support they need to move from homelessness to stable housing.

Donation deliveries are accepted most weekdays 9am–4pm. Please call our office at (812) 334-9840 in advance to arrange delivery.

Body wash

Shampoo and Conditioner (including natural hair care products)

Deodorant

Bath towels

Plastic plates, cups, and utensils

Children’s reusable plastic divided plates, no-spill cups (with lids), and utensils

Toddlers safety walking rope

Baby carriers (2)

Blankets/Comforters (queen size)

Diapers (sizes 3–8) and Pull-ups (any size)

Baby wipes (unscented)

Toilet paper

Paper towels

Disinfecting wipes

Pots and pans (with lids)

Baking dishes and trays

Trash bags (heavy duty 30-gallon or 13-gallon tall kitchen size)

Cleaning supplies (toilet, bathroom, kitchen, glass/window, dish soap, etc.)

Laundry detergent pods (“free & clear” for sensitive skin)

Tampons

Over-the-counter medicines (children and adult)

Baby care (rash cream, lotion, shampoo, body wash)

Kroger gift cards

Please call our office at (812) 334-9840 in advance to arrange delivery.

For questions or special arrangements, email thom@newhope4families.org

Please call our office at (812) 334-9840 in advance to arrange delivery.

For questions or special arrangements, email thom@newhope4families.org

Twice a year the Boys & Girls Clubs hosts a dance that is open to all families in the community to come and dance the night away!  Hundreds of families come and participate in these events and we need you to help make the night one to remember!

This year's Fall Ball will take place on Saturday, November 8th

Western Fall Ball for Y'All is the theme for this dance.

The Tear Down Crew will be responsible for breaking down the event and getting the Club reset after the event.

This will include taking down tables, chairs, decorations, food, activities and more that made this event a night to remember.

Setup will take place from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Lincoln Street Club.  Often with the right crew this can take less time.

This opportunity does not require any volunteer onboarding and is a great for those who like getting involved later hours!

Thank you!

Twice a year the Boys & Girls Clubs hosts a dance that is open to all families in the community to come and dance the night away!  Hundreds of families come and participate in these events and we need you to help make the night one to remember!

This year's Fall Ball will take place on Saturday, November 8th

Western Fall Ball for Y'All is the theme for this dance.

The Setup Crew will be responsible for getting the Club setup for the evening.

This will include setting up tables, chairs, decorations, food, activities and more that will set the stage for a night to remember.

Setup will take place from 1:00-4:00 PM at the Lincoln Street Club

This opportunity does not require any volunteer onboarding and is a great way to make a difference and still have your Saturday night free!

Thank you!

Twice a year the Boys & Girls Clubs hosts a dance that is open to all families in the community to come and dance the night away!  Hundreds of families come and participate in these events and we need you to help make the night one to remember!

This year's Fall Ball will take place on Saturday, November 8th

Western Fall Ball for Y'All is the theme for this dance.

The Event Crew will be responsible for helping to run the event activities and deliver all the joy and positive energy!

This will include assisting with crafts, creating cowboy hats, running the photo booth, making slime, leading karaoke, face painting, snacks, running games, manning the bounce house, parking and of course fun and dancing!  All the great activities that will make this a night to remember!

The event will take place from 4:30-7:30 PM at the Lincoln Street Club

This opportunity does not require any volunteer onboarding and is a great way to make a difference and see all the joy this event brings!

Thank you!

The Frank Southern Ice Arena is transformed into a Halloween haven where participants can skate around the ice rink under fun lighting effects and spooky tunes, or they can take a stroll through the haunted house that is set up within the mini-maze of locker rooms.

Duties: Looking for a unique, spooky, great time this Halloween, and a reason to dress up in costume?
• Shift #1 volunteers help set up and bring the theme of the haunted house to life.

• Shift #2 volunteers will be a character in the haunted house (skating skills not required).

• Shift #3 volunteers will help with event support and with teardown.

Training: On-site training provided. Volunteer actors for the haunted house will be given instructions prior to the day of the event.

Other: Costumes for haunted house volunteers will be provided.

Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian and must bring it with them when they arrive for their shift. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.

This is a great opportunity for volunteer groups!

We have several needs for groups of volunteers to come in and work on creative type projects with our administrative office and the youth!

Some current needs are...

The great thing about these opportunities is we can work with you to find the best days and times that work for your group!

Join a work and learn day on Saturday, October 11 at the Bloomington Community Orchard (BC0)! Learn about how the orchard functions and grows a wide variety of fruits, herbs, and more. Be a part of it all through some hands-on fieldwork. Prune, mulch, compost, water, harvest, and even taste the produce.

BCO Staff will lead a tour of the orchard and provide volunteer instructions (no prior experience necessary). Dress for dirty outdoor work and bring your own water (there is no water available on-site).

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Climate change might be spooky, but you can beat that fright by taking action during the Sustainability Spooktacular Challenge, hosted by the City of Bloomington Economic & Sustainable Development Department. The Bloomington Community Orchard Work & Learn Day is one of four hands-on community events throughout the month of October, where attendees will volunteer their time with an environmental organization and learn about sustainability. Attendees will have the chance to win a gift basket prize at this event! The fun continues online on the Zero in Bloomington platform, where participants sign up to explore climate-friendly actions; each action logged from October 1 to 31 will serve as an entry into a raffle pool for a prize.

Through this challenge, the City aims to raise awareness about how individuals’ choices impact the planet, and to uplift the goals of local organizations by attracting participation to their missions.

Learn more about the challenge on the City of Bloomington website here.

The Bloomington Community Orchard is an all-volunteer nonprofit (501c3), devoted to growing fruit trees and other perennial edible agriculture for the community to enjoy, while growing our orcharding skills through education and experience-sharing. The publicly owned orchard is maintained by volunteers, and the harvest is available to everyone.

Looking for someone with strong organizational skills to coordinate and schedule our volunteers. Experience in similar roles required.

We are looking for someone to help with our herbs, vegetables, seedlings, and landscaping. Experience with gardening preferred.

We are looking for someone to help us to leave as small a footprint on the environment as possible. Our future goals are to build a greenhouse and grow vegetables all year long. We also plan to create a system to conserve and irrigate rainwater. If you are interested in sustainability, farming, and inclusivity, please reach out!

Help paint the set and props for Alice's Adventures in Wonderland! Paint supplies will be provided.

Address of paint site will be provided upon registration.

We are looking for volunteers to help us clean and condition our bridles and saddles. No experience is necessary. 

We are looking for someone to do odd jobs--from weed eating, to helping with repairs around the farm. Skills include carpentry, using a lawn mower, good communication, and following directions.

Come and volunteer with us at ReStore! The ReStore has three different positions available each day, with each providing a slightly different ReStore experience!  Come and join us!

Cashiers:

- Assist customers in purchasing their items at the register
- Are a friendly face as shoppers enter the store, and answer questions about the merchandise, and pricing.
- Should have a willingness to learn our POS (point-of-sale) system at the register
- Can occasionally help by answering the phone and/or helping to schedule donation pick-ups
- When overstaffed or during a lull in business, help to organize and/or clean the showroom

 Donations Intake Assistants:
- This position is a more physical volunteer role. You will be assisting the warehouse staff with incoming donations and outgoing purchases.
- This position includes processing donations to move them out on the sales floor, and back when purchases are made, as well as loading and unloading from vehicles in the drop-off drive.
- Punctual, reliable, and consistent volunteers may also assist on our truck with donation pickups from local residents and businesses.

Showroom Assistants:
- Will mainly be on the showroom floor, assisting customers as they shop by answering questions about the merchandise, pricing, and the Habitat program.
- Help process housewares and other items by placing and organizing them on the floor.
- Assist in keeping merchandise and the sales floor clean and attractive to customers through sweeping, mopping, cleaning, wiping windows, etc.
- A keen eye for organization is a great addition to this position!

ReStore hours: Tuesday-Friday 11am-5pm; Saturday 10am-4pm; Closed Sunday & Monday

If you have any questions, please call our Customer Service Manager, Garrett Cox, at 812.331.2660 Ext 101 or email gcox@monroecountyhabitat.org. Thank you!

Helps with feeding horses, turn out, cleaning stalls, making sure horses are healthy and have what they need.  Applicant must have at least three years of horse experience and be able to lift 50 pounds for this position. 

Helps with horses: bathing, grooming, tacking and untacking, warm-up and cool-down. Must have at least two years of horse experience with these types of tasks.

Our event planner will help us to plan our fundraisers.  Applicant should be well-organized and have good communication skills.

We are looking for more working board members who have experience as a treasurer or secretary or have skills for either role. Skills that are helpful but not mandatory: grant writing, managing funds, taking minutes at meetings, and fundraising.

We are a brand new organization and need help with marketing.  Applicants should have experience with web design, digital marketing, content creation, and project management.

Join us for an afternoon where our young models take the runway to show off their creativity and individuality!  

Duties: October 3 volunteers assist with setup and rehearsal and October 4 volunteers assist with the show and teardown.  

Volunteer Ages: 16 yrs. and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.

My name is Gina Mitchell and I work with Autism Rocks and Rolls as President of the Corporation. As you might know, our team works hard each year to join Perry and Renee Fowler at Fowler Pumpkin Patch in Bloomington, IN, on one of their busiest weekends. We will be selling food and WE ARE NEEDING VOLUNTEERS TO HELP US AT THIS EVENT. IF YOU NEED SERVICE HOURS, CREDITS, OR JUST WANT TO JOIN THE FUND AND SUPPORT THE CAUSE, THIS IS FOR YOU! This year, ARAR will be there on September 26 and 27, 2025. Last year, we raised a lot of money to continue our mission of destigmatizing autism and showcasing what those on the autism spectrum CAN do.

Join neighborhood residents and CanopyBloomington's team to help us get trees in the ground and make real change by filling out the form below. We need your help to make it a success!

Sign-up here: https://www.canopybloomington.org/volunteer-opportunities

Join neighborhood residents and CanopyBloomington's team to help us get trees in the ground and make real change by filling out the form below. We need your help to make it a success! This planting is part of the Sustainability Spooktacular.

Sign-up here: https://www.canopybloomington.org/volunteer-opportunities

Join neighborhood residents and CanopyBloomington's team to help us get trees in the ground and make real change by filling out the form below. We need your help to make it a success!

Sign-up here: https://www.canopybloomington.org/volunteer-opportunities

We are looking for a volunteer to help Club kids find their love for music in the Music Makers program! This opportunity is approximately one hour a week for ten weeks, taking place on Monday from 5:15 to 6:00 PM starting September 8th at the Lincoln Street Club. 

We are looking for volunteers that have expertise or basic knowledge in music, including instruments like the drums and ukulele. If you do not consider yourself an expert, but still would like to volunteer, please feel free to apply! 

We are looking for a volunteer to help Club kids explore the fun and creativity of cooking through our Cooking Club! This opportunity is approximately an hour and a half per week for ten weeks, taking place on Mondays and Tuesdays from 5:15 to 6:45PM starting the week of September 8th at the Lincoln Street Club.

We're seeking volunteers with either experience or a basic knowledge of cooking. If you're not a professional chef but love to cook and want to share that joy with kids, we’d love for you to apply!

We are looking for a volunteer to help Club kids explore the exciting world of robotics through our Robotics Club! This opportunity is approximately 1.5 hours per week for ten weeks, taking place on Tuesdays from 5:15 to 6:45 PM at the Lincoln Street Club.

We're looking for volunteers with experience or basic knowledge in robotics, coding, or engineering concepts. Whether you’ve built robots before or are just enthusiastic about technology and hands-on learning, we encourage you to get involved!

We are looking for a volunteer to help out with our Photography Club and teach kids the art of photography! This opportunity is approximately 45 minutes per week for ten weeks, taking place on Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:00 PM at the Lincoln Street Club.

We welcome volunteers with photography experience or a basic understanding of it. Whether you're a professional or you enjoy photography and want to inspire young creatives, we’d love to have you join us!

We’re looking for 2–3 one-time volunteers with diverse career backgrounds to participate in a Teen Career Panel at the Lincoln Street Club. This special event gives teens (6th grade and up) a chance to explore different career paths and ask questions about your journey, challenges, and successes.

This opportunity will take place on Monday, November 10th from 4:15-5:15 PM at the Lincoln Street Club.

Whether you're in healthcare, trades, tech, education, business, the arts—or anywhere in between—your story could help guide and inspire teens as they think about their futures.

In the Lincoln Street Skateboard Program, program members in the Club learn all about skateboarding and the basics of safety, equipment, and skills needed to skateboard!

Volunteers support the staff leading the program. Volunteers can contribute knowledge and help members who need a little extra support or a helping hand.

A great volunteer will have basic skateboard or longboard experience. This is a skateboard basics program. You do not have to know any special tricks at all. Skill taught in this program are; Stance, Pushing, Stopping, Carving, Turning, Falling, Drop Down, etc. If you can ride a board on flat ground you have all the skill you need to be an expert in this program! The love of helping others learn to skate is the key to a great experience.

Many youth have an interest in skateboarding but do not have anywhere to learn with help. Often youth try it once without help, fall, then believe they are not capable. This program provides them the step by step instruction that enables them to be successful in learning and falling in love with skating! Skateboarding helps teach youth determination, focus, confidence and that falling is not failing and how to get back up and try again.

You do not need to bring anything. Since this takes place in our gym we only use our gym safe skateboards. We have all the helmets, pads, skateboards, and skate tools the members will use in the program.

You can sign up to come weekly for the program or can choose to come as a guest for a single session first to see what it is all about prior to committing to the full semester. If you come more than once you will go through out volunteer onboarding that includes and application, background check, reference check and online 45 minute safety training.

Week 1 - September 11

Week 2 - September 18

Week 3 - October 2

Week 4 - October 9

Week 5 - October 23

Week 6 - October 30

Week 7 - November 6

Week 8 - November 13

We are actively recruiting volunteers for the School Year across multiple Club locations!

This is one of our largest needs and the greatest impact on the youth!

You can make a difference for a child in our community by becoming a Club tutor! Help a child learn and close gaps in Math or Language Arts during the after school hours at our Bloomington, Ellettsville, or Spencer locations. Training and task support provided, background check and an interview required. This is a semester long volunteer opportunity. Training is ongoing, tutoring runs through early December.  Every new volunteer starts off with a quick 15 minute phone call where I can explain the program to you, ask a few questions, and give you the opportunity to ask yours before you commit to the tutoring program. Please include your phone number in your response.

Applicants should be able to:
Plan tutoring sessions that are engaging to students
Use visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning methods
Tutor in math and/or reading across multiple grade levels
Keep detailed records, monitor student progress, and provide feedback
Write semester progress reports
Manage children K-12 in focused activities in a small group setting
Communicate with other students, parents, other tutors, and staff effectively
Complete training modules successfully

Even if you do not have experience tutoring, that is OK!  We have a great team that can train you and support you through your volunteer service!

We need tutors in Bloomington, Ellettsville, and Spencer!

For questions or additional information contact kbateman@bgcbloomington.org

The First Step to be Onboarded with the Club is the Volunteer Application

We need to know who you are and get you added to our MyClubHub system!

Complete the Volunteer Application through MyClubHub here.  

Circle Mentoring is a unique style of Mentoring is especially appropriate for developing adolescents. A group of mentors provide a broad example of healthy human interaction that allows youth to develop inner resources based on a menu or palette of positive human behaviors. The group’s primary purpose is to create a safe space to develop the competency and character needed to explore and achieve important life goals. Circle mentoring is support. It is not treatment, advice giving, or “fixing.”

Volunteers are paired with a Lead Mentor, and will help to facilitate the circle. They will listen to the teens and affirm the gifts they see. They will give 2 hours a week to attending the circle at a school per week.

This opportunity takes place during the school day in our local High Schools.

A successful person is someone who cares about youth, wants to support youth through listening to them and affirming their abilities.

By showing up as a Circle Mentor, they are empowering youth to reach their full potential!

There are semi regular circle mentor meetings where we learn from each other about what is working/not working, and check-in. Training is required. You will not be in charge of youth or left alone with them.

This opportunity takes place during the school day in our local high schools.  Check with Monique about the specific schedule if you are interested.

If you are interested please contact Monique at mphilpot@bgcbloomington.org

Area 10 Agency on Aging’s annual Safe at Home Event, a half-day blitz to improve home safety for our older neighbors in Monroe and Owen counties, is needing volunteers for Saturday, 10/4 from 9 to noon (or less, depending on project). We have several projects that need volunteers. The types of work needed are listed below, all different projects. We have a need for non-skilled and skilled volunteers.

Non-skilled individuals are needed for cleaning gutters at a one-story home in Owen County. Skilled volunteers are needed for grab bar installation, replacing deck boards on one and removing/rebuilding deck boards on another.

We need volunteers to sign up by Sept. 24th to match with a project and determine which homes we can do based on volunteers. If you could help but would need a different day, especially the ramp build, let us know, as we could possibly coordinate that. This is a great chance to put in 2-3 hours to make a real positive impact on a senior neighbor! To accommodate skilled help, we can coordinate an alternate day for the work, just let us know!

For questions or assistance contact Chris Myers at cmyers@area10agency.org or 812-935-2503.

Click here to apply! 

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer's Association education programs to community audiences. Community Educators:

The Association is seeking volunteer candidates with:

Celebrate the rich variety of apples grown by local farmers - especially unique and heirloom types you won't find in the grocery store!

Duties: Cut and distribute samples of different locally grown apples and assist with setup and teardown.

Training: On-site training provided

Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs. and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian and must bring it with them when they arrive for their shift. Click here to complete the underage waiver.

Help us care for our shelter animals in Nashville, while they wait for their new homes.

At the Brown County Humane Society, we pride ourselves on how well we care for our animals, and our shelter. Every morning, our staff and volunteers care for our dogs and cats by cleaning their living space, supplying new blankets and toys, and giving them food, water and treats. We make sure that the environment our animals are in is as clean, comfortable, and safe as possible. Position also involves helping staff with daily tasks like dishes, laundry and general shelter cleaning. Along the way, there are plenty of cuddles, pets, and laughs. It's a great way to spend time with the animals and get to know other volunteers, and it's an essential part of our successful adoptions.

Volunteers will need their own transportation to the shelter in Nashville, which is about 25 minutes from the east side of Bloomington.

You must be able to bend, reach, kneel and lift. Training is provided.

Requires one shift per week on a regular schedule. Shifts are from 9am to 11am/Noon depending on animal population.  NEW OPTION: If you cannot commit to a set day of the week, we are now accepting volunteers to help on a sign-up basis. We ask that you commit to one day at least every other week, but it will not be a set schedule.

Applicants should fill out the BCHS volunteer application online at: http://www.bchumane.org/volunteer/volunteer-application/

Some dogs and cats need a little extra love and personal attention, and that’s where our incredible volunteers step in! Whether it’s offering a comforting presence to a shy animal by sitting quietly by their side or engaging an energetic pup in a fun-filled play session, every moment spent with them makes a difference. Our animal socialization volunteers provide one-on-one attention for those in need of a little extra time. This program ensures that these special pets get the companionship, confidence, and care they need, helping them feel safe, happy, and ready for their forever homes!

Socialization volunteers can choose to spend time with both dogs and cats, or they can choose to focus on one or the other. These volunteers will also sometimes help to prep enrichment items for the animals to enjoy at a later time. 

Volunteers sign up for days based on their availability (no weekly commitment required). A Google calendar is used for sign-ups. Volunteers perform their duties between 9am and 5pm and spend as long as they like interacting with selected pets. Age 18 or older.

This committee is responsible for helping to promote Brown County Humane Society to the community. Members play a crucial role in getting the word out via our website, social media, print and television. We are looking to grow our reach in 2025 to extend throughout the region and beyond, and we need more members to help make this happen.

This committee meets monthly with the remainder of your commitment being completed virtually. Meeting attendance is not mandatory if you are interested in helping, simply let us know and we can see what area of the committee would be the best fit. 

If you enjoy writing, keeping up on the latest social media trends or just sharing your passion for animals with the world - this is the group for you.

Order online from our Amazon wish list. Quantity can be changed in the Cart. Choose the Gift Registry Address Teachers Warehouse and items will be shipped directly to Teachers Warehouse.

Purchase school supplies locally or gather up items you already own and deliver in person to 524 N. Fairview Ave. in Bloomington. 

DONATION HOURS:  M-T-W-Th from 3:30-6:00 and Sat. from 9:30-12:30, except holiday weekends

Not Accepted:

Please do not donate items that are torn or dirty.

Help support families in need by volunteering in our new mini pantry! As a Mini Pantry Assistant, you’ll guide families, assist with item selection, and load bags into their cars. Your help will make it easier for parents to pick up their groceries and other essential resources.

We’re currently looking to fill the following shifts:

Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Flexible shift options are available—volunteers can sign up for 1–2 hour time slots. Whether you can help one day a week or more, we’d love to have you join us and make a meaningful impact! 

The spray pad is aglow for a nighttime kids' dance party!

Duties: Assist with setup, stuffing and hiding eggs for the glow-in-the-dark egg hunt, and teardown.

Training: On-site training provided.  
 
Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs. and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian and must bring it with them when they arrive for their shift. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.

It's time to glow at this after-dark scavenger hunt in Switchyard Park! 

Duties: Assist in setting up puzzles, handing out prizes, and teardown.

Training: On-site training provided.   

Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs. and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian and must bring it with them when they arrive for their shift. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.

Light up the night at this glow-in-the-dark dance party!

Duties: Assist with setup, check-in, running activities, face painting, and teardown. Before or after their shift, volunteers get to join in the fun for free!

Training: On-site training provided.  
 
Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs. and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian and must bring it with them when they arrive for their shift. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.
 
Other: Volunteers should be willing to get neon/glow paint on their clothes. 

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The City of Bloomington’s Office of the City Clerk and the Office of the Mayor are accepting applications from community members who would like to serve on one of the City’s boards or commissions.

Below is a list of boards and commissions that have available seats as of August 12th, 2025.

Bloomington Arts Commission – Provides a means for the City of Bloomington to stimulate and promote community appreciation for and participation in the arts.

·  Seat(s) available: 2 • Appointed by: Mayor (1), Common Council (1) 

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Board of Housing Quality Appeals – Hears appeals from individuals who are the subject of, or directly impacted by, a ruling or decision of the enforcing officer or any administration official, in any matter relative to the interpretation or enforcement of any of the provisions of Title 16 of the Bloomington Municipal Code. The board is authorized to make investigations relative to the appeal and may overrule the decisions of any administrative officer, including the neighborhood development division. 

·  Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Common Council 

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

CDBG Funding Citizens Advisory Committee – Reviews and recommends Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for various community development projects.

·  Seat(s) available: 6 • Appointed by: Mayor

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Commission on Hispanic and Latiné Affairs – Works to identify and research the issues that impact the Hispanic and Latino populations in Bloomington, especially in the areas of health, education, public safety, and cultural competency. 

·  Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Common Council (Advisory Seat. These seats do not have voting privileges) 

·  Eligibility Requirements: Can be either a City of Bloomington or Monroe County resident

Commission on the Status of Children and Youth – Promotes connections that empower, enhance, and nurture children and youth. The Commission will access resources and information to make recommendations to people and organizations with the authority to create and support systems that encourage the healthy development of children and youth.

·  Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Common Council 

·  Eligibility Requirements: Can be either a City of Bloomington or Monroe County resident 

Community Advisory on Public Safety Commission – Advises the Bloomington City Council on community perceptions of and preferences for public safety.

·  Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Common Council

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Environmental Commission – Advises the City of Bloomington on how its actions and policies may preserve and enhance the quality of Bloomington’s environment, including the life-supporting processes that natural ecological systems provide to humans and other organisms. 

·  Seat(s) available: 2 • Appointed by: Mayor 

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Fire Merit Commission – Establishes and/or administers policies based on merit for the appointment, promotion, demotion, and dismissal of members of the fire department. 

·  Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Mayor

·  Eligibility Requirements:

o  Each commissioner must have been a City of Bloomington resident for three (3) consecutive years immediately preceding their term

o  A commissioner must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age

o  A commissioner may not be an active member of a police or fire department or agency

o  No more than two (2) of the commissioners may be past members of a police or fire department or agency

o  A commissioner may not receive any remuneration as a salary from a police or fire department or agency

Historic Preservation Commission – Ensures the historic preservation of and design-conscious development in Bloomington's historic neighborhoods and buildings.

·  Seat(s) available: 3 • Appointed by: Mayor (1), Common Council (2, Advisory Seats) (The Common Council appointment seats on this commission do not have voting privileges.)

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident 

Transportation Commission – The Transportation Commission is a new commission that will make recommendations on relevant transportation and parking sections of the Bloomington Municipal Code, review all transportation-related projects, and propose policies that promote safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation and parking policies and decisions.  

·  Seat(s) available: 2 • Appointed by: Mayor (1), Common Council (1)

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident 

Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association (BUEA) – Works to improve the economic, physical, and social environment for BUEA Zone residents and businesses. The BUEA Zone is an area north, west, and south of Downtown whose residents and businesses are eligible for scholarships, arts and business grants, and tax incentives.

·  Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Common Council

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a Zone Resident, and of a differing political party than the other appointed zone resident

After submitting an application, candidates must be appointed to the boards or commissions by either the Bloomington Common Council or Mayor Kerry Thomson. City residency is required for most, but not all, of the boards and commissions.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to attend a meeting of their board or commission of interest before applying. 

Meeting schedules for each body can be accessed at bloomington.in.gov/public-meetings. All board and commission meetings are open to the public, allowing prospective members to gain a clear understanding of the work involved.

The City’s boards and commissions give residents the opportunity to provide input on the policies that shape their government and their city. There are currently more than 45 boards and commissions that advise the Mayor and City Council on a vast array of issues.  In addition to their advisory function, these bodies may work cooperatively with City departments to contribute to policy, approve resolutions, and fund projects, among other responsibilities.

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After applying, members must be appointed to each body by the Mayor, council, or another board or commission. 
Please note: city residency is required for membership on most of the boards and commissions. 

United Way of South Central Indiana—in cooperation with Monroe County COAD and Greene County officials—has activated a Tornado Disaster Relief Fund to support long-term recovery efforts for low- and moderate-income neighbors in Monroe and Greene counties.

As our region always does, local agencies and volunteers are coming together to meet urgent needs. Your support can make a real difference for those in the hardest-hit areas—especially where traditional assistance falls short.

 Donate now: unitedwaysci.org/disasterrelief
Funds will help families recover today and in the months to come.

For questions or assistance contact Michelle Moss at getconnected@bloomington.in.gov or call 812-349-3433.

Calling all Fixer-Uppers!

The Shalom Community Center is known for its love and support for Bloomington’s homeless community. But our building needs some love itself! If you are handy and enjoy house projects, you are the perfect volunteer to help keep our beloved shelter in good condition. 

These volunteers are a huge help to the Shalom Center, as even projects as simple as repairing a hole in the wall help keep our building safe and comfortable for our people. We are looking for someone who can communicate with our program director 1-2 times a month and keep in touch as repairs are needed.

So if you are interested in maintaining the beauty of our center, please apply using the link or the QR below!

https://beaconinc.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=69936

Come and see the direct difference you can make when you volunteer with Beacon, Inc. Together, we can all be a Beacon of light!

The paved trail through RCA Community Park comes to life with costumed characters!

Duties: Volunteers are needed to serve as trail guides, refill candy, and help with activities. 

Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian and must bring it with them when they arrive for their shift. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.

Volunteer to help members of the Sassafras Audubon Society clean bird feeders in order to keep our feathered friends disease free while raising funds for our non-profit!

Help MCCT set up Wonderland in the Constellation Playhouse!

This is the day that all set pieces and props are "loaded in" from their build or storage location into the Playhouse and the stage (and backstage) is set up for the show!

Help MCCT set up Wonderland in the Constellation Playhouse!

This is the day that all set pieces and props are "loaded in" from their build or storage location into the Playhouse and the stage (and backstage) is set up for the show!

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 827 W. 14th Court, Bloomington IN 47404; Pathways is accepting food, cleaning, and hygiene items! We will have staff members on-site Monday- Friday from 9:30 am-4:30 pm to assist in collecting donations.
When you arrive, please ring the door bell! 

CONTACT: Jacky Perez, (812) 339-3429 ext 24, jperez@btownpathways.org

We are grateful for your continued support!!

AMAZON WISH LIST LINK

OUR IN-KIND DONATION WISH LIST:

If possible, please consider donating gluten-free, vegan, or red-dye free items. We're hoping to build a better supply of these options to support families with dietary restrictions. Thank you so much for your generosity! 

BloomingOUT, WFHB’s weekly live public affairs program devoted to covering LGBTQ+ issues in Bloomington and beyond, is seeking a volunteer news reporter to research, write and produce stories relevant to the LGBTQ+ community. The reporter will contribute timely news pieces to the program, including local, state, national and international updates.

In this role, you will conduct interviews, gather information from multiple sources, and prepare stories for both on-air and web publication. Training will be provided and all levels of experience are welcome.

Responsibilities:

Research and write LGBTQ+-focused news stories for BloomingOUT.

Conduct interviews, on the phone or in person (or in Zoom), and select soundbites for air.

Package stories, which includes recording voice-over and editing together pieces.

Collaborate with the BloomingOUT team to ensure stories align with the program’s mission.

Monitor current events and emerging issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community.

Skills:
You will learn how to edit audio, record interviews, and write for radio and web publication. You will also gain experience in Wordpress, SEO and LGBTQ+-focused journalism.

BloomingOUT, WFHB’s weekly live public affairs program dedicated to covering LGBTQ+ issues in Bloomington and beyond, is seeking an enthusiastic and community-minded host to join our volunteer team. The host will be responsible for leading engaging and thought-provoking conversations on-air, introducing segments, and interviewing guests. This position requires a passion for LGBTQ+ issues, a commitment to inclusive and ethical journalism and the ability to create a welcoming space for listeners and guests alike.

Training will be provided and all levels of experience are welcome.

Responsibilities:

Host BloomingOUT live on-air, introducing topics, segments, and guests.

Conduct live and pre-recorded interviews, asking thoughtful and informed questions.

Collaborate with the BloomingOUT production team to plan each week’s program.

Engage with the local LGBTQ+ community to develop show topics and book guests.

Maintain a respectful, inclusive, and professional tone on-air.

Assist with show promotion via WFHB’s website and social media when needed.

Skills:
You will learn how to host a live radio show, conduct broadcast-quality interviews, and produce compelling on-air content. You will also gain skills in audio production, Wordpress and community engagement.

Are you ready to change a child's story?

CASA is the only volunteer organization that empowers everyday citizens as officers of the court. As a CASA you establish and maintain contact with a child. CASA advocates are community volunteers who are professionally trained to gather information about the child and his/her family, identify needs and possible services, and speak on behalf of the child in court. They also monitor court orders and case plans to help keep the case moving forward. Responsibilities include meeting with the child monthly, communicating with case managers, parents, and foster parents, writing reports, and attending court hearings.

Our waitlist is growing, and our list of available volunteers is at its lowest level in years. CASA needs caring, compassionate adult volunteers ready to be a consistent figure in a child's life and speak on their behalf in court.

Monroe County CASA advocates for over 300 children each year. Often, the number of children waiting for a CASA is over 40. 

Requirements to become a CASA Volunteer

Upcoming 2025 training class dates are:

October 9-November 3, 2025
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
*Applications due by September 25th

All trainings are in person unless otherwise noted.

To apply online please visit https://in-monroe.evintosolutions.com/VolunteerApplication. 

WHY DONATE? Goat Conspiracy is always looking for kind donors to help us out!

WHO WILL BENEFIT? Most of our time and resources go toward taking care of our animals!

DONATION DELIVERY: 6030 E Kent Road, Bloomington, IN 47401

CONTACT: Amy Osajima, amy@thegoatconspiracy.org, 812-727-4220
If you would like to make a donation, just call or email!

The Goat Conspiracy began as a small local sustainably-oriented farm and creamery. After almost a decade of working the farm, we began to understand gaps that could not be closed with respect to sustainability and animal welfare. In the winter of 2024, we began our "transfarmation" into a sanctuary/retirement home for our goats and chickens.

We would love for you to visit the Goat Conspiracy and learn more about our story, how we saw ourselves as an alternative to factory farms, but ended up realizing the impact of dairy among other forms of animal agriculture are neither sustainable nor truly in line with animal welfare. We offer farm visits/tours, yoga classes, birthday parties and hold a variety of events on the farm (follow us on Facebook or Instagram or sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of our home page).

THE BIG STUFF

GENERAL SANCTUARY NEEDS

Livestock Scratching Brush Goat Scratcher Full Massage Grooming Brush

 Manna Pro Pine Shavings for Chicken Bedding

Little Giant® Muck Cart

Little Giant® Plastic Muck Tub

True Temper R6STFFEC 6 Cu. Ft Steel Tray Wheelbarrow

You can see our current Amazon wish list here.

We can also use:

If you love to garden, you know how something as simple as a flower can make a difference in someone’s day. During this season of greenery and sun, help to plant seeds of community and hope for your homeless neighbors!

The Shalom Community Center strives to be a welcoming, friendly, and beautiful place for Bloomington’s most vulnerable people, and our community plays an important role in that! We are looking for a GROUP OF VOLUNTEERS 18 years or older who have experience gardening or landscaping to refresh our front lawn and plant flowers to brighten our space.

So, if you are interested in keeping our center vibrant and beautiful, please contact our Volunteer Coordination team!

Tory Crowe, Beacon Volunteer Coordinator - tory@beaconinc.org
Wren Wasson, Shalom Center Intern - iuintern@beaconinc.org

Come and see the direct difference you can make when you volunteer with Beacon, Inc. Together, we can all be a Beacon of light!

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Walkers, joggers, and runners of all ages are invited to kick off Glow Week with a one-mile, non-competitive, family-friendly event! Follow the paved trails in Switchyard Park and get blasted with glow powder at designated stations!

Duties: Assist with setup, spraying participants with color powder, post-run games and activities, and teardown. Be sure to wear clothes you don't mind getting colored powder on!

Training: On-site training provided.   

Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs. and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian and must bring it with them when they arrive for their shift. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.

Teachers Warehouse needs 2 - 4 regular volunteers who can commit to one or more days weekly, from 3:30 -6:00 on M-T-W-TH during the school year and from 1:00 - 4:00 on  M-T-W-TH during the summer.

An ideal volunteer

Will become proficient in receiving,  processing, inventorying, and shelving donations.  

Can learn the list of products Teachers Warehouse carries and where they are shelved.  

An ideal volunteer 

is reliable 

is adaptable

is a team player

has good communication skills

is a quick learner

can lift heavy boxes 

is a self starter

works well with others

has computer skills

The MCHA Pet Food & Supply Pantry provides support to families experiencing temporary financial difficulties while ensuring no pet goes hungry. MCHA is deeply committed to keeping pets with their families and reducing the number of animals surrendered. By doing so, we aim to foster a community where every pet is valued, cared for, and safe in their homes. This program is designed to give extra help alongside your pet’s usual food, not to be the only food they rely on for nutrition. 

In 2023, MCHA distributed more than 12.5 tons (25,000 lbs of food) of pet food to our community.

Questions? Contact Liz Austin at eaustin@monroehumane.org or 812-333-6242

OUR DONATION WISH LIST

Pet food donations can be dropped off at our Animal Care Campus, located at 791 S Fieldstone Blvd.

Amazon.com wish list: 

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/YJK78BB6YQ3K/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

Chewy.com wish list:

https://www.chewy.com/g/monroe-county-humane-association_b69049289

When ordering items from online, please ship to: Monroe County Humane Association, 791 S Fieldstone Blvd, Bloomington, IN 47403

Join our passionate team at Monroe County Humane Association and make a difference in the lives of animals and our community!

For further details regarding our volunteer opportunities, please refer to our website and apply via the application link ; https://www.monroehumane.org/volunteer/

Thank you for your interest in becoming a foster parent for the Monroe County Humane Association! Fostering is a rewarding and vital role that not only helps provide care and love to animals in need but also directly supports The E. Susan Bartlett Crisis Housing Program. This program serves as a beacon of hope for individuals and families in immediate crisis offering free or low-cost support. Whether individuals are fleeing domestic abuse, grappling with housing instability, or facing unforeseen medical emergencies, our program provides essential assistance precisely when it’s needed most. By opening your home and heart to a foster animal, you are giving them the chance at staying with their forever home.

As a foster parent, you will be responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for your foster animal, and basic care such as feeding, grooming, and socialization. You will also work closely with our Crisis Housing Center Team, which collaborates with local law enforcement agencies, domestic violence shelters, social workers, and community shelters to ensure that your foster animal receives any necessary medical attention and behavior support.

Fostering is a temporary commitment, typically ranging from a few weeks to a few months, depending on the needs of the animal. During this time, MCHA will provide you with all the support and resources you need to successfully care for your foster animal. Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of animals in our community while also contributing to a comprehensive and supportive network for those in crisis.

If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, please complete our online application, and a member of our team will be in touch with you soon to talk about next steps. Thank you for considering this rewarding opportunity! 

For further details regarding our volunteer opportunities, please refer to our website and apply via the application link ; https://www.monroehumane.org/volunteer/foster/

Join our passionate team at Monroe County Humane Association and make a difference in the lives of animals and our community!

For further details regarding our volunteer opportunities, please refer to our website and apply via the application link ; https://www.monroehumane.org/volunteer/

Volunteer Position Descriptions:

Crisis Housing (Weekend Animal Care) Shifts are normally 8:00-10 AM, 12-2 PM, and 6-8PM:

Volunteers play a vital role in providing comfort and care to our furry residents in our program. Whether you're an early riser or a night owl, we offer flexible shifts to accommodate your schedule. Choose from morning, midday, or afternoon shifts to suit your availability and lend a helping hand to our beloved animals. Shift will usually consist of feeding, walking, cleaning kennels and litter boxes, along with providing enrichment time. 

Mobile Clinic:

Volunteers assist with registration and ensuring a smooth process from start to finish. Whether it's completing registration paperwork or answering any questions you may have. You may also sign up as an animal liaison they accompany the pet to and from the vet, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the appointment. Our mobile clinic offers convenience and accessibility, ensuring that all pets receive the care they deserve.

Special Events:

Volunteers can help at fundraising events and tabling opportunities in our community. These events include Tails on the Town fundraising gala in April and Run for the Animals 5K/Barktoberfest the first Sunday in October.

Group Request:

Any requests for groups to volunteer at the Monroe County Humane Association must be submitted to mcha@monroehumane.org at least 3 weeks in advance. Volunteer groups cannot interact with animals without supervision, so group activities focus on helping in our Pet Food & Supply Pantry or an outside project, such as mulching, weeding, cleaning, etc., when this type of work is available. Groups can also support our organization by conducting a supply drive or hosting a fundraising event.

 
 Prospective volunteers are required to undergo our screening process. They must have a clean record with the Monroe County Humane Association, free from any negative incidents or previous violent, severe, or animal-related offenses. We maintain the rightto decline individuals if we deem it necessary for the well-being of the Monroe County Humane Association and its inhabitants.

Sing for Joy! rehearsals begin Wednesday,  September 3, from 3:00 - 4:00pm, at the ENDWRIGHT EAST ACTIVE LIVING CENTER in Simon College Mall, Bloomington.  Rehearsals are open to the public; all are welcome including those living with dementia or are other-abled. There is no charge or audition. 

We would also welcome help for set up of chairs and stands at 2:15pm!

For more information contact:
Debby Jenkins, Director, bloomingtonsingforjoy@gmail.com

There is always something to organize or sort at ArtRemains

Donation bags need to be emptied and categorized. Macrorganizing

After macro organizing there is micro organizing.  Sorting beads by type or color for example.

Usher for MCCT's production of Alice's Adventure in Wonderland!

Ushers are welcome to stay and see the performance for free the night that they volunteer. 

Ushers are asked to wear a white shirt and black or dark bottoms.

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. Support Group Facilitators:

Click here to apply!

Job Title: Head Start Intern 

Department: Head Start/Early Head Start at South Central Community Action Program 
Reports To: Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Coordinator 
Internship Type: 8-20 hours/week 
Location: First United Methodist Church (219 E. 4th St), Lindbergh (1500 W. 15th St), or Smith Pike (2431 N. Smith Pike) 
Duration: Fall, Spring, or Summer Semester 

Position Summary: 

The Head Start Intern will assist in the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and comprehensive services for children and families enrolled in the Head Start program. Under the supervision of experienced staff, the intern will support classroom instruction, family engagement activities, program operations, or administrative tasks based on their area of interest or study. This internship provides valuable, hands-on experience in a federally funded early childhood program that promotes school readiness and family well-being. 

Key Responsibilities (may vary by focus area): 

Classroom Support: 

Assist teachers in daily classroom routines, activities, and supervision of children

Help prepare learning materials and maintain a safe, engaging environment

Support individual and group learning through play and structured activities

Observe and document children’s behavior and developmental milestones

Encourage positive social interaction and model appropriate behavior 

Family Engagement Support: 

Administrative Support: 

Qualifications: 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Benefits: 

To apply, please complete this form. 
For questions, reach out to Alissa at aweiss@insccap.org or call 812-335-3650.

Interested in building leadership skills, learning about governance, and supporting early education? Head Start is looking for community members to join our Policy Council!

What is Head Start?

Head Start is a free, early education program for low-income households with the goal of supporting children in reaching their full potential. To achieve this, Head Start programs deliver services to children and families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being while engaging parents as partners every step of the way. The Policy Council is a key piece of our operations, and we would value more community insight and input!

What is Policy Council?

Policy Council is a group of Head Start parents and community members who help lead and make decisions about our program. Members receive, review, and approve/disapprove information regarding:

Policy Council members are ambassadors for Head Start. Your role is not only to attend meetings but also to advocate and tell the story of how our program makes a difference in the lives of children, families, and our community.

Policy Council meets once a month on the 3rd Monday of every month from 6-8pm. Dinner and childcare are provided.

If interested, please reach out to Alissa at aweiss@insccap.org.

To volunteer at Head Start you must attend a volunteer orientation and get a criminal background check. We will help you obtain these when you sign up. 
Complete the Volunteer Interest Form.

We require volunteers to commit 2 hours per week but less than 8 hours per month. The children who attend Head Start are 3-5 years of age and the school days and hours vary between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, call us at (812) 335-3650 or email our Parent, Family and Community Engagement Coordinator at aweiss@insccap.org.

Volunteering is critical to the successful operation of our Head Start programs. Below are examples of ways you can help our families and the program be successful by volunteering inside or outside of the classroom setting. 

Classroom Activities

Non-Classroom Activities 

The Bloomington Youth Basketball (BYB) League focuses on basketball fundamentals and the application of learned skills during game participation for players in grades K-6. All leagues are coed through Grade 3; girls play in a girls-only league beginning in Grade 4.

Season includes weekly practices and games on one night a week. Teams practice two nights a week for the first week of the season, then one night a week for the remainder of the season.

Practice times and days are determined by the volunteer coach. Times can vary between 5:30-7:30 p.m. based on the coach's schedule. Parent/player requests for placement on specific teams are not accepted. All requests must be submitted by volunteer coaches.

- Season runs October 13 – December 11.
- Practices begin the week of October 13. 
- Games begin the week of October 20.
- Games and practices are not held the week of November 24.

This volunteer opportunity registers you for the mandatory coaches' meeting and coach draft that will be held on OCTOBER 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center. Upon registering, you will immediately receive a confirmation email with more detailed information. Please review it carefully.

Duties: We are looking for coaches who can commit to once-weekly practices and one game per week. Time and day of games are determined by grade level. Volunteer coaches will enjoy making a difference in the lives of kids and can help develop our next big college basketball star.

Timeline: Prospective coaches sign up by SEPTEMBER 26. Selected coaches must attend a mandatory Coaches' Meeting and Coach Draft on OCTOBER 1 at 6:30 p.m. All selected coaches must complete an annual online coaching certification course from the National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA). The certification fee for each coach is $10. The online training is available at nays.org. Contact Cody Martin at 349-3774 or cody.martin@bloomington.in.gov with any questions.

Program Time: Coaches plan and lead one, one-hour practice per week and one, one-hour game per week.

Age of Volunteers: 18 yrs. and up

Other: Returning coaches and parents have first priority for placement. Volunteers should commit for the entire season. All coaches are required to undergo a background check; you can save time by downloading/completing the Background Check Authorization form prior to the Coaches Meeting. Please email completed authorization forms to Emily Buuck at parksvol@bloomington.in.gov (please click HERE to submit the Background Check Authorization Form online).

Celebrate Bloomington's newest treasure - Bryan Park is the first city park in Indiana to become a certified Arboretum!

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, tree tours, tree giveaways, activities, and teardown.

Training: On-site training provided.

Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.

Prison Affairs Reporter:

WFHB’s Kite Line program is seeking volunteers to write weekly headlines for the show. Kite Line covers issues related to incarceration, often by amplifying the voices of people directly impacted by the prison system. The program is known for its interviews with people inside prisons and for highlighting poor conditions, resistance and the broader effects of mass incarceration.

Headline reporters will write brief introductions to each week’s program, help summarize content, and craft headlines that reflect the urgency and complexity of prison justice issues. Topics may range from local developments in Bloomington or Indiana to national and international prison-related news. This position is ideal for someone with strong writing skills, an interest in abolitionist perspectives, and a critical view of the prison industrial complex.

Responsibilities:

Write concise headlines and introductory summaries for weekly Kite Line episode.

Collaborate with the Kite Line team to identify the core focus of each show

Stay informed on prison-related news and movements, both locally and globally

Assist with web content and social media promotion when needed

Skills:

You will strengthen your writing for radio and web, and gain a deeper understanding of editorial decision-making in social justice media. You may also learn skills like Wordpress, headline writing, SEO, and the principles of abolitionist journalism.

Training will be provided. All levels of experience are welcome.

Audio Engineer:
WFHB Community Radio’s news department is searching for a reliable, detail-oriented audio engineer to join our growing team. The audio engineer’s responsibilities include creating and editing recordings, setting up equipment in the studio and at events, and meeting project deadlines. You should have excellent time management and show up on schedule for pre-recorded or live interviews for the news and public affairs department.

To be successful as an audio engineer, you should have a discerning ear and be able to identify what sounds good. Training will be provided and experience of all kinds are welcome.

Responsibilities:
Editing, mixing, and manipulating recorded and live sound.
Setting up equipment safely and on time.
Testing and troubleshooting equipment regularly, and replacing any faulty components.
Fixing and enhancing sound during live broadcast.
Participating in training opportunities and constantly finding new ways to improve skills.

Requirements:
Practical experience with sound equipment.
Superb ear for sound.
Ability to work under pressure and stay calm when things go wrong.

WHY DONATE? Help us enable our clients to successfully re-enter into our community

WHO WILL BENEFIT? In the community, New Leaf – New Life operates a Transition Support Center. Many people are released from correctional centers with nothing but the clothes they were wearing when arrested. New Leaf – New Life works together with our legally impacted neighbors to develop and reach their goals and make a successful transition.

DONATION DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS: Please call ahead BEFORE delivering donations (812) 355-6842. Office: 1010 S. Walnut St., Ste H Bloomington IN 47404

CONTACT: Our office (812) 355-6842 or info@newleafnewlife.org

SEASONAL REQUESTS:

Hospice Volunteering offers a low volume flexible time commitment that makes a big impact. As a volunteer, you'll offer support and comfort to patients and families. Whether listening, providing companionship, or reading, your presence brings peace and joy. No experience needed- just an open heart. Be a beacon of hope today. The opportunities are endless.

Volunteer to usher and see the show for free!

This show will take place at the Waldron Auditorium, located at 122 S Walnut Street.

This commitment requires you to be timely, well-dressed, and courteous to our patrons. Ushers are required to arrive one hour prior to the start of a performance, wearing black bottoms and a white top.

Duties will include – but are not limited to – directing patrons to their assigned seats, handing out programs, scanning tickets, assisting with accessible seating, and generally welcoming patrons and helping them enjoy their time with us. Ushers are encouraged to attend the show they are working at no cost, and may be asked to assist the box office attendant with post-show collection of donations and/or clean-up. Volunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the performance.

*Please note that the shift time is the start of the volunteer time, not the start of the show.

Contact our Audience Services Manager, Jordan Stephens (jordan@seeconstellation.org), with any questions! 

Volunteer to usher and see the show for free!

This show will take place at the Waldron Auditorium, located at 122 S Walnut Street.

This commitment requires you to be timely, well-dressed, and courteous to our patrons. Ushers are required to arrive one hour prior to the start of a performance, wearing black bottoms and a white top.

Duties will include – but are not limited to – directing patrons to their assigned seats, handing out programs, scanning tickets, assisting with accessible seating, and generally welcoming patrons and helping them enjoy their time with us. Ushers are encouraged to attend the show they are working at no cost, and may be asked to assist the box office attendant with post-show collection of donations and/or clean-up. Volunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the performance.

*Please note that the shift time is the start of the volunteer time, not the start of the show.

Contact our Audience Services Manager, Jordan Stephens (jordan@seeconstellation.org), with any questions!

Volunteer to usher and see the show for free!

This show will take place at the Waldron Auditorium, located at 122 S Walnut Street.

This commitment requires you to be timely, well-dressed, and courteous to our patrons. Ushers are required to arrive one hour prior to the start of a performance, wearing black bottoms and a white top.

Duties will include – but are not limited to – directing patrons to their assigned seats, handing out programs, scanning tickets, assisting with accessible seating, and generally welcoming patrons and helping them enjoy their time with us. Ushers are encouraged to attend the show they are working at no cost, and may be asked to assist the box office attendant with post-show collection of donations and/or clean-up. Volunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the performance.

*Please note that the shift time is the start of the volunteer time, not the start of the show.

Contact our Audience Services Manager, Jordan Stephens (jordan@seeconstellation.org), with any questions!

Volunteer to usher and see the show for free!

This show will take place at the Waldron Auditorium, located at 122 S Walnut Street.

This commitment requires you to be timely, well-dressed, and courteous to our patrons. Ushers are required to arrive one hour prior to the start of a performance, wearing black bottoms and a white top.

Duties will include – but are not limited to – directing patrons to their assigned seats, handing out programs, scanning tickets, assisting with accessible seating, and generally welcoming patrons and helping them enjoy their time with us. Ushers are encouraged to attend the show they are working at no cost, and may be asked to assist the box office attendant with post-show collection of donations and/or clean-up. Volunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the performance.

*Please note that the shift time is the start of the volunteer time, not the start of the show.

Contact our Audience Services Manager, Jordan Stephens (jordan@seeconstellation.org), with any questions! 

Volunteer to usher and see the show for free!

This show will take place at the Waldron Auditorium, located at 122 S Walnut Street.

This commitment requires you to be timely, well-dressed, and courteous to our patrons. Ushers are required to arrive one hour prior to the start of a performance, wearing black bottoms and a white top.

Duties will include – but are not limited to – directing patrons to their assigned seats, handing out programs, scanning tickets, assisting with accessible seating, and generally welcoming patrons and helping them enjoy their time with us. Ushers are encouraged to attend the show they are working at no cost, and may be asked to assist the box office attendant with post-show collection of donations and/or clean-up. Volunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the performance.

*Please note that the shift timVolunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the run.e is the start of the volunteer time, not the start of the show.

Contact our Audience Services Manager, Jordan Stephens (jordan@seeconstellation.org), with any questions!

Volunteer to usher and see the show for free!

This show will take place at the Waldron Auditorium, located at 122 S Walnut Street.

This commitment requires you to be timely, well-dressed, and courteous to our patrons. Ushers are required to arrive one hour prior to the start of a performance, wearing black bottoms and a white top.

Duties will include – but are not limited to – directing patrons to their assigned seats, handing out programs, scanning tickets, assisting with accessible seating, and generally welcoming patrons and helping them enjoy their time with us. Ushers are encouraged to attend the show they are working at no cost, and may be asked to assist the box office attendant with post-show collection of donations and/or clean-up. Volunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the performance.

*Please note that the shift time is the start of the volunteer time, not the start of the show.

Contact our Audience Services Manager, Jordan Stephens (jordan@seeconstellation.org), with any questions!

Volunteer to usher and see the show for free!

This show will take place at the Waldron Auditorium, located at 122 S Walnut Street.

This commitment requires you to be timely, well-dressed, and courteous to our patrons. Ushers are required to arrive one hour prior to the start of a performance, wearing black bottoms and a white top.

Duties will include – but are not limited to – directing patrons to their assigned seats, handing out programs, scanning tickets, assisting with accessible seating, and generally welcoming patrons and helping them enjoy their time with us. Ushers are encouraged to attend the show they are working at no cost, and may be asked to assist the box office attendant with post-show collection of donations and/or clean-up. Volunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the performance.

*Please note that the shift time is the start of the volunteer time, not the start of the show.

Contact our Audience Services Manager, Jordan Stephens (jordan@seeconstellation.org), with any questions! 

Volunteer to usher and see the show for free!

This show will take place at the Waldron Auditorium, located at 122 S Walnut Street.

This commitment requires you to be timely, well-dressed, and courteous to our patrons. Ushers are required to arrive one hour prior to the start of a performance, wearing black bottoms and a white top.

Duties will include – but are not limited to – directing patrons to their assigned seats, handing out programs, scanning tickets, assisting with accessible seating, and generally welcoming patrons and helping them enjoy their time with us. Ushers are encouraged to attend the show they are working at no cost, and may be asked to assist the box office attendant with post-show collection of donations and/or clean-up. Volunteers are welcome to purchase snacks or non-alcoholic drinks for the show, but are required to remain alert and on duty for the performance.

*Please note that the shift time is the start of the volunteer time, not the start of the show.

Contact our Audience Services Manager, Jordan Stephens (jordan@seeconstellation.org), with any questions!

Visitors learn all about amazing insects at Bloomington’s annual Bug Fest! Enjoy various crafts and activities related to all things insect and complete the Bug Fest passport challenge for the chance to win a prize.

Duties:  Share your interest in outdoor education with children! There are five different volunteer roles: Welcome Table, Games/Activities, Crafts, Toddler Area, and Floater.

Welcome Table: Greet attendees, distribute Bug Fest passports, and award prizes for passport completion.

Games/Activities: Help supervise activities such as Compound Eyes, Ladybugs, Monarch Migration, Insect Games, and Mealworm Races.

Crafts: Assist participants with various insect-themed crafts.

Toddler Area: Assist small children and their families with navigating age-appropriate activities in the play area.

Floater/General Support: Provide extra help/shift relief wherever is needed.

Training: On-site training provided.

Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Click here to fill out the underage waiver.

Bloomington Volunteer Network (BVN) is searching for outstanding volunteers for ongoing and one-time BVN support roles. Volunteers 18 years and older are welcome, hours TBD based on volunteer availability.

Please answer the following questions in the Additional Volunteer Information section when you respond:

For questions or assistance signing up please contact Michelle Moss at getconnected@blooomington.in.gov or 812-349-3433.

ABLES Duties for New Volunteers

Organize and facilitate an activity

Communication

For more information or questions, contact Susan Gray at skgray@bluemarble.net

The 2025 Lotus Fest volunteer application is alive and ready for the season.  You can sign up through this link: https://www.lotusfest.org/opportunities/volunteer/get-started/

PROGRAMS & EVENTS: Assist with art projects, logistics, photography, publicity and other aspects of event planning and special programs. Contact us at volunteer@indianamuseum.org to get involved.

TOUR GUIDES: Learn the history of the site and present tours to visitors and school groups.

OFFICE: Greet visitors, answer phones, prepare mailings and other office tasks.

MUSEUM SHOP: Inventory, price, order and display gift shop products.

INTERNSHIPS in Programs are available Spring, Summer and Fall.

If you’re interested in learning more about volunteering, contact Emily Grant (egrant@indianamuseum.org), or call 463-209-9407.

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission seeks to promote and celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday and promote the acceptance of diversity in the community.  

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission is currently accepting applications for a new commissioner to fill a vacant seat. Commissioner responsibilities include participating in educational efforts, event planning, a non-violent civic engagement initiative, community awareness activities, and more! 

To apply: https://bloomington.in.gov/onboard/applicants/apply.

Applications are kept on file for 90 days so your application will be viewed for this position or if an additional position becomes open during that time.

For more information on the Commission, to find out about meeting times/days, or to receive the newsletter: https://bloomington.in.gov/boards/mlk

For news of relevant interest about MLK and other related issues, visit https://www.facebook.com/cobmlk

Contact Michelle Moss, staff liaison, with any questions: mlk@bloomington.in.gov

Do you have some free time this summer?

Do you want to make a difference in your community?

Do you want to help, but can't make a long-term commitment?

WE NEED YOU!!

The Shalom Center day shelter provides free meals to people experiencing poverty in Bloomington. We provide breakfast for around 60 people every morning and lunch for around 120 every afternoon. This vital and life saving service is offered every day the Shalom Center is open, Monday through Friday.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

Our 7:30am to 9:30am volunteers help with setting up breakfast, prep for lunch, and cleaning up breakfast service. This position is a nice mix of guest interaction and quieter prep time.

Our 9:30am-11:30am volunteers help with prepping for lunch. This position is ideal for the person who wants to help but would like to do so when it's a bit quieter.

Our 11:45am-2pm volunteers are front and center! They help with serving meals directly to our guests, as well as clean up after lunch service. If you want more frequent chances to interact with our guests, this shift is for you.

You don't have to have any kitchen experience to join our team!!

To apply for this opportunity, please visit the link below or scan the QR code and fill out the application. The volunteer coordinator will then reach out to you to schedule an orientation and get you scheduled!

https://beaconinc.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=69936

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Do you have free time this summer and would like to spend it making a direct impact in the lives of the most vulnerable in your community?

Are you interested in learning more about people so often ignored in our society?

YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!

SUMMER IS HERE, which means some of our volunteers are not! The Hospitality Desk is the hub of The Shalom Center day shelter, and we need help providing essential services for our guests. We are looking for volunteers to work the front desk Monday through Friday distributing guests' mail and messages, answering the telephone and taking messages, assisting with distributing toiletries and life essentials, and registering guests to take showers, do laundry, or see a crisis caseworker.

To apply for this opportunity, please visit the link below or scan the QR code and fill out the application. The volunteer coordinator will then reach out to you to schedule an orientation and get you set up with a shift!

https://beaconinc.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=69936

The Hospitality Desk is open during Shalom Center's operating hours, 8am-4pm Monday through Friday. Volunteer shifts are 2 hours long (8-10am, 10am-12pm, 12-2pm, and 2-4pm). Any questions? Let us know! For the fastest response, email Tory, Volunteer Coordinator, at tory@beaconinc.org 

JOIN OUR TEAM AND SEE THE DIFFERENCE ONE PERSON CAN MAKE!

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Do you love the idea of people having a safe place to sleep?

Would you like the satisfaction of leaving a 2 hour shift seeing the difference you made in someone's life?

Do you have some free time this summer?

YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!

Friend's Place is Beacon, Inc.'s overnight shelter. We are open 7 days a week and we need YOU!!

Volunteers at Friend's Place work a shift of 5pm-7pm and assist staff with checking people in for the night, handing out toiletries and various OTC medicines, light cleaning, and other tasks needed to ensure a smooth check in. 

The volunteers are one of the first people our guests see when they enter their safe space, and the feeling our volunteers get after helping someone get settled in for the evening, knowing they are finally safe and warm, is priceless. 

If you are looking for a two-hour weekly commitment this summer that will directly impact someone's life for the better, this is the place!

To apply for this opportunity, please visit the link below or scan the QR code and fill out the application. The volunteer coordinator will then reach out to you to schedule an orientation and get you scheduled!

https://beaconinc.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=69936

JOIN OUR TEAM AND SEE THE DIFFERENCE ONE PERSON CAN MAKE!

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WHY DONATE? Support our most vulnerable community members experiencing homelessness and poverty.

WHO WILL BENEFIT? The visitors who use our shelter for essential life services.

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 620 S. Walnut St., Bloomington, IN 47403.

CONTACT: Tory Crowe, tory@beaconinc.org

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OUR IN-KIND DONATION WISH LIST SPRING/SUMMER

SUMMER IS HERE, which means fresh air, fun with friends and family, and exploring neighborhoods! Some of our areas need a little help to be ready for explorers, and that's where we need you!

Crawford Homes Program strives to be a good neighbor, and part of that is making sure the surrounding areas are free from litter. We are looking for volunteers to help clean up our property, as well as neighboring properties. This would be about an hour a week, and you would have flexibility with the day and time.

So if you are interested in keeping our community clean and beautiful, please apply using the link or the QR below!

https://beaconinc.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=69936

Come and see the direct difference you can make when you volunteer with Beacon, Inc. Together, we can all be a Beacon of light!

For assistance or more information please contact Tory Crowe at tory@beaconinc.org or 812-334-5734 x 113.

Please do NOT reply to this message.

YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!!

The Shalom Center day shelter provides free meals to people experiencing poverty in Bloomington. We provide breakfast for around 60 people every morning and lunch for around 120 every afternoon. This vital and life saving service is offered every day the Shalom Center is open, Monday through Friday. 

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

We have openings for those that are interested in being front and center, as well as those who would prefer to work behind the scenes! 

Our 7:30am-9:30am volunteers help with setting up breakfast, prepping for lunch, and cleaning up breakfast service. This position is a nice mix of guest interaction and quieter prep time.

Our 9:30am-11:30am volunteers help with prepping for lunch. This position is ideal for the person who wants to help but would like to do so when it's a bit quieter.

Our 11:45am-2pm volunteers are front and center! They help with serving meals directly to our guests, as well as cleaning up after lunch service. If you want the chance to interact with our guests, this shift is for you.

Do you want to help out, but really only have time around the holidays, or when IU students are gone on breaks? We need you! We are looking for volunteers to do regular, weekly shifts as well as filling in during the summer and holidays. 

Minimum age for these shifts is 14, or 10-13 with a parent/guardian present.

To apply for this opportunity, please visit the link below and fill out the application. The volunteer coordinator will then reach out to you to schedule an orientation and get you scheduled!

https://beaconinc.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=69936

JOIN OUR TEAM AND SEE THE DIFFERENCE ONE PERSON CAN MAKE!

Please do NOT reply to this message. 

Are you looking to make a direct impact on the lives of the most vulnerable in your community?

Would you like the satisfaction of leaving a 2 hour shift seeing the difference you made in someone's life?
Are you interested in learning more about people so often ignored in our society?

YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!

The Hospitality Desk is the hub of The Shalom Center day shelter. We are looking for volunteers to work the front desk any day Monday through Friday distributing guests' mail and messages, answering the telephone and taking messages, assisting with distributing toiletries and life essentials, and registering guests to take showers, do laundry, or to see a crisis caseworker. It is one of our most essential services. 

To apply for this opportunity, please visit the link below or scan the QR code and fill out the application. The volunteer coordinator will then reach out to you to schedule an orientation and get you set up with a shift!

https://beaconinc.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=69936

The Hospitality Desk is open during Shalom Center's operating hours, 8am-4pm Monday through Friday. Volunteer shifts are 2 hours long (8-10am, 10am-12pm, 12-2pm, and 2-4pm). Any questions? Let us know! For the fastest response, email Tory, Volunteer Coordinator, at tory@beaconinc.org 

JOIN OUR TEAM AND SEE THE DIFFERENCE ONE PERSON CAN MAKE!

**Please do NOT reply to this message.**