Opportunities From: City of Bloomington Volunteer Network

Hike in the beautiful Hoosier National Forest and pull small populations of Japanese stiltgrass as you go!

Join us partnering with Monroe County-Identify and Reduce Invasive Species, Sierra Club-Hoosier Chapter, and Hoosier National Forest to control Japanese Stiltgrass at Pate Hollow in the Hoosier National Forest. 

We've been collaborating with the Hoosier National Forest for 6 years and have seen a remarkable reduction in the invasive Japanese Stiltgrass. The trails are clear of the invasive weed and we can freely enjoy the wildflowers, and stunning hardwood forests.

It is tick season, so be prepared with long pants and shirt, hat and wear shoes with closed toes. Bug spray is a good idea. Bring drinking water and snacks.

The Pate Hollow trailhead is here - https://maps.app.goo.gl/6SF5oCRiz8Fkqh8y8

Level: Moderate

In need of artists or musicians willing to volunteer sharing their craft with our residents. This could be a paint class, a beginner piano recital, a cookie decorating course, or a perfect opportunity for you to practice performing with a crowd. 

Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 2:30pm we play bingo. We are in need of a volunteer willing to simply call the numbers and interact with the seniors! This would be such an incredible help to both our staff and seniors.

In need of volunteers willing to assist pushing wheelchairs for our outdoor stroll activity. With only one activity director and limited staff to assist with activities, we are trying to find help that will allow our disabled seniors to get outside for walks! If the weather turns poor, we usually adjust to an indoor stroll or window bird watching.

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.

Bath towels and washcloths

Bed pillows

Comforters and Blankets (twin and queen size)

Sheets (twin and queen size)

Diapers (sizes 2–8) and Pull-ups (any size)

Disinfecting wipes

Paper towels

Toilet paper

Dish soap and dishwasher detergent pods

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

Cleaning supplies (toilet, bath, kitchen, glass/window, etc.)

Baby wipes (unscented)

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

Toothpaste and Toothbrushes

Shampoo and Conditioner (including natural hair care products)

Body wash

Deodorant

Plastic Plates, Bowls, and Cups

Forks and Spoons

Baking dishes and sheet pans

Pots and Pans (with lids)

Cooking utensils (spatulas, serving spoons, etc.)

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

Over-the-counter medicines (children and adult)

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

We have an opportunity for you to volunteer at New Hope for Families the week of May 19-22 to help us gather much-needed donations for our shelter families.  IU is hosting Hoosier2Hoosier, which allows nonprofits like New Hope for Families to take items that have been left behind by students in the IU dorms.  Such items could include things like small appliances, cookware, vacuums, brooms, plastic drawer bins, lamps, rugs, bedding, and towels.  These items will be stored in our home goods pantry so they are available for our shelter residents to take with them for free when they move into their new homes!

Volunteers will meet up with New Hope staff here at our agency (1136 S Morton St, Bloomington) at the beginning of their shift.  They will then travel with New Hope staff in a New Hope vehicle to the designated dorm for that day to collect the items we need (a list will be provided).  Volunteers will need to be able to lift, carry, and climb up and down stairs.  Once items are loaded into our New Hope vehicles, volunteers will be asked to help unload them into our home goods pantry at New Hope for Families.  We anticipate the volunteer shifts to be about 3 hours each day (9:30 AM - 12:30 PM or 1:30 - 4:30 PM), including travel time and unloading at New Hope.

If you are interested in volunteering with us in this way, please (1) create a volunteer profile and (2) then click here to sign up for a shift.  You are welcome to sign up for more than one shift if your schedule allows.

Any questions may be directed to our Event & Volunteer Specialist, Amber Griffin (amber@newhopeforfamilies.org).

Please do not "Respond" to this opportunity, this post is for information only. You can find more info about our donations here: https://bloomington.in.gov/animal-shelter/donate-supplies

Please send any questions here: animal@bloomington.in.gov

Amazon Registry

Donations are much appreciated. Please see our Amazon registry for the supplies we need the most. 

Dry Food may be donated as long as it is in the original packaging to avoid contamination. It can be open, but must be sealed. Any food that cannot be used at BACC will passed on to the the Monroe County Humane Association for their community food pantry.

Monetary donations are also welcome and greatly appreciated!

Donations are accepted at our location, or can be mailed to:  Bloomington Animal Care and Control, 3410 S. Walnut St., Bloomington, IN 47401. Checks should be written to BACC(Bloomington Animal Care and Control).

Material donations may be dropped off in the brown plastic bench outside the west side door marked "Administration" anytime, or in the Front Lobby when we are open. Monetary donations are accepted Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12-5pm, Saturday from 12pm-3pm, and Sunday from 12pm-3pm, or you may make a donation over the phone. Please contact BACC at (812) 349-3492 with any questions regarding donations.

Cat Care Tech:

Love cats and want to make a real difference? Our Cat Care Techs help keep our rescue clean, comfortable, and running smoothly so our cats can thrive while they wait for their furever homes.

This hands-on role is essential to the daily care of Ranch cats and helps ensure they stay healthy, safe, and happy.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Keeping litter boxes clean and comfortable for our cats

Helping maintain tidy cat spaces by sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping

Sanitizing surfaces to keep The Ranch healthy and disease-free

Making sure cats always have fresh food and water

Swapping out dirty bedding for cozy, clean linens

Pitching in with dishes, trash, and laundry to keep things running smoothly

Time Commitment:

We require our Cat Care Techs to volunteer once per week for a minimum of 2 hours.

Ideal Volunteers:

We are looking for folks who meet the following criteria

Love cats and want to make a meaningful difference in their lives

Understand that animal welfare can be gritty and messy

Are dependable and able to commit to a regular weekly shift

Take pride in creating a clean, comfortable space for rescue cats

Please apply using this link: https://new.shelterluv.com/form/volunteer/TRCR/83121-volunteer

Ranch Maintenance Crew:

Love cats and enjoy working with your hands? Our Ranch Maintenance Crew helps keep our property safe, functional, and comfortable so our cats can thrive in a well-maintained sanctuary.

This hands-on role plays a key part in caring for the spaces our cats call home, from cozy indoor rooms to our outdoor acreage.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Helping steward and maintain The Ranch’s 12-acre property

Taking the lead on indoor and outdoor maintenance projects

Building and improving cat spaces (e.g. catios, shelves, enrichment features)

Maintaining and caring for our cat memorial garden

Power washing

Small engine repair

Mowing and basic landscaping

Taking on special projects that match your skills and interests

Pitching in on creative problem solving (“redneck engineering” encouraged!)

Time Commitment:
Flexible and task-based. Volunteers can help with one-time projects or ongoing needs as their schedule allows.

Ideal Volunteers:

We are looking for folks who meet the following criteria

Enjoy hands-on work and take pride in building and/or fixing things

Self-motivated and able to take the lead on a variety of projects

Have skills in maintenance, construction, landscaping, or trades

Appreciate a little creativity and problem-solving

Want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of rescue cats

Please apply using this link: https://new.shelterluv.com/form/volunteer/TRCR/83121-volunteer

Looking for one dedicated Saturday volunteer at the Bloomington Community Bike Project

We're looking for one person to spend their summer Saturday afternoons at the shop, working alongside one of our most experienced mechanics. No experience needed. What we're really after is someone who is reliable and ready to learn.

This is the kind of opportunity that's hard to find anywhere else. You'll go from "I think that's a derailleur?" to confidently diagnosing and fixing real bikes for real people in your community. You'll learn from someone who's been doing this for years, in a one-on-one apprentice-style setting that you simply can't get from a YouTube rabbit hole. And you'll become part of the local bike community along the way.

What you'll get out of it:

What we're asking from you:

If this sounds like your kind of summer, sign up here and we'll get in touch. We'll only be selecting one person for this role, so apply now!

Bloomington Skateboarders!  We need you!

We are seeking volunteers for the 26-27 School Year!

In the Club 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 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.

This program will run for 10 weeks in January - April

We are looking for volunteers for Ferguson Crestmont Club (1111 W 12th St) and Lincoln Street (311 S Lincoln St)

Adventure Club will focus on personal growth through outdoors education and survival skills.

Adventure Club trips will include hiking, rock climbing, a canoeing day on Sugar Creek at Turkey Run State Park, an overnight camping trip at Lake Lemon, a Backcountry Cooking competition, and other outdoor games, projects and workshops.

Participants will be eligible to apply for a trip to the boundary water in Minnesota at the end of the summer with BGC staff and donors.

The trip will be a week of camping, boating and fishing in the wilderness. This program will not start until after Spring Break 2026!

In a time of every changing legal challenges to our lives, this position is important. While you do not need to be a legal professional, it can be helpful. To apply you must be a member in good standing (membership paid). Our organization is 100% volunteer based, there is no salary for any of us doing the work.

Duties are as follows:

1. Serves as the liaison to the Board for the Legislative Action Committee. (Note: There is no current committee, but you could help recruit members to volunteer their time to help you.)

2. Supports the Legislative Action Committee Chair and acts as the Chair/Co-Chair when the Chair
position is vacant.

3. Attends and participates in Legislative Action Committee meetings.

4. Conducts outreach with other committees, chapters, and community organizations regarding
legislative monitoring and lobbying.

5. Updates Membership periodically on bills before the Indiana Legislature and the United States
Congress.

The Director of Fundraising is a board level position in Monroe County NOW. To apply you must be a member in good standing (membership paid). Our organization is 100% volunteer based, there is no salary for any of us doing the work.

The duties are as follows:

1. Serves as the liaison to the Board for the Fundraising Committee. (Note: currently there is no other committee members, but you could help recruit them.)

2. Supports the Fundraising Committee Chair and acts as the Chair/Co-Chair when the Chair position
is vacant.

3. Attends and participates in Fundraising Committee meetings.

The Secretary is a Board of Directors level position in Monroe County NOW. While duties focus on recording information during two monthly meetings, it is both necessary and helpful to have someone capable in this roll. To apply you must be a member in good standing (membership paid). Our organization is 100% volunteer based, there is no salary for any of us doing the work.

The duties are as followers:

1. Takes minutes at all meetings, including the names of Members present. Carefully records the
exact wording of any motions passed and the names of persons delegated to take any particular
responsibility. Keeps a permanent file of minutes of all meetings. Presents the minutes of each
meeting for approval at the following meeting. Reviews past minutes occasionally and brings any
uncompleted decisions for action to the attention of the Membership and the Board.

2. Types and duplicates the agenda for each meeting and keeps a copy for Chapter files.

3. Types, secures proper signatures for, and mails any official letters or communications sent by the
chapter.

4. Sends changes in Officers and Committee Chairs as well as changes in the Chapter's address or
contact person, to State and National office contacts.

Secretaries may also serve on committees if there issues they feel strongly about.

One of two officers required by National NOW for our chapter to receive membership funds from anyone joining via National. Also a necessary manager for the organization. To apply you must be a member in good standing (membership paid).

Our organization is 100% volunteer based, there is no salary for any of us doing the work.

Duties are as follows:

1. Carries out the wishes of the Board and the Membership. The President is responsible, not
authoritative.

2. Presides at meetings of the general Membership and the Board and encourages a climate of free
and open discussion. The President prepares an agenda for every meeting, but seeks the help of the
Membership and Board in making the agenda.

3. Usually acts as spokesperson for the Chapter in dealings with the press or community/
governmental contacts. May also delegate other Members to speak for the Chapter, especially on
complex issues about which another Member has the knowledge necessary to field questions. The President's name is signed to most official letters from the Chapter, or jointly with any other Member
who has recognition or expertise in a particular area.

Note: Any statements by a local NOW Officer or Chapter Member who is identified as such, may not
contradict National NOW positions or policy. Any Officer or Member should always feel free to decline
to directly or immediately answer questions from the press, in order to first consult with other Chapter
Members or Officers.

4. Is an ex-officio Member of all Committees. If a Committee is unable or unwilling to elect its own
Chair(s), the President, with approval of the Board, may appoint these positions. The President
should monitor their activities and can offer to help if they seem to need assistance.

5. Is responsible for relaying State and National communications to the Membership. The President
should review leadership communications and other alerts from the NOW Action Center about NOW's
issues and activities. Such communications should always be shared with the Board and Membership
as soon as possible, in the most reasonable way, whether via phone, email, web posting, postcard
alert, or chapter newsletter.

6. Provides for smooth transition of all new leadership. This could include training sessions for new
Officers, Board Members, and Committee Chairs, as well as joint meetings of incoming and outgoing
Officers. It is important to see that records and files are transferred to the new officers, particularly
financial records and bank accounts.

The Refugee Support Network is in need of additional board members. We are especially wanting members who have some qualifications for the following:

—A person as a financial advisor and coordinator

—-A volunteer coordinator

We would like board members who are committed to our cause of helping all immigrants, regardless of status, settle into our community with support from our organization. The needs of immigrants may be financial, medical, education related, english language acquisition, and many more.

We are always seeking volunteers for out clients, as well,  and board members can be a connection to them through their places of worship, civic organizations, and family and friends.

Please call, text or email:  Pete Lenzen. 812-325-4279, PLNAVY75A@gmail.com

Looking for a fulfilling way to contribute to your community? Pantry 279 welcomes volunteers of all ages and abilities to join their mission of providing vital support to those in need!

We welcome volunteers :

Monday:  2:00PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 1:00PM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The best part? You can come and go anytime within these hours, making it easy to volunteer around other commitments.

What to Expect:

On your first visit, you'll be asked to complete a simple registration form. To ensure your safety and comfort, please wear closed-toe shoes. Comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting a little dirty is also recommended, as tasks may vary depending on the day.

Why Volunteer at Pantry 279?

Make a Difference: Directly impact the lives of individuals and families in your community by helping provide access to essential resources.

Flexible Scheduling: Volunteer when it's convenient for you! With a wide range of hours, you can easily fit volunteering into your busy life.

All Ages and Abilities Welcome: Pantry 279 believes everyone has something to offer. They welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and skill levels.

Connect with Your Community: Meet new people and build lasting relationships while working towards a common goal.

Ready to Get Started?

Pantry 279 is eager to connect with you! If you have any questions or would like more information about volunteering, email Pantry279@yahoo.com or reach out to Stephanee Stephens 812-822-8468

Pantry 279 looks forward to welcoming you and working together to create a stronger, more supportive community!

Walk ins are welcome!

WHY DONATE? CASA needs your help!

WHO WILL BENEFIT? The donated items will directly benefit CASA volunteers and the children they advocate for.

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 101 W. Kirkwood Suite 321 Bloomington IN 47404

CONTACT: Amber Shride, (812) 333-2272, amber.shride@monroecountycasa.org

OUR IN-KIND DONATION WISH LIST:

HOLIDAY & SEASONAL NEEDS: new unwrapped toys and gifts for children ages 0-18

OUR 1 BIG WISH: Gift cards to stores in denominations of $25 or more to shop for teens or provide needed food and supplies for families during the holiday season (Wal-Mart, Target, Aldi, Amazon are preferred).

A store without a cash register, Teachers Warehouse (TW) provides free supplies to area students via their teachers. Additionally, we are a recycling center of items for classroom use. Public school educators in Monroe, Brown, Greene, Lawrence, Morgan, and Owen counties obtain not only basic school supplies but also materials that add creativity to teaching and learning.

We are seeking Board members who share a strong passion for education.

Every director contributes by either serving as an officer or by chairing or participating in one of the board’s committees:

  - Supply Drive                                                            - Letter-writing Campaign
  - Grant Writing                                                           - Social Media
  - Back-to-School Blitz                                           - Sponsorships
  - Nominations

While we value all backgrounds, skills in leadership, communication, finance, and organization are particularly helpful. Board member expectations include:

·       Serving a three (3) year term.

·       Attending bi-monthly meetings (4th Tuesday of the month, 4:30–6:00 p.m.).

·       Volunteering at TW on 5th Saturdays.

·       Assisting with special events.

·       Seeking new sponsors or donation sources.

·       Making an annual financial contribution which is meaningful to you.

Further information about TW can be found on our website (teacherswarehouse.org) and Facebook page.

If you are interested in becoming an active member of the Teachers Warehouse Board of Directors and helping TW fulfill our mission, please contact Marcus Debro at marcus.debro@gmail.com.  He will schedule an appointment for you to chat with a few Board members at TW and to determine whether or not we are a good fit for each other.

MFU is a Bloomington-based educational nonprofit inspired by Poland's underground Flying Universities, which defied authoritarian censorship by teaching forbidden knowledge. We carry that tradition forward: our mission is to teach the topics that are being banned, discouraged, or distortent in public schools and universities.

We focus on censored topics, silenced histories, and banned books. We also provide content around media literacy and democratic erosion. Then, we help learners turn that knowledge into meaningful action.

We're looking for one additional board member who shares these values and wants to help the organization grow. We'd especially love to hear from educators and people with experience in fundraising, marketing, and outreach. But if you care about this work and bring good-faith energy, we'd love to talk to you regardless of your background.

My Flying University needs your help to create online lessons that unpack current events and uncover the stories history tried to erase.

My Flying University (MFU) is a Bloomington-based nonprofit dedicated to helping learners make sense of the world through critical thinking, media literacy, and historical awareness. We believe that when knowledge is under attack, learning itself becomes an act of resistance.

We’re looking for educators, instructional designers, subject matter experts, and those with relevant lived experiences to help us build digital lessons in WordPress for three of our core projects:

Read Between the Headlines, where we analyze current events from multiple perspectives to reveal the deeper social, political, and psychological forces shaping our world

Explore Silenced Stories, which spotlights people and movements whose voices and victories were erased or distorted by history

The War on Education, which focuses on the latest attacks, gag orders, and other news about K-12 and higher education

Connect With Your Community, which focuses on the history and current issues of Bloomington, IN, and the state of Indiana as a whole

No prior e-learning experience is required. If you’re comfortable with technology (or willing to learn) we’ll show you how to build engaging lessons using the templates and tools we provide. We’ll help you grow your digital skills while working alongside others who care deeply about education and justice.

This is an ongoing, flexible, remote volunteer opportunity that is suitable for anyone who wants to help make truth, context, and history accessible to all… and for those who carry the spirit of Bloomington’s creative, curious, and activist heart wherever they are.  

You can sign up here, or, if you prefer to remain anonymous, you can complete a volunteer application on our website, www.myflyinguniversity.org. Please email info@myflyinguniversity.org if you have any questions or need any assistance.

Help My Flying University tell the stories that are being banned, buried, forgotten, and distorted.

My Flying University (MFU) is a Bloomington-based nonprofit dedicated to helping learners make sense of the world through critical thinking, media literacy, and historical awareness. We believe that when knowledge is under attack, learning itself becomes an act of resistance.

We’re looking for writers, journalists, storytellers, subject matter experts, and people with relevant lived experiences to contribute articles for any of our four core projects:

Read Between the Headlines, where we look past the surface and into the forces currently shaping our society

Explore Silenced Stories: where we uncover the people and movements that history pushed to the margins

The War on Education, where we connect the pressure on schools to the larger struggle for democracy

Connect With Your Community, where we gather the stories, events, and resources that shape life in Bloomington and throughout Indiana

Write in any style: articles, academic papers, personal essays, opinion pieces, interviews, or collaborative deep dives. Add videos, podcasts, research, or interactive media if you like. Our team can help you with anything you don't already know how to do.

This is an ongoing, flexible opportunity for anyone who see writing as a tool for connection and resistance.

You can sign up here, or, if you prefer to stay off the radar, you can complete a volunteer application on our website, www.myflyinguniversity.org. Please email info@myflyinguniversity.org if you have any questions or need any assistance.

Help My Flying University launch digital clubs that bring people together to learn, create, and stay grounded during difficult times.

My Flying University (MFU) is a Bloomington-based nonprofit creating spaces for learning, connection, and resistance through education. As knowledge, history, and truth come under increasing attack, MFU is building community-centered alternatives where people can learn together, stay grounded, and support one another.

We’re currently seeking volunteers to host, co-host, or help support a new set of digital clubs focused on shared learning, creative expression, critical thinking, and community connection. These clubs are designed to help participants engage with banned ideas, develop their voices, practice responding to disinformation, explore history through play, and sustain one another while paying attention to the world.

Volunteers may help facilitate discussions or activities, co-host sessions, support logistics or moderation, or help create a welcoming and thoughtful environment for participants. Roles are flexible and can be shared, and MFU provides guidance, structure, and support for all club facilitators.

You can sign up here, or, if you prefer to remain anonymous, you can complete a volunteer application on our website, www.myflyinguniversity.org. Please email info@myflyinguniversity.org if you have any questions or need any assistance.

Cry of the Children, Inc. on a journey of receiving young people that want to sing. play the piano, saxaphone, violine, guitar, any instrument and every voice to just make a difference in there own lives in having a fun time of sharing. Right now Cry of the Childre n, Inc. really could use a piano player Middle School, High School, IU Music School.

cryofthechildren@gmail.com

YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!!

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

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, but there is still guest interaction! WE ARE IN GREAT NEED OF VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS SHIFT

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.

Filling in during school breaks is an excellent way to be connected to the community, and have a chance to check us out and see if we'd be the perfect fit.

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!

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

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

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Get a sneak peek at the new Monroe County Nature Preserve by joining us from 10 am to noon on May 27 to control some invasive plant species in the preserve. We’ll be working in a beautiful forest area taking out some Asian bush honeysuckle and cutting wintercreeper that’s climbing up trees.  We'll provide tools and gloves, please bring water to drink. Go to the address listed, then follow signs for where to park.

If you enjoy spending time with young children and believe that every child deserves high-quality care in a safe and compassionate environment, we invite you to volunteer in our Early Learning Center classrooms!  At New Hope for families, we provide full-day care (Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM) for infants up through age 5.  We welcome children of all income levels and prioritize enrollment for children impacted by homelessness in a mixed-income cohort.

As an Early Learning Center (ELC) Classroom Volunteer, you can look forward to engaging with children in conversation and play, assisting with art and science projects, keeping the children engaged during times of transition (such as lunch/snack time), and simply being a compassionate and caring friend.  This volunteer role is for those age 18 and up, though teens age 16-17 may volunteer with a parent.  Volunteers should expect to commit to a shift of 2 hours per week for a minimum of 3 months.

NOTE:  We are especially seeking ELC Classroom Volunteers who will be in Bloomington and available to volunteer from May - August 2026. 

If you are interested in becoming an Early Learning Center (ELC) Classroom Volunteer, please complete a volunteer profile linked on our website (https://www.newhopeforfamilies.org/volunteer).  We will then reach out to you to discuss the next steps, which include scheduling a volunteer onboarding session.  Questions may be directed to our Volunteer Specialist, Amber Griffin, via email (amber@newhopeforfamilies.org) or phone (812-334-9840 ext 119).

We look forward to you joining the hope movement as a volunteer!

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:

Pantry Needs for March

Food: 

·        Ramen noodles (Beef)

·        Broth chicken or beef

·        Baking essentials

·        Tomato paste

·        Alfredo sauce

·        Mayo

·        Popcorn, goldfish, etc.

·        Instant coffee & tea

·        Peaches, pineapple, fruit cups, pure pumpkin, and apple sauce

·        Easy on-the-go snacks, pudding, chips, snack bars, etc.

·        Easy mac

·        Chocolate chips

·        Sloppy joe

·        Taco kit

·        Bread & flour tortillas

·        Peanuts

·        Potatoes

·        Carrots

·        Helper meals & sides

For food, I wanted to see if we could look for gluten-free and non-dairy options.  It would help us be more mindful of folks' dietary needs and give them some variety. 

C+H:

·        Bodywash 

·        Hand soap

·        Paper towels

·        Disinfecting wipes

·        Laundry detergent (sheets or liquid)

·        Kids toothpaste

·        Kids 3 in 1 shampoo & bodywash

·        Toilet paper

·        Adult toothbrush

·        Pull ups (all sizes)

·        Women’s deodorant

·        Bleach

·        Adult/baby lotion

·        Glass cleaner

·        Kleenex

·        Trash bags

Just a few miles east of Bloomington, opportunities abound! Maintain and make improvements to the site’s five hiking trails, originally developed by the Steeles! Assist with art projects, logistics, photography, publicity and other aspects of event planning and special programs.

About Us

The mission of the T.C. Steele State Historic Site is to collect preserve and interpret the property and history of Hoosier artist Theodore Clement Steele and his wife Selma Steele; also as a part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites to serve the community as a center for Indiana’s cultural and natural heritage.

Volunteer Description

Additional Details

For more information or to become a volunteer please contact

Emily Grant

Volunteer and Intern Service Manager

volunteer@indianamuseum.org

463.209.9407

Just a few miles east of Bloomington, opportunities abound! Maintain and make improvements to the site’s five hiking trails, originally developed by the Steeles! Assist with art projects, logistics, photography, publicity and other aspects of event planning and special programs.

About Us

The mission of the T.C. Steele State Historic Site is to collect preserve and interpret the property and history of Hoosier artist Theodore Clement Steele and his wife Selma Steele; also as a part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites to serve the community as a center for Indiana’s cultural and natural heritage.

Volunteer Description

Additional Details

For more information or to become a volunteer please contact

Emily Grant

Volunteer and Intern Service Manager

volunteer@indianamuseum.org

463.209.9407

Oh, the power of music.  Are you someone that loves to sing or play instruments?  Would you like to share your passion with others?  We are looking for volunteers that would be willing to visit our hospice patients to share their love of music.  Whether it's strumming old hymns or singing Frank Sinatra we have a place for you.  

Imagine being a pet lover your entire life and suddenly your moved to a nursing home where you can no longer care for a pet.  Many of our patients are in this exact situation, but you can change this.  If you have a pet with up to date shots you can bring to joy of a pet to others.  

"Volunteers don't necessarily have the time; they just have the heart." 

Elizabeth Andrew

Elevate serves to connect experts in the community who are interested in short-term volunteer opportunities with nonprofits. Opportunities may include one-time consultations, a series of consultations on a specific topic, or working together on a specific project. It is envisioned that opportunities that work out well may evolve into long-term volunteer roles, which Elevate celebrates but does not manage.

We are interested in all areas of expertise that a growing nonprofit might need, including, but not limited to:

Leadership development and mentoring for Executive Directors

Mentoring for new Board Presidents

Finances (changing fiscal years, moving from cash to accrual accounting, etc.)

Human Resources (reviewing personnel plans, mentoring challenging situations, etc.)

Facilities/physical infrastructure advising

Legal advice

Succession planning

Board development

As Elevate identifies volunteer opportunities that may be a good match, you will be contacted with details. If the match seems to be a good fit of mutual interest by you and the nonprofit, Elevate will put you in touch with the staff at the nonprofit and allow you and the nonprofit to work out specifics on accomplishing the task.

Unless you request otherwise, Elevate will share your name and area(s) of interest publicly to help match-make your expertise with nonprofits who could benefit from it.

If challenges arise at any point during the volunteer opportunity, Elevate may be contacted by either the volunteer or the nonprofit to help resolve the challenges.

When a volunteer opportunity is complete, Elevate will follow up with the volunteer and nonprofit separately to discern the success of the process and any lessons learned.

Questions? Contact us at elevate@unitedwaysci.org

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission invites City of Bloomington residents to apply for a seat on the commission. As of February 6, 2026, the commission has 2 vacant seats.

PLEASE APPLY ONLY USING the City of Bloomington's OnBoard website: https://bloomington.in.gov/onboard/committees/21

Please feel free to contact staff liaison Aubrey Seader with any questions about the commission. However, please be advised: You cannot be considered for this commission position without applying via the City's Onboard website. 

All commissioners are selected by the Office of the Mayor and the Common Council (City Council). 

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission

https://bloomington.in.gov/boards/mlk

COMMISSION PURPOSE:
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 Commission partners with community events and programs to commemorate the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday, volunteer service day initiatives "A Day ON! Not a Day Off", "40 Days of Peace", the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award, and the annual community-wide Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration. The Commission supports events throughout the year which promote justice, racial harmony and equal opportunity.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
While there are no requirements for eligibility, preference for appointments shall be given to persons belonging to local religious organizations, the Bloomington human rights commission, Monroe County Government, local community school corporations, and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Can be either a City of Bloomington or Monroe County resident.

DUTIES:
The duties of this commission shall be as follows:
(A) To promote and celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday and the acceptance of diversity in our community. In the pursuit of these purposes the commission may appoint additional volunteers and commission associates.

TIME COMMITMENT:
Regular (required): 2 hours per month

Episodic (not required but preferred): Up to 10 hours during January of each year for the annual commemoration of MLK Day. Other episodic commitments are dependent on the volunteer's capacity and interest and are not required. 

COMPENSATION:
Each member does not receive compensation for their service.

Reading Buddies at the Clubs serve such a key role.  

They provide educational support for youth to improve their reading and reading comprehension.  They provide a quieter program option for those youth who need a calmer experience.  They provide quality time with amazing adult mentors who care about them and their success.Spring

Reading Buddies at the Ellettsville Club can sign up for either Tuesdays, Thursdays, or both days each week for 10 weeks from 3:10-4:10 PM.

Reading Buddies starts February 2026 and runs through April.

The Club has a library full of books for you to read with the youth of all ages.  You can always bring a book or donate books as well.

Sometimes volunteers read the books to the members.  Other times the member reads the book and the volunteer can support with more challenging words or celebrate the members growth in ability of reading.If you are interested in becoming a Reading Buddy sign up and we will reach out to get you scheduled and ready to serve.

Photography Club

Photography helps to capture life's moments, celebrate experiences and tell a story.  Understanding how to take a great photo is a wonderful life skill.  In Photography Club members will learn the basics of photography and the camera itself. They will build their skills and present a final photography project to share with the whole club.

A volunteer who would like to be a community partner to help take ownership of this program would be fantastic!  We are also open to volunteers who just want to help out.

Ideally volunteers can commit to an hour a week for the 10 weeks of programming.

This program will take place on Mondays from 5:15-6:00 PM. 

Signing up for this opportunity will get you in touch with our Club staff to learn more and see if this is the right fit for you!

We're looking for volunteers to help staff our free bike shop, located on the B-Line in downtown Bloomington. No prior bike mechanic experience is required. We'd love to teach you new skills, like how to fix a flat or adjust brakes. If fixing bikes isn't your thing, we're always in need of people to help get the shop organized. Come by and meet us soon!

https://btownbikeproject.org

Garden Club engages youth with gardening!

Get ready to grow with Gardening Club! Members will help take care of our Club Garden and enjoy an awesome harvest this fall. From flowers to vegetables, we are growing it all, and learning along the way, too.

Gardening provides children with numerous benefits, including increased physical activity, improved nutrition, and enhanced mental well-being. It also fosters crucial life skills like patience, responsibility, and problem-solving, while boosting academic performance in science, math, and critical thinking. Additionally, gardening connects children with nature and increases their awareness of environmental concepts. From tower gardens to the outdoor gardens kids at the Clubs learn how to care for plants and gardens all the way through harvesting and using the harvests!

We are looking for volunteers who would like to join in the Garden Club session(s) with our members.  Knowing about gardening is a plus but not required.

This program runs on Wednesdays from the week of February 9th through the week of April 6th.  The program will not run on March 19th due to Spring Break.

Kindergarten through 2nd Grade - 4:15-5:15 PM

3rd through 5th Grades - 5:15-6:15 PM

Ideally we have someone who can commit to the majority of the weeks of this program.  Signing up for this event will simply connect you to the Club lead to learn more and help determine if this opportunity is a great fit for you.  If so, we will help you take the next steps to get started.

Help your neighbors keep more of what they earn. We're looking to add a few more volunteers at 2 of our Free Community Tax Service sites. No experience needed -- training is provided. Please share to help spread the word. 

ELLETTSVILLE TAX SITE  

BROADVIEW LEARNING CENTER  

In recent years, volunteers helped return $1M+ in refunds, and credits to local families - and saved taxpayers thousands in preparation fees. That impact starts with you!

Sign up today at https://www.unitedwaysci.org/TaxHero or reach out to carmen@unitedwaysci.org

WHY DONATE? 

Constellation connects audiences through world-class theater and film. Each theatrical season features an exciting mix of original plays and musicals, established works, family-friendly classics, and shows for young audiences.

However, we’re not just focused on creating great art. We’re committed to creating art for everyone. Our impact reaches across Bloomington through:

- More new theatergoers discovering the magic of live performance

- More scholarships for students and classes

- More diversity, reflecting our welcoming community

- More young students attending plays and musicals—without transportation barriers

- More local stars—actors, designers, and educators—bringing Bloomington’s stories to life

If you are interested in supporting with an in-kind donation, please explore our Amazon wish list!

Help improve our front of house experience with booster seats or blankets for our audience menders, provide cameras and microphones for our staff to create behind-the-scenes content, and provide various other items to help us do what we do best!

If you are interested in supporting us with a direct donation, click here to learn more.

We cannot thank you enough for your support. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to us at info@seeconstellation.org, or give us a call at (812) 336-9300. 

We hope to see you soon at a show!

Bloomington Skateboarders!  We need you!

In the Club Riders Program, program members in the Club learn all about bike riding and the basics of safety, etiquette, and skills needed to ride your bike!

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 biking experience. This is a biking basics program. You do not have to know any special bicycle education at all.

Many youth have an interest in biking, 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 biking! Bicycling helps teach youth determination, focus, confidence and that falling is not failing and how to get back up and try again.

Bikes and helmets are provided!

We are looking for volunteers for our 3rd, 4th, 5th grades, and teen club rider groups at the Lincoln Street Club on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:45 PM. 

If you are interested in volunteering on Tuesdays with the Teen group, please contact Remi Wigginton (cwigginton@bgcbloomington.org)

If you are interested in volunteering on Thursdays with the 3rd through 5th grade group, please contact Andi Alvarez (aalvarez@bgcbloomington.org)

Just visit our Amazon Wish List to purchase and ship/deliver one or more of the listed referenced items

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 201 S. Westplex Ave. Bloomington IN 47404

QUESTIONS: Contact Chris-Michael (C-M) Morrison at cmmorrison@wheelermission.org.  

WHY DONATE? Support seniors, persons with disabilities, and family caregivers.

WHO WILL BENEFIT? Your donation will support the many seniors, people with disabilities, and family caregivers who rely on Area 10 to provide resources for their quality of life.

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 631 W. Edgewood Dr. Ellettsville IN 47429

CONTACT: Chris Myers, (812) 876-3383, cmyers@area10agency.org

OUR DONATION WISH LIST:

Mobility Device Lending Library

Endwright Center & Endwright East senior centers' needs:

 Mobile Food Pantry needs:

WHY DONATE? We are a start-up nonprofit serving young families in our community.

WHO WILL BENEFIT? Babies and their families.

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 2613 E 3rd St. Bloomington Indiana 47401

CONTACT: Erin Loughery, Office Manager at 812-727-0134 or erin@tandembloomington.org

Or check out our Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/WRKWWBOCVU6Z/ 

 The Lotus Blossoms World Bazaar is a FREE multicultural arts and education event for kids, families, and community members. Volunteers present arts, music, language, and international crafts that let attendees get their hands on the world with more than 30 vibrant, high-energy stations. The Friday edition of the Bazaar is open only to area 4th-graders, but Saturday’s Community Day is free and open to the public. We're looking for 2 - 4 community volunteers to make it a success.  This upcoming Bazaar will take place April 3rd and 4th, 2026.  

Committee members will assist in planning, organizing and making the bazaar a fun and engaging event for families and kids.  The committee will have our initial meeting at Dec 22nd. @ 5:30pm via teams.  Email KP at associatedirector@lotusfest.org

We are a new non-profit in town offering EAS (Equine Assisted Services), and we need your help getting our programs rolling! We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, and believe everyone deserves equal access to the resources each person or animal needs to thrive.  We aim to create a transformative haven where all sentient beings have a safe space to  heal from the sufferings of the world. In addition to our EAS programming, we are developing a program to grow food and feed people in need. Although we will take in-kind donations, our greatest need at this time is to meet our fundraising goal of $35,000 by March 1, 2026, so we can meet the needs of as many families as possible. Please use this link to reach our donation page https://www.crestedhill.com/donate-2 or mail donations to 2025 N. Russell Road, Bloomington, IN, 47408. We accept drop-offs at this same location, but please call ahead at (812)272-5912 to make arrangements.

Here is a link to our Amazon Wish List https://a.co/byUDNbe

Women of Owen County!

Are you a successful woman working in leadership or male-dominated field? This is an opportunity for career women to come talk to our members about what your success journey looks like. Our club strives to help every member learn to be a successful adult, this is an opportunity to encourage and embolden girls specifically. If you want to come inspire girls to pursue their dreams, please sign up to give a Career Presentation! One hour of your time could inspire our members for a lifetime.

If you have any questions please reach out to jpatterson@bgcbloomington.org or cpayne@bgcbloomington.org. We want to work with you to make this happen!

We're looking for volunteers to help staff our free bike shop, located on the B-Line in downtown Bloomington. No prior bike mechanic experience is required. We'd love to teach you new skills, like how to fix a flat or adjust brakes. If fixing bikes isn't your thing, we're always in need of people to help get the shop organized. Come by and meet us soon!

https://btownbikeproject.org/

Become a Caring Companion with Area 10 Agency on Aging and help older adults and individuals with disabilities remain independent, safe, and socially connected. 

As a volunteer, you’ll be matched with someone based on the types of support you’re comfortable providing. You can choose from a variety of helpful tasks, including: 

This is a great opportunity for students to build social service skills, families to volunteer together, or anyone who wants to brighten someone’s day.  Area 10 serves all of Monroe and Owen counties, and volunteers can choose where to help based on what’s convenient to where they live, work, or spend time. 

Commitment:  Just one hour per week, with a minimum commitment of six months (or one semester for students). 

Families welcome! Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Requirements:  Volunteers must attend an orientation, complete an application, and agree to a limited criminal history check. 

Interested? 

Contact: Amy Wardlow at Area 10 Agency on Aging 

812-935-2523 | awardlow@area10agency.org 

Or apply online: area10agency.org/volunteer-application

WHY DONATE? Help us continue to fight hunger.

WHO WILL BENEFIT? The people who benefit from Pantry 279 are of all ages and backgrounds.  We provide food and toiletries.

DONATION INFORMATION: Donations can be made on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11am-6pm and Saturday from 11am-3pm. at 3609 St Rd. 46, Bloomington (in Smith Pike Plaza between Urban Air and El Ranchero). Donation boxes are also located around the back if donations are made during off hours

CONTACT: Cindy Chavez, (812) 606-1524, pantry279@yahoo.com

AMAZON WISH LIST LINK

OUR IN-KIND DONATION WISH LIST:

     Paypal  pantry279@yahoo.com

     Venmo   @pantry279

     Mail direct P.O. Box 312, Ellettsville, IN 47429

HOLIDAY & SEASONAL NEEDS

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!

Get your Double Dutch Jump Rope on by teaching young people to Jump, Read, Sing, Selfesteem.

WHY DONATE? When Goat Conspiracy "transfarmed" from a for-profit dairy to a nonprofit sanctuary, we had to find new, diverse sources of revenue. We offer tours, goat yoga, and private and public events, but as a young organization, we definitely rely on donors to help provide the best lives for our residents. 119 goats need literal tons of hay and regular health checks and veterinary care. Donors ensure that they can live their best lives.

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:

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 

Amazon Wish List

OUR IN-KIND DONATION WISH LIST:

Deodorant (travel size ideal)

Razors and Shaving Cream

Laundry Detergent (liquid or in pod form) 

Winter Hats, Gloves, Coats, & Jackets

Sweatshirts & Sweaters, both men and women, all adult sizes

Sweatpants, Jeans & Belts, both men and women, all adult sizes

Rain Ponchos & Umbrellas

Thermal Underwear

Sneakers & Boots, both men and women, all adult sizes

Backpacks, Carry Bags & Rolling Suitcases

Sleeping Bags, Tents & Tarps

Paper Towels

Blankets

Over the Counter Medications (pain relief, cold & flu, allergy, heartburn)

Ground Coffee 

Canned Food – Institutional Size

Postage Stamps

First Aid Supplies (triple antibiotic, bandages, gauze wraps, etc)

Shampoo and Conditioner (regular and travel sized)

Cough Drops

Washcloths and Towels

Sunscreen

For questions, please reach out to Tory Crowe at tory@beaconinc.org or 812-334-5734 x 113

The Area 10 Agency on Aging Mobile Food Pantry uses decorated barrels to collect food donations — and after more than a decade of service, they’re in need of a refresh. Some are painted, others are covered in collage art, and many are showing signs of wear.

Here’s what we need help with:

Please note: Volunteers will need to provide their own arts and crafts materials, such as paint, brushes, adhesives, and collage supplies.

Need help with logistics? We can assist with dropping off and picking up barrels to make it easier for your group to participate. Let us know how many barrels your group would like to work on.

Whether you're a community organization, school club, scout troop, or just a group of friends who love a good DIY challenge, we’d love your help.

Interested?

Please contact Suzanne Donnelly at 812-935-2553 or sdonnelly@area10agency.org, or Amy Wardlow at 812-935-2523 or awardlow@area10agency.org.

The Area 10 Agency on Aging Mobile Food Pantry provides monthly supplemental groceries to homebound, income-eligible individuals, helping them maintain independence through better access to food and nutritional education.

Perry Township Trustee/ Bobby's Pantry is in need of donations including;

Donations can be made Mon.-Fri. from 9am-3pm at 1010 S. Walnut St., Suite A, Bloomington, IN 47401

For more information or assistance contact: Nancy Duncan, Food Pantry Manager/Coordinator at foodpantry@perrytownship.info  or call 812-336-3713.

The Hoosier Diaper Program is Desperate for Diapers!  

We need diapers sizes 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 (NOT newborn, 1 or 2) and training pant sizes 2T/3T, 3T/4T, 4T/5T, 5T/6T.

We also need wipes.

You can order them for us (we're not picky on brands) on Amazon via our Amazon Wish List: https://a.co/c8JApl5

We are also looking for local groups and organizations to run diaper drives for us.  We would prefer if you would do a drive for a specific size (or just wipes!), that helps ensure folks don't donate sizes newborn, 1, or 2, which we are well stocked on for many months. 

We distribute >20,000 diapers per month, so partners interested in doing an annual drive would be amazing.  We're willing to help make your drive a success!

We do get intermittent mass restocks via the Indiana Diaper Bank, but it's not enough to fill local (and growing) need.

WHY DONATE? Empower young people at all of our locations. 

WHO WILL BENEFIT? Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington has four different units: Lincoln Street, Ferguson Crestmont, Ellettsville and Owen County.  Donations will benefit youth at all locations!

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 803 N. Monroe St. Bloomington, IN 47402

CONTACT: Rachel Dobias - rdobias@bgcbloomington.org

CLUB PROGRAM WISH LIST: Please Click Here to View*

CLUB PROGRAM WISH LIST (AMAZON): Please Click Here

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. 

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

The Shalom Community Center 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 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 use 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.

Why donate: Donating working appliances and furniture helps Habitat Monroe County build affordable homes.  Donating helps reuse/recycle items for a more sustainable planet while also reducing solid waste disposal.

Who benefits: Income eligible community members.

Donation information: Donations can be made Tue through Sat, 11am to 4pm, at 850 S. College Mall Rd Bloomington, IN.  ReStore has a pick-up service for appliances and furniture.

Contact: Ron Smith, 812 331-2660 ext 103, or ronsmith@monroecountyhabitat.org for more info.

WISH LIST Priorities

Bloomington PRIDE is seeking a Development Coordinator to serve as a voting member of the Board of Directors and lead the board’s fundraising and donor engagement strategy. This is a volunteer board position, not a staff fundraising role.

The Development Coordinator helps sustain PRIDE’s mission by supporting donor campaigns, building relationships with sponsors and funders, and identifying grant and partnership opportunities. This board member will collaborate with other board members and staff to ensure that fundraising aligns with programming needs and values.

We’re looking for someone who brings creativity, relationship-building skills, and fundraising or grant-writing experience to our work.

For more information, please contact info@bloomingtonpride.org.

Bloomington PRIDE is seeking a Programming Coordinator to serve as a voting member of the Board of Directors and support the planning and execution of community-centered events and programs. This is a volunteer board position, not a staff or event management role.

The Programming Coordinator helps ensure that PRIDE’s events — from educational workshops to social gatherings to performance spaces — are vibrant, inclusive, and aligned with our mission. This board member will collaborate with staff, volunteers, and fellow board members to brainstorm, plan, and support programming that reflects the diversity and needs of our LGBTQ+ community.

Responsibilities may include helping develop event ideas, coordinating with local partners or performers, supporting volunteer outreach, and advising on logistics or community engagement strategies.

We’re looking for someone creative, collaborative, and passionate about building joyful, affirming, and accessible spaces for LGBTQ+ people across identities and backgrounds.

For more information, please contact info@bloomingtonpride.org

Bloomington PRIDE is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to serve as a voting member of the Board of Directors and lead the board’s marketing and outreach strategy. This is a volunteer board position, not a staff communications role.

The Marketing Coordinator is responsible for shaping the public voice of PRIDE through inclusive messaging, engaging social media, and consistent branding across platforms. This board member will work closely with others to amplify community events, share resources, and ensure PRIDE’s values and programs are visible and accessible.

We’re looking for someone with experience in communications, marketing, or storytelling — especially someone who is passionate about LGBTQ+ visibility and representation.

For more information, please contact info@bloomingtonpride.org

Bloomington PRIDE is seeking a Board Treasurer to serve as a voting member and officer of the Board of Directors. This is a volunteer leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial health and transparency of the organization.

The Treasurer works closely with the board and staff to maintain accurate financial records, prepare reports, review budgets, and ensure compliance with nonprofit fiscal regulations. This board member will also provide oversight on financial planning, support annual reporting, and help guide long-term financial sustainability.

We’re looking for someone with experience in nonprofit finance or accounting who values responsible stewardship and transparency.

For more information, please contact info@bloomingtonpride.org

Bloomington PRIDE is seeking a Board Secretary to serve as a voting member and officer of the Board of Directors. This is a volunteer leadership role that helps ensure strong organizational governance and internal communication.

The Secretary is responsible for documenting board meetings, managing internal records (like bylaws and policies), and maintaining board communication systems such as scheduling and agenda preparation. This role is crucial for ensuring transparency, continuity, and strong coordination across the board.

We’re looking for someone detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable with collaborative platforms and recordkeeping tools.

For more information, please contact info@bloomingtonpride.org

The Orchard hosts weekly Work and Learn Days, from April to November, and all are welcome to join! 

The Orchard's Work & Learn Days offer a weekly opportunity for community members of all experience-levels to help us cultivate the flagship Orchard site, while developing their own hands-on orcharding skills. The first of these each month begins with an Orchard Tour. We encourage volunteers to bring their own water, hat, sunscreen, close-toed shoes and clothes fit for the season. All are welcome, and no experience is needed – we’ll show you what to do when you arrive!

These events are free, and open to the public, with no registration or experience required (though we appreciate advance notice for groups of 5+ people). We simply ask that you dress appropriately to do outdoor work, and bring plenty of water to stay hydrated. Snacks and drinks will be provided as well as any other tools you may need to help out!

We hope you can join us to get outside and enjoy nature, make new friends, and learn some sustainable, organic orcharding practices. All are welcome.

See you in the Orchard!  

Schedule

Location:  2120 S. Highland Ave., Bloomington, IN 47401 (across from the YMCA)

Please schedule large groups in advance.

Contact: Operations@bloomingtoncommunityorchard.org

Lotus in the Park Committee Member

Create a space where community, culture, and creativity come alive! The Lotus in the Park Committee helps bring one of Lotus’s most joyful, inclusive events to life. This free, family-friendly experience invites the public to engage with global music, art, and hands-on cultural activities in a welcoming outdoor setting.

Committee members play a key role in planning, logistics, and day-of support—especially by assisting our arts partners and helping create an engaging, accessible environment for kids, families, and community members.

This role is perfect for those who believe in the power of cultural exchange, love working with people of all ages, and want to help create moments of inspiration and connection that ripple beyond the event itself.

For more information email associatedirector@lotusfest.org

Volunteer Opportunity: Streets Committee Member

Bloomington, Indiana

Help shape the heart of the Lotus Festival experience! The Streets Committee is essential to creating the vibrant atmosphere that makes the Lotus World Music & Arts Festival unforgettable. This team manages festival logistics outside of performance venues—transforming the streets of downtown Bloomington into a safe, welcoming, and visually engaging celebration of global culture.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with layout planning and setup for outdoor spaces

Coordinating signage, maps, and wayfinding

Managing crowd flow and aesthetics throughout festival zones

Supporting both set-up and tear-down phases of the event

Whether you're passionate about design, logistics, or making public spaces come alive, the Streets Committee offers a hands-on opportunity to be part of the creative force behind the festival. Your work helps ensure that every guest feels welcomed, guided, and inspired as they explore all Lotus has to offer. No previous experience needed—just a strong team spirit and a love for community energy! Find out more and get involved: lotusfest.org or email associatedirector@lotusfust.org

Venue Committee Member

Bloomington, Indiana

Help us bring the Lotus Festival to life! The Venue Committee plays a vital role in the behind-the-scenes magic of the Lotus World Music & Arts Festival. As a committee member, you'll be part of the team responsible for planning and preparing our festival venues across Bloomington—transforming everyday spaces into welcoming stages for global music, art, and connection.

Key responsibilities include:

Whether you're detail-oriented, love organizing spaces, or want to support meaningful cultural events from the ground up, this role offers a chance to make a visible impact.  Your work helps create inclusive, well-organized environments that embody the Lotus mission of global connection and cultural celebration. No prior experience required—just a willingness to be hands-on, collaborative, and committed to the festival spirit! Learn more and get involved: lotusfest.org or email associatedirector@lotusfest.org

Windfall Dancers has a beautiful garden on top of a hill near the stadium. We need people to assist with garden maintenance including weeding and planting. This can be done on an individual schedule. We have a list of needs for each zone of the garden that we can share with interested in volunteers.

My Sister’s Closet of Monroe County is losing its lease, but the good news is, we have finally found a building to relocate our Free Client Services!  We are closing May 30th, and need the community’s help towards the purchase of this building.  How can you help?  Go to our website's donate page located at www.sisterscloset.org/relocation-fund/.

Also, consider attending our Roaring Gala April 26th. Get your ticket or reserve your table today at  https://event.auctria.com/f6ae77f8-c521-4662-912d-cc9f6291b14c/ Last date to purchase tickets for this event is Tuesday, April 22nd.

Did you know we have an Amazon Wishlist with our most pressing needs?  Click the link or copy/paste this URL into your browser:https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UPRHOBW7HIJ4?leftNavSection=Shopping&ref_=abls_lnv_sl

My Sister's Closet is currently out of the following items for clients:

Most Needed Client Items 

Call 812.320.0652 with questions or to arrange a donation.

Running My Sister’s Closet requires ongoing supplies to serve both clients as well as volunteers.
The following is a list of items we are always in need of:

At Habitat for Humanity, our mission is to expand affordable housing opportunities by partnering with people in our community. Our vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live!

We currently have two available administrative/office volunteer opportunities:

If you or someone you know would like to contribute, please reach out to mperez@monroecountyhabitat.org. We’d love to discuss these opportunities!

WHY DONATE? Help us share the visual arts with Bloomington

WHO WILL BENEFIT? Your donation will help us communicate with the public more effectively, through written and spoken word. It will allow us to provide enrichment in our kids' classes as they have more opportunities to get hands-on.

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 229 W Grimes Ave, Bloomington IN 47403

CONTACT: Abby Gitlitz, (812) 369-4777, bcgcglass@gmail.com

OUR IN-KIND DONATION WISH LIST:

HOLIDAY & SEASONAL NEEDS: NA

OUR 1 BIG WISH:

Special Olympics is constantly involved in activities such as the start of a new season, fundraising events large and small or highlighting individuals who are wonderful athletes or volunteers. A public relations coordinator would help us attract new athletes and volunteers, announce to the county about the exciting events in the future and showcase the people who participate, volunteer and manage our activities. The coordinator will need to participate in a required training that would also generate a background check initiated by our state office. We meet once a month, 3rd Thursday at 5:30pm and ask that the coordinator dedicate 3 years to the position. It is very rewarding and you may find yourself helping out at other Special Olympic opportunities. 

Cancer Support Community (CSC) provides youth art backpack kits to children impacted by cancer. Both children who have cancer themselves, and children who have a parent or family member with cancer may receive the Youth Art Backpacks. Youth Art Backpacks include art & craft supplies, journaling and mindfulness activity supplies, and cancer related mental health resources for age appropriate youth, and parents. 

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Link to Amazon wish list for CSC Youth Art Backpack supplies:

https://a.co/91kxC7

Items can be purchased and shipped directly to CSC through Amazon.

Drop Off Location: 

Cancer Support Community South Central Indiana

1719 W 3rd St, Bloomington, IN 47404

Drop Off Times:

Tuesday - Thursday

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Contact:

info@cancersupportscin.org

(812) 233–3286

cancersupportscin.org