Opportunities From: City of Bloomington Volunteer Network

Volunteer: History in Bloom

Explore the stories that have outlived the deceased at one of Bloomington’s most historic cemeteries, timed to coincide with the spectacular bloom of the cemetery’s famed peonies!

Duties: Help with event setup, parking, greeting participants, serving as tour guides, and teardown.

Training: On-site training provided. 

Age of Volunteers: 16 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. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Explore the stories that have outlived the deceased at one of Bloomington’s most historic cemeteries, timed to coincide with the spectacular bloom of the cemetery’s famed peonies!

Duties: Help with event setup, parking, greeting participants, serving as tour guides, and teardown.

Training: On-site training provided. 

Age of Volunteers: 16 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. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On May 16, 2026

Zip Code: 47404

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Flights of Fancy: Kites and Bubbles in the Park

Soar into a day of wonder and whimsy at Switchyard Park! Watch kites dance and bubbles sparkle in the sky as your imagination takes flight.  

Duties: Help with event setup, kite decoration, bubble stations, and teardown.   Training: On-site training provided.

Volunteer Ages: 16 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.  

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Soar into a day of wonder and whimsy at Switchyard Park! Watch kites dance and bubbles sparkle in the sky as your imagination takes flight.  

Duties: Help with event setup, kite decoration, bubble stations, and teardown.   Training: On-site training provided.

Volunteer Ages: 16 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.  

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On May 16, 2026

Zip Code: 47403

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Summer Launch Party

Join us for a fun-filled lineup of programs, events, and activities hosted by Bloomington Parks and Recreation this summer!

Duties:
Help with event setup, supervising game and craft areas, and teardown. 

Training: On-site training provided.
 
Age of Volunteers: 16 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Join us for a fun-filled lineup of programs, events, and activities hosted by Bloomington Parks and Recreation this summer!

Duties:
Help with event setup, supervising game and craft areas, and teardown. 

Training: On-site training provided.
 
Age of Volunteers: 16 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47401

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Free Range Arcade

Get your game on with unique creations from local and regional developers — all types of games, all in one place!  

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, helping participants build their own board game, other activities, and teardown.  

Volunteer Ages: 16 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Get your game on with unique creations from local and regional developers — all types of games, all in one place!  

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, helping participants build their own board game, other activities, and teardown.  

Volunteer Ages: 16 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47403

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 50+ Expo

Bloomington's premier showcase of products and services for Boomers, seniors, and caregivers.

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with event setup and tear down, as well as manage the welcome table. 

Volunteer Ages: 16 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Bloomington's premier showcase of products and services for Boomers, seniors, and caregivers.

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with event setup and tear down, as well as manage the welcome table. 

Volunteer Ages: 16 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47403

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Community Zoo by You

Earn honorary Zookeeper status by creating animal crafts with us!

Duties: Assist with setup, crafting, activities, and teardown.

Training:
On-site training provided.

Age of Volunteers: 14 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Earn honorary Zookeeper status by creating animal crafts with us!

Duties: Assist with setup, crafting, activities, and teardown.

Training:
On-site training provided.

Age of Volunteers: 14 and up. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47403

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Weed Wrangles - Urban Greenspace

Help control invasive species while helping create healthier wildlife habitats. Learn alongside experts while spending time in nature!

Duties: Volunteers will be bending, hiking, and climbing as needed. Gloves and tools are provided. Dress for outdoors, wear a hat, and bring a water bottle.

 Times: Times and locations vary - please visit our volunteer dashboard for more information on when and where upcoming Wrangles will be occurring.

 Age of Volunteers: 12 yrs. and up. (Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.) Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Help control invasive species while helping create healthier wildlife habitats. Learn alongside experts while spending time in nature!

Duties: Volunteers will be bending, hiking, and climbing as needed. Gloves and tools are provided. Dress for outdoors, wear a hat, and bring a water bottle.

 Times: Times and locations vary - please visit our volunteer dashboard for more information on when and where upcoming Wrangles will be occurring.

 Age of Volunteers: 12 yrs. and up. (Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.) Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian. Complete our digital waiver.

Please Note: If you are planning to use this opportunity for Pre-Trial Diversion, you MUST complete this background check form and receive approval from our Community Relations Coordinator PRIOR to arriving for your first volunteer shift. Failure to do so will result in your hours not being counted towards your service requirement.

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47401

Allow Groups: No