Opportunities From: City of Bloomington Volunteer Network

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) Club allows youth to learn through play.

Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) is the world's premier tabletop role-playing game (RPG) where players create characters, embark on imaginary adventures (dungeons, monsters, treasure), guided by a Dungeon Master (DM), using storytelling, dice, and rulebooks to collaboratively build epic fantasy tales, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and social bonding, with recent editions (like 5th Edition) making it more accessible and popular than ever.

Playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) offers kids significant benefits, boosting social-emotional skills like empathy, teamwork, and communication, alongside cognitive growth in critical thinking, math, and problem-solving, all within a creative, collaborative narrative that enhances literacy and even mental well-being by building confidence and reducing anxiety. It's a fun, engaging tool for learning, character development, and exploring complex themes safely.

We are looking for volunteers to come teach D&D and play the game with the members.

Tuesdays from 5:15-6:45 PM running from February - April for the Spring Semester.  The program will not run on during Spring Break.

Dance Club at the Lincoln Street Boys & Girls Club teaches members the basics of dance and movement. Members will learn different styles of dance including contemporary & hip hop, culminating in a performance in-Club at the end of the session. 

Looking for a volunteer that would like to take the lead and help to run this program. There is an existing curriculum, but I would love it if someone takes ownership with their own plans and curriculum to run for our members!

There will be 2 Sessions on Wednesdays running from February 9th through April 6th. from 5:15-6:00 PM and from 6:00-6:45 PM.

The program will not run on February 16th or March 16th due to closed dates or spring break.

Dance Club at the Ellettsville Boys & Girls Club teaches members the basics of dance and movement. Members will learn different styles of dance including contemporary and hip hop, culminating in a performance in-Club at the end of the session. 

Looking for a volunteer that would like to take the lead and help to run this program. There is an existing curriculum, but I would love it if someone takes ownership with their own plans/curriculum to run for our members!

There will be 2 Sessions on Tuesdays running from February 9th through April 6th.

The program will not run on February 16th or March 16th due to closed dates or spring break.

Crochet/Knitting Club

Help youth create!  Knitting and crocheting offer a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional benefits, primarily due to their repetitive, rhythmic motions and the satisfaction of creating tangible items.

Members will learn the basics of knitting, crochet, as well as finger crochet. 

We are looking for someone with crochet and knitting knowledge to come once a week and teach members how to knit/crochet!

This program will take place on Thursdays.  There are two back to back sessions for two different age groups from 4:15-5:15 and 5:15-6:15 PM.  We would love a volunteer that can do both sessions but we are open to a volunteer that can only do one of the sessions as well.  

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

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 you started.

We are actively recruiting volunteers for the Spring Semester across multiple Club locations!

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

You can make a difference for a child in our community by becoming a Club tutor! Help a child learn and close gaps in Math or Language Arts during the after school hours at our Bloomington, Ellettsville, or Spencer locations. Training and task support provided, background check and an interview required. This is a semester long volunteer opportunity (10 weeks). Training is ongoing.  Every new volunteer starts off with a quick 15 minute phone call where I can explain the program to you, ask a few questions, and give you the opportunity to ask yours before you commit to the tutoring program. 

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

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

We need tutors in Bloomington, Ellettsville, and Spencer!

For questions or additional information contact kbateman@bgcbloomington.org

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

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

Complete the Volunteer Application through MyClubHub here.  

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

You will have a discussion with our Circle Mentor Lead to determine the fit of this opportunity and if it is a match you will then be provided with the steps to get started.

Chess Club
Chess Club is the perfect place for kids who love strategy, creativity, and friendly competition. Together, members will build their skills, learn new techniques, and challenge one another through guided play. Chess offers young people meaningful cognitive, social, and emotional benefits—boosting problem-solving, concentration, memory, strategic thinking, patience, and sportsmanship while also reducing screen time and supporting academic growth, especially in math.

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

Volunteers should have a basic understanding of chess to help teach and play games with members.

Ideally, volunteers can commit to an hour a week for the 10-week program.

This program takes place on Wednesdays from 5:15–6:00 PM, and we are looking for two volunteers each week.

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

Join us to help clean up Camp Rock and get it ready for the kids this Summer.

Camp Rock is located on beautiful Lake Lemon.  Fall and Winter can make a natural mess at Camp Rock and we want it in the best shape when we reopen for the youth!  As we near the end of winter we need you!

This opportunity largely focuses on cleaning up key areas of the Camp Rock property.  There will be some other projects as well around the building inside and out.   If you have special construction or landscape skills let us know when you sign up.

If you have a leaf blower we would love you to bring it! We have rakes! Work Gloves and Water Bottles are good to bring.

Any questions don't hesitate to ask. This is outdoors so if we see inclement weather in the forecast that day we will send communications out in advance to keep you in the know!

See you at Camp for this wonderful outdoor opportunity!

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

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.

The look of the Club impacts our youth each and every day they enter the Club!  Help us keep the experience and environment excellent!

We will be cleaning up all of the debris and trash from around the Club from winter and have everything fresh and ready to go for the nice weather ahead. 

Volunteers will assist with things like mulching, trimming, weeding, and making the garden beds beautiful and ready to grow!  We will also clean up any trash, leaves, or other debris that has collected over the cold months.

We want our members to take pride in their clubs. We want them to see the building and be excited to be there and take part.

Dress for the weather!  Work/Garden Gloves are a plus!

The Club will provide the bags and tools to assist with clean up.

Many hands make lite work!  With a great group of volunteers this could take an hour or less.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

The look of the Club impacts our youth each and every day they enter the Club!  Help us keep the experience and environment excellent!

We will be cleaning up all of the debris and trash from around the Club from winter and have everything fresh and ready to go for the nice weather ahead. 

Volunteers will assist with things like mulching, trimming, weeding, and making the garden beds beautiful and ready to grow!  We will also clean up any trash, leaves, or other debris that has collected over the cold months.

We want our members to take pride in their clubs. We want them to see the building and be excited to be there and take part.

Dress for the weather!  Work/Garden Gloves are a plus!

The Club will provide the bags and tools to assist with clean up.

Many hands make lite work!  With a great group of volunteers this could take an hour or less.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

The dance will be held at our Lincoln Street Club on Saturday, March 28th from 5-7PM.

We will have activities, arts and crafts, refreshments, and a dance floor!

There are two opportunities.  You can sign up for one or sign up for both!

Setup 1:00-5:00 PM

Event 4:30-8:00 PM

What will volunteers be doing?

Set up and tear down, greeters and check-in, and leading/monitoring activities and crafts!

Do I need to bring anything?

Don't need to bring anything!  We do have water bottle filling stations. 

What should I wear?

Dress appropriate for family dance and the Ozdust theme.

How will you make a difference?

If you enjoy working with youth and families this is a great place to help make great moments! Community events allow The Clubs to celebrate not only our current members but also to reach those in the community that might not know about our services.  You help make the night one to remember for years to come.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

The dance will be held at our Lincoln Street Club on Saturday, March 28th from 5-7PM.

We will have activities, arts and crafts, refreshments, and a dance floor!

There are two opportunities.  You can sign up for one or sign up for both!

Setup 1:00-5:00 PM

Event 4:30-8:00 PM

What will volunteers be doing?

Set up and tear down, greeters and check-in, and leading/monitoring activities and crafts!

Do I need to bring anything?

Don't need to bring anything!  We do have water bottle filling stations. 

What should I wear?

Dress appropriate for family dance and the Ozdust theme.

How will you make a difference?

If you enjoy working with youth and families this is a great place to help make great moments! Community events allow The Clubs to celebrate not only our current members but also to reach those in the community that might not know about our services.  You help make the night one to remember for years to come.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

The look of the Club impacts our youth each and every day they enter the Club!  Help us keep the experience and environment excellent!

We will be cleaning up all of the debris and trash from around the Club from winter and have everything fresh and ready to go for the nice weather ahead. 

Volunteers will assist with things like mulching, trimming, weeding, and making the garden beds beautiful and ready to grow!  We will also clean up any trash, leaves, or other debris that has collected over the cold months.

We want our members to take pride in their clubs. We want them to see the building and be excited to be there and take part.

Dress for the weather!  Work/Garden Gloves are a plus!

The Club will provide the bags and tools to assist with clean up.

Many hands make lite work!  With a great group of volunteers this could take an hour or less.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

Eat Thank Love is our annual donor appreciation luncheon, where we showcase what our clubs have been able to accomplish throughout the year thanks to the generosity of our community partners. 

On Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm we are looking for volunteers to assist with the event teardown and clean up.

Once this event ends we have a very short turnaround to have the space cleared so that the youth are able to come back to the Club after school and have their gym ready to go for that days play!

Teardown volunteers will work with our staff to collect trash, box up food, teardown tables/chairs, and anything else we need to have the Club ready to go!

All volunteers should wear closed-toed shoes, business casual attire.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

Eat Thank Love is our annual donor appreciation luncheon, where we showcase what our clubs have been able to accomplish throughout the year thanks to the generosity of our community partners. 

On Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm we are looking for volunteers to assist with parking for this event. This simple volunteer opportunity can have a big impact ensuring not only the safety and success of the event operations, but also being the greeting face for our special guests.

All volunteers should wear closed-toed shoes, business casual attire.

Parking attendants should dress warmly, heavy coat/gloves/beanies.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

Eat Thank Love is our annual donor appreciation luncheon, where we showcase what our clubs have been able to accomplish throughout the year thanks to the generosity of our community partners. 

On Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm we are looking for volunteers to assist with this event.

This general event volunteer opportunity can have a big impact ensuring not only the safety and success of the event operations, but also being the greeting face for our special guests.  This can include anything from helping a guest find their seat, getting more supplies, answering questions or any other help that helps ensure everything runs smoothly.

All volunteers should wear closed-toed shoes, business casual attire.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

Eat Thank Love is our annual donor appreciation luncheon, where we showcase what our clubs have been able to accomplish throughout the year thanks to the generosity of our community partners. 

On Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 from 4:30pm-6:30pm we are looking for volunteers for our event set up crew to help with decorations and preparing the space for this wonderful event.

Volunteers should wear closed-toed shoes and be ready to move, carry, arrange, and general event set up tasks.

If there is an obstacle signing up on Bloomington Volunteer Network you can simply email cpayne@bgcbloomington.org with the event that you would like to attend and we can do that for you.  Or you can text or call 812-322-5254.

Home Ec. Program

In Home Ec, kids learn practical life skills that last a lifetime! From cooking and nutrition to basic sewing and household management, this program helps children build independence, confidence, and creativity—all while having fun and exploring new skills.

Volunteers for this program will assist the youth in the activity of the day.

The program runs on Wednesdays from 5:15-6:00 PM for our 3rd-5th grade group.

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

Volunteers can serve in the Club once as a guest. To volunteer in any capacity in the Club more than once volunteers must complete the volunteer onboarding process and have an active Club Volunteer Membership.

Garden Club engages youth with gardening!

Get ready to grow with the 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.

Karate Volunteer

In Karate, kids build strength, focus, and confidence while learning the fundamentals of martial arts. This program teaches discipline, respect, and self-control, all in a safe and supportive environment. Plus, children have a blast staying active and mastering new skills!

Some experience in karate or as a karate or martial arts instructor is a plus, but not required to volunteer.

We are seeking volunteers that can commit to once a week for the 10 weeks of the program in the Spring semester.

The program runs on Thursdays from 4:15-5:15 PM for our Kindergarten through 2nd grade group.

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

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.

Edison Robots Volunteer Opportunity

Help spark curiosity and creativity by volunteering with our Robotics program! Volunteers will support kids as they learn the basics of coding, problem-solving, and teamwork using Edison robots and legos. No prior robotics or coding experience is required—just a willingness to encourage, guide, and cheer students on as they experiment, troubleshoot, and celebrate their successes.

Your support helps make STEM learning fun, hands-on, and accessible while inspiring confidence and critical thinking in young learners.

We are looking for volunteers interested in participating once a week for the full 10 weeks of the program.  Signing up for this opportunity will get you in touch with our program lead to discuss the details, the schedule, and any other questions you may have to determine if this is the perfect fit for you.

This program runs on Tuesdays for grades 3-5 from 5:15-6:00 PM at the Ellettsville Club.

This runs starting the week of February 9th through April 16th (we will not be having sessions  during the week of spring break)

In the Silly Science program at the Lincoln Street Boys & Girls Club members learn science through fun experiments, games, and projects. This program will cover chemistry, biology, engineering, and physics activities.

After a full day of school we want to keep the learning going but make sure it is fun!  This program engages the youth in learning all about the science in the world around us with play, smiles and laughter, and yes, sometimes slime too!

Volunteers assist with program set up, helping the members with the activity of the day and cleaning up as the program wraps up.  No science expertise is required!

Volunteers can serve in the Club once as a guest. To volunteer in any capacity in the Club more than once volunteers must complete the volunteer onboarding process and have an active Club Volunteer Membership.

The Mindfulness Program is an opportunity for the Club members to learn about mindfulness and social emotional learning with some fun, hands-on activities!

Members will learn about emotional states with emoji games, breathing with balloons, and more!

There are so many benefits of youth utilizing mindfulness practices including increasing positive emotions, focus, memory, attention, and compassion, while decreasing stress and negative emotions. A study published in Developmental Psychology reported 15% better math scores and 24% less aggressive behaviors in elementary students for those utilizing these skills on a regular basis.

Volunteers can join this program on Mondays from 5:15-6:00 PM at the Lincoln Street Club to assist with the program and help members increase their mindfulness skills!  No experience needed.

Volunteers can serve in the Club once as a guest. To volunteer in any capacity in the Club more than once volunteers must complete the volunteer onboarding process and have an active Club Volunteer Membership.

Garden Club engages youth with gardening!

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.

Volunteers can serve in the Club once as a guest. To volunteer in any capacity in the Club more than once volunteers must complete the volunteer onboarding process and have an active Club Volunteer Membership.

SMART Girls helps girls develop toward healthy attitudes.

SMART Girls is a small-group health, fitness, prevention/education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls. Club girls explore their own and societal attitudes and values as they build skills.

This program runs on Tuesday & Thursday from 5:15-6:00 PM at the Lincoln Street Club.

Female volunteers can join in the conversation, share their story, and be a mentor and inspiration for girls in the Club.

Volunteers can serve in the Club once as a guest. To volunteer in any capacity in the Club more than once volunteers must complete the volunteer onboarding process and have an active Club Volunteer Membership.

We are looking for a volunteer to help Club kids explore the fun and creativity of cooking through our Cooking Club! This opportunity is approximately an hour and a half per week for ten weeks, taking place on Mondays and Tuesdays from 5:15 to 6:45PM starting the week of February 9th through April 16th (we will not be having sessions  during the week of spring break) at the Lincoln Street Club.

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

Safe Space will focus on fun and engaging Social-Emotional Learning activities and discussions!

We will use bubbles to discuss breathing techniques, read picture books, and do crafts together.

For any member that wants a calm space while they're at the Club, Safe Space is for them!

Volunteers for this program will assist the staff with the members and activities.

If you sign up for a single shift you can come as a guest. To sign up for more than one shift you will need to complete our volunteer onboarding process.

This program runs on Thursdays from 5:15-6:00 PM

The First Tee program introduces youth to the game of golf while helping them develop important life skills.

Participants learn not only the fundamentals of golf, but also the core values the sport embodies; integrity, respect, perseverance, and more. Through hands-on practice and supportive coaching, members build confidence on and off the course.

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

This program takes place on Wednesdays from 5:15–6:45 PM.

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

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 takes 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!

In order to serve additional schools in our communities including Covenant Christian, Harmony, St. Charles, and Seven Oaks it requires the Clubs to provide transportation from school to the Club after school each weekday.  When Club staff are driving it means that they are away from caring for the youth that are in the Club.

We need drivers who are at least 22 years of age with a clean driving record who would like to assist with transportation from these schools to the Club. The Club vehicles are minibuses and do not require a CDL license. 

If you could drive a couple of days or all 5 days each week we need you!  This helps us continue to serve all of the youth of the community.

Signing up for this opportunity will let us know of your interest and we will be in touch to discuss further with you about helping to serve either at our Ellettsville or Lincoln Street Club.

A Motor Vehicle Report and background check will be processed to volunteer as a driver.

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 takes place on Fridays from 4:15-5:15 PM from February 9th through April 6th.  The program will not run on March 20th or March 27th due to Spring Break.

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!

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 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.

Bloomington Skateboarders!  We need you!

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 special tricks at all.

Skill taught in this program are; Stance, Pushing, Stopping, Carving, Turning, Falling, Drop Down, etc. If you can ride a board on flat ground you have all the skill you need to be an expert in this program! The love of helping others learn to skate is the key to a great experience.

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

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

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

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)

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!

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

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