Opportunities From: City of Bloomington Volunteer Network

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

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

YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!

The Hospitality Desk is the hub of The Shalom Center day shelter. We are looking for volunteers to work a 2-hour shift at the front desk any day Monday through Friday, distributing guests' mail and messages, assisting with distributing toiletries and life essentials, and registering guests to take showers, do laundry, or to see a crisis caseworker. It is one of our most essential services. 

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

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

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

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

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Come join us at the HHFB Garden at Will Detmer Park! We have 1 acre of land where we grow food for our community. Everything we grow goes to our over 100 partner agencies in 6 counties. We offer opportunities on Mondays and Fridays from 930am-Noon and are always in need of help!

WHAT TO BRING: Please wear close-toed shoes, gloves and sun protection recommended.

NO experience or green thumb necessary. 

If you have any questions, please contact our garden manager, Cory Lamping, at garden@hhfoodbank.org

(Church, Temple, Synagogue, Mosque, etc)

- transportation to and from worship, congregational activities/events, etc.

- a friend to sit with

- Someone to talk to before, during, or after

- Maybe a friend to just hang out with occasionally

- Some may need more physical support and assistance

Far majority of people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities do have a faith tradition that is important to them. However,  many do not attend regularly. The two biggest reasons for this are: they don't feel welcome, and they don't have access (transportation). This leads to exclusion; exclusion from their faith, exclusion from meaningful relationships, and more. 

This opportunity will not only enrich the life of your Spiritual Companion but also enrich YOUR life.

Looking for a way to make a real impact in just a few hours? Volunteer at Tails on the Town on June 12. You will help create a fun, high-energy event that supports thousands of pets in our community. No special experience is needed. Just show up ready to help and be part of a team that cares.

There are lots of different shifts to choose from whether you help set up, run a carnival game, help with the auction, or assist at the registration table. Pizza and drinks provided to all volunteers. 

And after your shift ends, stick around and enjoy the atmosphere. 

You can sign up directly at https://dash.pointapp.org/events/561475

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)

We are recruiting volunteers for the Fall 2026 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 and Ellettsville!

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.  

We are looking for mentors for the 26-27 School Year!

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.

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!

As of February 22, we have limited capacity to take on new volunteers at our campus while we navigate our tornado recovery. BUT we do need lots of volunteers for our signature event, Tails on the Town

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

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

Volunteer Position Descriptions:

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

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

Mobile Clinic:

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

Special Events:

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

Group Request:

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

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

It's (almost) summer, and the people want bikes! Do you want to let the people down? I didn't think so.

On May 30 and June 6, we'll be opening the shop at 10:30a for bike sales only during the farmers market.

That means we need your help to:

- Greet folks

- Help them find a bike

- Hold onto IDs during test rides

- Take payments for sales

No mechanical expertise needed or offered during these shifts, other than maybe pumping tires. See you there!

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).

Monroe County CASA needs Child Visit Monitors, a position created in 2018 to help observe the situation of children on CASA’s waitlist. A Child Visit Monitor will help to monitor the children through monthly visits until a CASA advocate is available. The Child Visit Monitor will visit a child or sibling group each month in the current placement location and then report back to CASA staff. Child Visit Monitors also help transition a case to a CASA advocate, allowing a smoother transition for the child(ren) involved.

Community members interested in becoming a Child Visit Monitor must be 21 years of age or older, have access to the internet for visit reporting, and be willing to travel outside Monroe County for visits if needed. This volunteer position requires approximately three hours per month of volunteer time and at least one year of service. A CVM does not go to court or participate in other case-related meetings. This is a great volunteer opportunity for someone interested in the CASA program but cannot commit the time to be an advocate.

CASA's waitlist of children in need of an advocate is growing. The Child Visit Monitor position is vital in helping us monitor these cases while waiting for an available advocate.

To apply for the Child Visit Monitor training position, please visit www.monroecountycasa.org/volunteer or call 812-333-2272 for more information. Child Visit Monitor trainings are scheduled on an as-needed basis and last approximately 6 hours, typically spread over two days.

We are looking for a compassionate and dependable volunteer to support our Mini Pantry at Pathways. This role plays an important part in helping provide food and essential items to families in our Compass program. Volunteers will assist with organizing, restocking, and supporting families during pantry visits in a welcoming and respectful environment.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Pantry Volunteer shifts available:

Tuesdays: 3-5:30 pm (this shift can be broken down to better align with your schedule if needed)

If you prefer to be on our volunteer mailing list, and receive updates on on-time shift availabilities, please email jperez@btownpathways.org

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.

Constellation Stage & Screen seeks applicants who are passionate about supporting theater in Bloomington and Southern Indiana and willing to make a commitment to advancing Constellation's mission and vision. The board is composed of people with a broad range of backgrounds and skills, and no prior experience on a theater board is necessary. Skills such as financial, legal, operations, development, HR, management, and more are required to successfully run Constellation Stage & Screen as a $2.1m operation. Additionally we are always looking for Board members who can help expand the scope of our impact to new communities.

Constellation Stage & Screen Board applicants will generally start by serving for 3-6 months on a board committee to learn about the organization and judge if serving on the board is a good fit for them. After that period, both parties will assess if membership seems like a good fit and, if so, such membership entails a three-year commitment.

The Constellation Stage & Screen Board Member Statement of Expectations describes expectations for Board membership:

Constellation Stage & Screen seeks to create an inclusive, welcoming environment and encourages anyone with interest to apply.

To inquire: Complete the Board Inquiry Form and you will be contacted by a member of the Constellation Stage & Screen staff or board to discuss your interest and the right next steps for your engagement.

Questions? If you have any questions, please contact Managing Director Gabe Gloden at gabe@seeconstellation.org or 812-336-7110. 

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.

Are you looking for a unique leadership position that will be a fulfilling and inspiring experience? Are you committed to the welfare of animals? If you answered YES! to those two questions, we would love to connect to you!

The Brown County Humane Society (BCHS) in Nashville, Indiana is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate people with business, leadership, project management or animal welfare experience to join our Board of Directors. Board members are responsible for developing policies and programs to ensure the organization fully realizes its potential for good. Our board members are active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and are fully engaged in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for BCHS to advance its mission.

If you are interested in learning more, email sawerling@gmail.com or jane@bchumane.org.

BCHS is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting animal welfare. We provide temporary shelter to pets in need and promote adoption into permanent, loving homes. We support and promote spaying and neutering to eliminate pet overpopulation. We advocate compassionate care and respect for animals through public education.

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

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.

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

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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!

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

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

Bloomington Peace Choir is a community of people who love to sing. There are NO AUDITIONS. Everyone of any skill level is welcome.  We meet every Tuesday from 6:00-7:30 pm during the academic year to rehearse Peace Choir songs. We meet at Bell Trace Senior Living Center 800 North Bell Trace Circle (just off East 10th a few blocks past the bypass) on the lower level of the Main Senior Living Center in the Commons Room. There is a fee for membership, but the first two weeks are free to see if you like it. We offer partial or working scholarships--just ask our Membership Coordinator about this opportunity. 

Note: Singers under the age of 18 are welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Opportunity House is looking for a Social Media Volunteer to produce and post content to our TikTok profile. 

This is a very flexible position only requiring a visit to the store once a week to take photographs/videos and check in with supervisor.

Experience with social media and photography is important as well as a good eye for detail.

If you love social media or thrifting you’ll enjoy this chance to get more involved.

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.

the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network (BVN) is searching for outstanding volunteers for ongoing and one-time BVN support roles to support the 2026 Be the Change 100,000 Hours Challenge. Volunteers 18 years and older are welcome, hours TBD based on volunteer availability.

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

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

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)

We all know how a good haircut makes us feel - clean, confident, and professional! Barbers/Stylists are needed to put their learned skills of hair cutting and styling to use at Wheeler Mission--Bloomington's Center For Men.

For this shift, we will create a sign-up sheet prior to your scheduled arrival, and you will come with all the supplies to cut hair for the men residing at our Westplex Avenue campus in the near west side of Bloomington.

Depending on the duration of your stay and your speed you could cut between 5-20 heads during your shift. We are open to most days and times and are happy to work around your availability. Let's talk about your schedule!

We are looking for teens interested in producing a monthly event for teens by teens. From a concert to a gallery showing, maybe you'd be more interested in creating a play or improv showcase?  We need you to help us represent you.  What do you want to hear? How do you want to express yourself? We need teen volunteers to help spark the scene.   What more fun can you have while reaching those service hours or that resume bump? Join the team and we will show you. 

If you're a behind the scene, in the scene, or out of the scene we have opportunities and roles to fill.  Marketing and promotion, graphic design, producer, director, stage tech, maybe you are THE ARTIST.  Be apart of the team and let's do cool things that bring people together through music and art. We will meet weekly Saturdays at 3:00pm - 4:30pm at Lotus HQ.  Our call out meeting is Jan 24th, 2026! 

We need a person with excellent photography skills and their own digital camera to take photos at our event. Someone skilled at capturing smiling faces and people interacting would be ideal. We'd like both candid and posed photos to be taken. We will use the photos in our social media, newsletter, website, and to promote the subsequent year's event. Volunteers get to eat free at the event.

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

As a volunteer usher at the IU Cinema, you can see great movies, welcome guests, and get hands-on experience with day-to-day cinema operations.

Ideal qualifications include:

Excellent customer service skills

The ability to work well under pressure

A love of film, a love of people, or both!

Usher responsibilities include scanning tickets, showing guests to seats, distributing programs, ensuring guest safety (including emergency evacuations), answering questions about the cinema or the films, completion of the orientation and training session.

For more information, check out our Volunteer Information page, or contact iucinema@indiana.edu.

Wildlife rehabilitation volunteers assist in hands-on wildlife rehabilitation for ~1,500 animals annually. Tasks widely range depending on your interests! Every day is different and while volunteering you'll work under the direction of a licensed rehabilitator to provide care for a multitude of species. One day you might be assisting in giving fluids to a Great Horned Owl, another you might be learning how to tube feed orphaned rabbits.

If tube feeding opposum joeys is less your style, some volunteers choose to prioritize keeping up with laundry and dishes. Volunteering is individualized to your preferences and wants. If you're timid around foxes but eager to save Eastern box turtles we are more than happy to work with your interests!

Our goal for every animal that comes through our doors is releasing these animals back into their native habitat. Once that time comes you will have the opportunity to open the carrier and watch the opossums, skunks, snakes, birds, etc. that you've cared for go back into the wild. If this sounds like something you would like to do, every pair of hands that we have is another animal we're able to save. We look forward to having you on our team!

MORE INFO ON VOLUNTEERING WITH WILDCARE:

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

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

Cashiers:

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

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

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

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

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

Step Team Instructors

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

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

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

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

SEASONAL REQUESTS:

Opportunity House Thrift Store is supported by donations of goods from the Bloomington community. Money raised from sales goes to support the programs of Btown Pathways, including their income based childcare and self sufficiency program.

It's gets busy in our intake area! We are seeking volunteers to assist our part time staff with receiving donations and organizing them. Good communication and customer service skills are a plus; some heavy lifting required. Shifts are flexible approximately 3 hrs once a week (or more if desired) between 10-3 Monday- Saturday.

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.

BSWERS is seeking volunteers to offer overnight hospitality at our emergency winter shelter. We are working to build our volunteer base for the 2025-2026 winter season! B-WERS provides shelter to up to 30 community members on extremely cold or snowy nights at our rotating host sites: First Christian, First United Methodist, and First Presbyterian Churches. We are staffed primarily by volunteers who choose from the following shifts. No long term commitment necessary; volunteers are encouraged to fill in as their schedule allows!

1. Set-up shift (7:15-8:15 PM): This is the only shift where volunteers under age 18 may serve; families are welcome! Volunteers set up the registration desk, dormitory, and beverage station, and ensure cleanliness.

2. Check-in shift (8:15-11:45 PM): Volunteers check in guests, administer security screenings, and demonstrate hospitality as our guests settle in for the night. Great for volunteers who want to engage with and get to know our guests!

3. Overnight 1 shift (11:30 PM-2:45 AM): Volunteers supervise our space. Most guests will be sleeping, so volunteers are welcome to read, study, etc. if environment allows.

4. Overnight 2 shift (2:30-5:45 AM): Volunteers supervise our space and prepare beverages as guests wake up. Most guests will be sleeping, so volunteers are welcome to read, study, etc. if environment allows.

5. Wake-up/Clean-up shift (5:30-8:00 am): Volunteers help wake up guests and ensure they have belongings, coffee, etc. as they transition out of the shelter by 7 AM. Then, clean-up will ensue.

BSWERS volunteers have the opportunity to provide essential, life-saving service while forming community and engaging in meaningful interactions with guests and volunteers alike. Prospective volunteers are encouraged to fill out our Volunteer Interest Form (https://forms.gle/poGpKDc3o8WYKxpx7) or email btownsevereshelter@gmail.com. 

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

Are you interested in making fair housing a reality in Central Indiana? The Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana (FHCCI) needs a diverse group of dependable, conscientious people 18 years and older to assist in gathering information about housing practices. These persons are commonly referred to as “fair housing testers” or “mystery shoppers.” Testers are provided training and a stipend for their time and related expenses. Stipends vary depending on the task assigned.

FHCCI testers must be located in and have an Indiana address.

If you have any questions or are interested in applying, contact the FHCCI for more information or to receive an application at info@fhcci.org with “Fair Housing Tester” in the email header. You’ll be contacted shortly after receipt about next steps.

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.

Click here to apply! 

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

The Association is seeking volunteer candidates with:

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.

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

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

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

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

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

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

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

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

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

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

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

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

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

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

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

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

·  Eligibility Requirements:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident 

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

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

·  Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

There is always something to organize or sort at ArtRemains

Donation bags need to be emptied and categorized. Macrorganizing

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

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

Click here to apply!

Job Title: Head Start Intern 

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

Position Summary: 

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

Key Responsibilities (may vary by focus area): 

Classroom Support: 

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

Help prepare learning materials and maintain a safe, engaging environment

Support individual and group learning through play and structured activities

Observe and document children’s behavior and developmental milestones

Encourage positive social interaction and model appropriate behavior 

Family Engagement Support: 

Administrative Support: 

Qualifications: 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Benefits: 

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

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

What is Head Start?

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

What is Policy Council?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Classroom Activities

Non-Classroom Activities 

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.

ABLES Duties for New Volunteers

Organize and facilitate an activity

Communication

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

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

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

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

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

INTERNSHIPS in Programs are available Spring, Summer and Fall.

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