Opportunities From: City of Bloomington Volunteer Network

Volunteer: Arbor Day Tree Planting

Participants will assist our Urban Forestry staff in planting trees, getting hands-on experience while celebrating Arbor Day! Gloves and shovels are provided. Meet at the red barn in Rogers Family Park.

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with planting trees. Please wear long pants and sturdy shoes; gloves and other tools will be provided.  

Training: On-site training provided.  

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Participants will assist our Urban Forestry staff in planting trees, getting hands-on experience while celebrating Arbor Day! Gloves and shovels are provided. Meet at the red barn in Rogers Family Park.

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with planting trees. Please wear long pants and sturdy shoes; gloves and other tools will be provided.  

Training: On-site training provided.  

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 24, 2026

Zip Code: 47401

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Banneker Carnival

Bring the whole family to our indoor carnival at the Banneker Community Center!  

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with event setup, tear down, and carnival games and activities.  

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Bring the whole family to our indoor carnival at the Banneker Community Center!  

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with event setup, tear down, and carnival games and activities.  

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47404

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Earth Day 2026

Celebrate Earth Day at Switchyard Park!  

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, crafts, games, and event teardown.  

Training: On-site training provided.  

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Celebrate Earth Day at Switchyard Park!  

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, crafts, games, and event teardown.  

Training: On-site training provided.  

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47403

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Imaginary Zoo by You

Let your imagination run wild with us! We'll let our minds wander as we take a deep dive into some of our favorite imaginary creatures.  

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, crafts, games, and event teardown.  

Training: On-site training provided.  

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Let your imagination run wild with us! We'll let our minds wander as we take a deep dive into some of our favorite imaginary creatures.  

Duties: Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, crafts, games, and event teardown.  

Training: On-site training provided.  

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47403

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Weed Wrangles - Urban Greenspace

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

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

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

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

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

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

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

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

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

Organization: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47401

Allow Groups: No