Opportunities From: City of Bloomington Volunteer Network

Volunteer: The Salvation Army's Angel Tree Distribution

Join Us for a Magical Day of Giving!

Volunteers are essential to the success of our Angel Tree Distribution, which is scheduled for Wednesday December 17, 2025 at The Salvation Army-Bloomington, IN (111 N. Rogers St.) 

*Parking is not available on site. Please read details below carefully.

What is the role of volunteers?

Volunteers will assist in distributing gifts for each registered Angel Tree family by seeking the appropriate labeled box in our "North Pole Warehouse;" after a check out process, then the volunteer will deliver the gifts to the corresponding family's vehicle. In essence, volunteers are Santa's elves who create a magical experience for our Angel Tree families! 

FINAL SHIFT (6:00pm-8:00pm) is the cleanup crew. These volunteers will help breakdown the down warehouse and need the ability to organize and lift heavier items. 

What should volunteer wear during Angel Tree Distribution?

Volunteers will be on their feet the entire shift, so it's is crucial to wear comfortable shoes. Since, volunteers will be working both inside/outside, we encourage a light outerwear layer, hats and gloves to increase comfort in the mixed-environment setting. If volunteers end up getting too hot, we do have a private room wear personal belongings can be placed during the shift.

Where should volunteers go upon arrival?

Volunteer parking is off site, but is in walkable distance from The Salvation Army. Further parking instructions and a parking pass will be emailed. Once you arrive at The Salvation Army please enter "the church entrance," facing the parking lot. Once you arrive on site, please check in with Captain Brenna Lee. 


Organization: The Salvation Army

Join Us for a Magical Day of Giving!

Volunteers are essential to the success of our Angel Tree Distribution, which is scheduled for Wednesday December 17, 2025 at The Salvation Army-Bloomington, IN (111 N. Rogers St.) 

*Parking is not available on site. Please read details below carefully.

What is the role of volunteers?

Volunteers will assist in distributing gifts for each registered Angel Tree family by seeking the appropriate labeled box in our "North Pole Warehouse;" after a check out process, then the volunteer will deliver the gifts to the corresponding family's vehicle. In essence, volunteers are Santa's elves who create a magical experience for our Angel Tree families! 

FINAL SHIFT (6:00pm-8:00pm) is the cleanup crew. These volunteers will help breakdown the down warehouse and need the ability to organize and lift heavier items. 

What should volunteer wear during Angel Tree Distribution?

Volunteers will be on their feet the entire shift, so it's is crucial to wear comfortable shoes. Since, volunteers will be working both inside/outside, we encourage a light outerwear layer, hats and gloves to increase comfort in the mixed-environment setting. If volunteers end up getting too hot, we do have a private room wear personal belongings can be placed during the shift.

Where should volunteers go upon arrival?

Volunteer parking is off site, but is in walkable distance from The Salvation Army. Further parking instructions and a parking pass will be emailed. Once you arrive at The Salvation Army please enter "the church entrance," facing the parking lot. Once you arrive on site, please check in with Captain Brenna Lee. 


Organization: The Salvation Army

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47404

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Pantry Aide

The Salvation Army's Food Pantry is open Tuesdays 12:30pm-3:30pm and Thursdays 12:30-6:30pm.

Volunteers are crucial to our pantry operation. During pantry hours, you'll work alongside our Director of Social Services, Mike to provide the best care for our guests.

Some responsibilities include providing appropriate paperwork for pantry guests, stocking shelves, minor clean up, being a guided shopper as pantry guests make their selections. 

Please contact Captain Brenna Lee at The Salvation Army with any questions.

E: brenna.lee@usc.salvationarmy.org

P: 812-336-4310 Ext. 104

Organization: The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army's Food Pantry is open Tuesdays 12:30pm-3:30pm and Thursdays 12:30-6:30pm.

Volunteers are crucial to our pantry operation. During pantry hours, you'll work alongside our Director of Social Services, Mike to provide the best care for our guests.

Some responsibilities include providing appropriate paperwork for pantry guests, stocking shelves, minor clean up, being a guided shopper as pantry guests make their selections. 

Please contact Captain Brenna Lee at The Salvation Army with any questions.

E: brenna.lee@usc.salvationarmy.org

P: 812-336-4310 Ext. 104

Organization: The Salvation Army

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47404

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: The Project School Wish List

WHY DONATE? Provide basic needs to those who need them

WHO WILL BENEFIT? The individuals who rely on assistance from our Food Pantry and Hygiene pantry

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 111 No Rogers St Bloomington IN 47404

CONTACT: Monica Clemons, (812) 336-4310, monica.clemons@usc.salvationarmy.org

 

OUR IN-KIND DONATION WISH LIST:

food hygiene items laundry soap shampoo toilet paper dish soap toothpaste toothbrushes deodorant bar soap reusable grocery bags

HOLIDAY & SEASONAL NEEDS:

gloves mittens hats socks underwear sweatpants sweaters

OUR 1 BIG WISH:

forklift

 

Organization: The Salvation Army

WHY DONATE? Provide basic needs to those who need them

WHO WILL BENEFIT? The individuals who rely on assistance from our Food Pantry and Hygiene pantry

DONATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: 111 No Rogers St Bloomington IN 47404

CONTACT: Monica Clemons, (812) 336-4310, monica.clemons@usc.salvationarmy.org

 

OUR IN-KIND DONATION WISH LIST:

food hygiene items laundry soap shampoo toilet paper dish soap toothpaste toothbrushes deodorant bar soap reusable grocery bags

HOLIDAY & SEASONAL NEEDS:

gloves mittens hats socks underwear sweatpants sweaters

OUR 1 BIG WISH:

forklift

 

Organization: The Salvation Army

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47404

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Donation Sorting & Inventory Inspection

Help us Sort and Inspect Donations

Every day, The Salvation Army receives hundreds of pounds of donated goods: clothing, furniture, electronics, art, jewelry and more.

We save thousands of pounds of materials from ending up in our landfill by selling what is good to the public at low prices.

Those funds are used to support The Salvation Army's case management programs, employment programs, food pantry and financial assistance program. Items not suitable to sale are recycled.

The Salvation Army turns old clothes into rags and electronics are gathered for reuse or safe disposal. Volunteers assist Salvation Army staff to receive, sort, hang, and barb donated items and assist in making the store an attractive destination for customers.

Organization: The Salvation Army

Help us Sort and Inspect Donations

Every day, The Salvation Army receives hundreds of pounds of donated goods: clothing, furniture, electronics, art, jewelry and more.

We save thousands of pounds of materials from ending up in our landfill by selling what is good to the public at low prices.

Those funds are used to support The Salvation Army's case management programs, employment programs, food pantry and financial assistance program. Items not suitable to sale are recycled.

The Salvation Army turns old clothes into rags and electronics are gathered for reuse or safe disposal. Volunteers assist Salvation Army staff to receive, sort, hang, and barb donated items and assist in making the store an attractive destination for customers.

Organization: The Salvation Army

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 47404

Allow Groups: No