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Volunteer Opportunities & Community Partners
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Area 10 on Aging
Assistance to the Homebound
• Shopping Assistant. Volunteers assist with shopping for groceries and prescription pick-up for homebound elderly persons.
• Friendly Visitor. Volunteers visit the homes of elderly individuals one hour each week.
• Telephone Reassurance. Volunteers call homebound elderly persons a few times each week and provide companionship.
For information on any of these volunteer opportunities, please call Area 10 and ask for Ashley Hillman, or email ahillman@area10.bloomington.in.us
Handymen Needed
• Handyman volunteers perform minor repair work that allows senior citizens to stay in their homes. This especially helps those who are frail, low-income, or disabled. Handymen also install safety equipment. Recipients of these services pay for the materials. For more information, call Area 10 and ask for Liz Jones, or email ljones@area10.bloomington.in.us.
Food Pantry and Nutrition Project
• The Food Pantry Program provides food to homebound, low-income citizens of Monroe and Owen Counties. Volunteer shoppers select food from the Hoosier Hills Food Bank once a week and help store it for later distribution. Volunteer baggers fill grocery bags for delivery once a month, being careful to accomodate special dietary needs. Volunteer drivers deliver groceries to the individuals on their route once a month. Volunteer callers remind clients about delivery dates and assess the program's effectiveness.
For Food Pantry and Nutrition Project volunteer opportunities:
call Area 10 and ask for Sapna Patel, Nutrition Director
email spatel@area10.bloomington.in.us
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Indiana
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Indiana needs YOUR help! What can you do with one hour a week: Eat lunch with a friend? Go to one class? Watch 1/3 of a football game? Get a manicure or pedicure? Or you could change a life! Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) offers many mentoring programs (some of which require only an hour of your time each week!!) in which caring adult volunteers work one-on-one with a local youth. Programs are available during the day at many local schools, after school at the Boys & Girls Club (downtown), or on your own out in the community with your Little. Big Brothers Big Sisters' one-to-one mentoring makes a huge difference for the youth it serves. Research consistently demonstrates that BBBS mentoring helps at-risk youth overcome the many challenges they face. Be a friend. Be a mentor. Just be there.
Contact BBBS of South Central Indiana
phone: (812) 334-2828
email: bbbs@bigsindiana.org
web: http://www.bigsindiana.org
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City of Bloomington Animal Shelter
Bloomington’s animal shelter is looking for individuals who want to work directly with the animals. Volunteers can socialize and groom cats, walk dogs, and work with patrons. Volunteers must be 16 or older and attend a short orientation followed by hands-on training. The shelter prefers volunteers to commit a minimum of two hours a week for at least six months.
Contact: Kathleen Obrakta
Phone: 812-349-3872
Email: obraktak@bloomington.in.gov
Web: http://bloomington.in.gov/animalshelter
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City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department
Whether it's helping kids at a special event or getting involved in environmental projects, the city of Bloomington Parks and Recreation has something for you!
All ages are encouraged to volunteer: Girl or Boy Scouts, Youth Extension Groups, church groups, etc. Days and times vary depending on program needs.
One person or 60 - we have volunteer opportunities for groups of every size.
Contact: Kim Ecenbarger
Phone: 349-3739
Email: ecenbark@bloomington.in.gov
Web: http://bloomington.in.gov/parksvol
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City of Bloomington Volunteer Network
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network can connect you to the organizations in the community where your help is needed most. To learn more about which organization could benefit from your time, skills and talent, contact the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network:
phone: (812) 349-3433
e-mail volunteer@bloomington.in.gov.
web: http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/
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Community Kitchen
Community Kitchen relies heavily on volunteer support. We use approximately 11 volunteers/day (16/day in the summer) to help with meal preparation and meal service. Our year-round volunteer shifts are from 11:30am-1:30pm and 3:30-6:30pm each Monday—Saturday.
If you are interested in a volunteer experience that is hands-on and on the front lines, we have a job for you! We welcome volunteers aged 10–13, accompanied by an adult, and those 14 and older, without an adult. You can volunteer one time or sign up for a regular once/week or once/month shift. If you are interested in signing up for a volunteer time or just need more information, please call us at 332-0999.
Come make a difference in your community!
Phone: 812-332-0999
Email: volunteer@monroecommunitykitchen.com
Web: http://www.monroecommunitykitchen.com/
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Global Gifts
Global Gifts is opening a new store in Bloomington. The store purchases goods from 35 countries at a fair trade price. Global Gift volunteers help run the store by taking shifts during store hours to help with customers, set out inventory, and share the mission of fair trade with visitors.
Phone: 812-336-7402
Email: btownvolunteer@globalgiftsindy.com
Web: http://www.globalgiftsindy.com
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Girl's Inc
Girls Incorporated is a national youth organization dedicated to helping girls become strong, smart, and bold. We provide programs to girls after school, on weekends, and during the summer through our network of affiliates.
After-School Programming
We have volunteer opportunities in our after-school programming from 3:00 - 6:00pm
Monday-Friday. Volunteers are placed in specific slots within our programs so sign up early if you would like to volunteer with a specific program. The programs vary each semester and also include homework help with opportunities to tutor and read with girls.
Commitment
We ask for a minimum weekly commitment of a 2 hour time block on the same day each week from volunteers working with the after-school program. We do this to ensure that a meaningful connection is created between you and our members. Additional training may be offered throughout the semester to better equip staff and volunteers with skills and techniques to relate to the girls and lead programs. Volunteers are expected to attend this training, if possible, and will be able to count the hours as volunteer hours.
Contact: Ashley Flora
Email: volunteergirlsinc@monroe.girls-inc.org
Web: http://www.girlsinc-monroe.org/ |
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Hilltop Garden and Nature Center
Our Mission: Hilltop is dedicated to providing services, programs and education in gardening, horticulture and nature-based activity to enhance the well being of individuals and society. Programs include youth gardening, parent/child gardening, adult education, demonstration gardens and therapeutic horticulture.
Volunteering at Hilltop is easy and rewarding; you can learn gardening and landscaping by doing. As a volunteer, at Hilltop you may be working in the greenhouses transplanting seedlings or watering; outside you may be installing plants in our demonstration vegetable garden or helping erect our yearly themed floral display. Other activities include labeling plants for our semi-annual sales and helping out on sale days.
Contact: Greg
Phone: (812) 855.2799
Email: hilltop@indiana.edu
Web: www.iub.edu/~hilltop
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Hoosier Hills Food Bank
There are a variety of opportunities available at the Hoosier Hills Food Bank. Groups of almost any size as well as individuals and families are welcome and encouraged to volunteer at HHFB.
In an effort to bridge both the needs of farmers and food-insecure households, Hoosier Hills Food Bank is working with area farmers, along with the support of volunteers, to collect leftover crops from farmers’ fields.
There are 3 ways we obtain excess produce from local farms:
- Pick up blemished, already-harvested produce that is not "perfect" enough to sell
- Assist with general maintenance in the fields in exchange for donated produce
- Glean excess produce left in the fields
We are looking for committed, hard-working individuals of all ages and all levels of experience who possess an interest in gardening/farming. Come help us bridge the gap between lost food and food insecurity!
Contact: Kim
Phone: (812) 334-8374
Email: volunteer@hhfoodbank.org
Web: http://www.hhfoodbank.org/
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Lawrence County Museum of History and Edward L. Hutton Research Library
The Lawrence County Museum of History has the following volunteer
opportunities:
Front Desk – There is a daily need for a volunteer at the front desk.Responsibilities include greeting and directing visitors, selling items at the gift shop, and answering the telephone. Volunteers may also assist museum staff with special projects.
Research Library – Volunteers are needed in the research library to assist the librarian with various historical and/or genealogical research requests.
Gallery Committee – Volunteers are needed to plan, set up and take down exhibits.
On-line Sales Committee – Volunteers are needed to list items for sale and prepare items for shipment. Experience with computers and the Internet are needed.
Building Maintenance – There are always light maintenance tasks to be done, depending on your skills and strength.
Special Events – Volunteers are needed to assist with special events.These vary from month to month.
Phone: 812-278-8575
E-mail: president.lchgs@hpcisp.com
Web: www.lawrencecountyhistory.org |
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Midwest Pages to Prisoners Project
The Midwest Pages to Prisoners Project is entirely volunteer run, so your volunteer power, experience, and perspective is absolutely essential! Many volunteers just show up for a few hours once a week or once every other week. Some come on a weekly basis, or take on special responsibilities with the project. The tasks that most of our volunteers do are relatively simple, but require a lot of creative and critical thinking. Most volunteers help by reading letters from people in prison who are requesting books from our project. They then search the shelves of our project, filled with books that have been donated by members of our community, to find books that appropriately match what the person in prison is looking for and package them with a personal response to the person in prison.
Volunteer Hours
Our weekly volunteer hours are:
- Thursday 7-10pm (8-10pm during the summer)
- Sunday 2-5pm
- Monday 7-9pm (the project will be closed on Monday nights during the summer)
Drop in at:
118 S. Rogers
Suite 2
Bloomington, IN 47404
Phone: 1.866.598.1543 (toll-free)
Email: mwpp@pagestoprisoners.org
Web: http://www.pagestoprisoners.org/volunteering
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Morgan County Humane Society
Morgan County Humane Society is located at 690 W Mitchell Avenue, Martinsville, IN 46151. We are an open admission shelter which means we take in any animal regardless of the animal's age, health or temperament. We provide a safe environment for all homeless pets received from our community which covers all of Morgan County. We also provide 24 hour animal control services and investigate cases of animal abuse and neglect. We care for over 150 dogs and cats every single day, including holidays and weekends.
We are in need of volunteers in a wide variety of areas which include: kennel cleaning, dog walking, bathing animals, cat brushing, socializing of all animals and making them feel loved, office chores, maintenance indoors and outdoors and several other chores. We can work with your schedule and can find a perfect fit for you at our shelter. If you love animals and like working with a diverse group of individuals come and visit us at Morgan County Humane Society. 765-349-9177. Must be 16 or older to volunteer without a parent.
Phone: 765-349-9177
Email: adoptions@mchumanesoc.org
Web: http://www.mchumanesoc.org/
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Monroe County Circles Initiative
Monroe County Circles Inititative gives tools to individuals to work their way out of poverty. Volunteers are needed in the areas of childcare, meal preparation, and transportation. Meetings, trainings, and meals take place in the evenings, between the hours of 4pm and 8:30pm. You can volunteer as often as you like, and we encourage you to keep coming back, but there is not a week-to-week obligation.
Phone: 812-339-3447 ext. 263
Email:
Thomas@sccap.monroe.in.us |
Monroe County YMCA
Volunteers are needed for a variety of programs, including:
Child Sitters: Both youth and adults needed in child care and Parents Night Out programs.
Adapted Aquatics: Compassionate and enthusiastic volunteers are needed to help children who may have physical or cognitive disabilities. All training is provided.
Youth Sports Coaches: Volunteers are needed to serve as members to emphasize positive values to children while serving as a youth sports coach. Coaches are needed in the following areas: basketball, gymnastics, soccer, t-ball, and others.
Phone: 812-332-5555 ext 235
Email: mmcghee@monroecountyymca.org
Web: http://monroecountyymca.org/ |
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Red Cross Monroe County Chapter
For over 127 years the Red Cross has served the needs of the American people through disaster relief assistance, community disaster education, health and safety training, blood collection, emergency communication & assistance for military families, and other vital services.
American Red Cross volunteers are truly the strength of the organization. Volunteers make up 97% of the American Red Cross workforce with over one million individuals volunteering with the American Red Cross each year.
You can make a positive impact on our community by volunteering with the Red Cross today! Red Cross volunteers are people like you—living and working in our local community. Volunteers are trained by the Red Cross to provide services, leadership, and support to help community members prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Red Cross volunteers have diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences, but share a commitment to building a safer, more resilient community.
Phone: 812-332-7292
Email: jtaylor@monroe-redcross.org
Web: http://www.monroe-redcross.org
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Special Olympics
Special Olympics Indiana – Monroe County seeks remarkable volunteers 18 years and older to assist athletes during sports training practices.
Volunteers for basketball, bowling, golf, softball, and athletics (track & field) are considered Class A Volunteers, and are required to attend a two-hour, entry level training session. We also ask that volunteers commit to 2 hours/week to the sport.
If you are interested in learning more about volunteer opportunities with Special Olympics, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at SOIMC_vol@kiva.net.
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Stone Belt
Stone Belt provides residential, educational, employment services and mental health supports for adults with developmental disabilities. We practice our work within the framework of dignity, self-worth and the right to self-determination for all individuals.
Volunteers make the difference at Stone Belt! From assisting clients with arts projects to accompanying groups on outings, volunteers provide wonderful opportunities for individuals with disabilities to establish meaningful relationships and connect with the community. We have both short-term and long-term opportunities available.
Contact: Crystal Alley
Phone: 812-332-2168 ext. 292
Email: calley@stonebelt.org
Web: www.stonebelt.org
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Sycamore Land Trust
Sycamore Land Trust (SLT) is a non-profit southern Indiana organization whose mission is to preserve our disappearing landscape.
Volunteers are needed to monitor SLT property, implement land management plans, photograph events, write for the newsletter, and aid in other indoor and outdoor needs. Sycamore Land Trust hosts occasional all day Saturday events such as tree plantings and land maintenance. Visit their Bloomington volunteer page to watch for workday events.
Contact: Erin
Phone: 812-336-5382, x 104
Email: erin@sycamorelandtrust.org
Web: http://www.bloomington.in.us/~sycamore/
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Volunteers in Medicine
Volunteers in Medicine clinics rely on donated time from both retired and active physicians and nurses, as well as volunteers from the community to provide administrative support.
Volunteer roles include:
- Physicians, dentists and pharmacists
- Nurse practitioners and nurses
- Social workers and psychologists
- Patient educators
- Dietitians, Wellness and Fitness instructors
- Administrative and operational support.
Health professionals should be aware that when volunteering in the clinic, they are protected from malpractice lawsuits by the Federal Tort Claims Act.
Feel free to email volunteer@vimmonroecounty.org or stop by the clinic to receive a volunteer application and handbook or call (812) 333-4033.
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Wonderlab
Volunteering for Wonderlab is flexible and fun. A science background is not needed! Volunteers must be grade 7 or older. Training sessions for new volunteers are held at the WonderLab Museum from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Space is limited, and registration is required. Upcoming sessions are:
Thursday, August 20
Wednesday, September 23
Sunday, November 22 (especially for those who can volunteer during holiday break)
Exhibit Gallery
Volunteers make visitors feel comfortable and encourage them to explore the hands-on exhibits and experiences. Attendance at a training session is required. See training dates below.
Birthday Parties
Volunteers help set up the party room, prepare gift bags, greet guests, help with the science activity and clean up after the party. Prior experience working with visitors in the museum and special training are required.
Visitor Services and Gift Store
Volunteers assist admissions and gift store staff in welcoming visitors, providing information and stocking the gift store shelves. Minimum age: 18. Special training is required.
Outreach Events
Volunteers provide hands-on activities and information to visitors off-site. Prior experience working in the museum with visitors and personal responsibility for transportation are required.
Administrative Tasks and Special Events
Volunteers help with administrative projects and special fund-raising events.
Program Presentation
Volunteers with science expertise help develop special programs for all ages.
WonderGarden
Volunteers work outdoors in the garden. No experience or training is necessary. Groups are welcome.
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (812)337-1337 ext. 20
Email: volunteer@wonderlab.org
Web: www.wonderlab.org |
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