The following is a press release written by Michelle Moss for the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.
Area 10 Errands Program
Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Do you enjoy helping others and making a difference in their lives? If so, you might be interested in becoming an Errands Volunteer for Area 10 Agency on Aging, a nonprofit organization that provides services and support for older adults and individuals with disabilities in Monroe and Owen counties. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to run errands and grocery shop for individuals who are unable to do so themselves. This is a vital service that helps them maintain their independence and well-being. The schedule is flexible and on an as-needed basis. You can choose when and how often you want to volunteer, depending on your availability and the needs of the individuals.
Learn more and find the application link: tinyurl.com/errands-volunteer
Contact: Amy Wardlow at 812-935-2523 or awardlow@area10agency.org
Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs - Volunteer!
The Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs (CHLA) is seeking volunteers to support and form committees and assist them when they are working with education, health, and other public events. Spanish Language skills are needed. CHLA 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. CHLA serves as a catalyst to promote positive public and private remedies to the multi-faceted issues confronting Latinos and Hispanics in our community, and the resulting effects on the entire community.
Learn more and sign up: tinyurl.com/CHLA-volunteers
Contact: latinoprograms@bloomington.in.gov or 812-349-3860
Weed Wrangle Volunteers
Join Sierra Club Hoosier Chapter, MC-IRIS, and Hoosier National Forest as a Weed Wrangle Volunteer and help them control Japanese Stiltgrass at Pate Hollow or Hayes Trail in the Hoosier National Forest. The first two dates will be initial 6-mile assessment hikes to identify the Japanese Stiltgrass and to plan future weed wrangles there. It is tick season, so be prepared with long pants and a long-sleeved shirt, a hat, and closed-toe shoes. Bug spray is a good idea. Bring drinking water and snacks. Moderate level hike.
Tuesday Dates/Locations: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- July 8 - Pate Hollow
- July 15 - Hayes Trail
- July 22 - Pate Hollow
- Aug 12 - Pate Hollow
Saturday Dates/Locations: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Aug 2 - Hayes Trail
- Aug 9 - Pate Hollow
- Aug 16 - Hayes Trail
Learn more and sign up: tinyurl.com/weed-wrangles
Contact: Mary Reardon at maryrrdn@gmail.com or 812-320-9322
Wish List Spotlight:
People & Animal Learning Services (PALS)
Help support PALS in recovering and rebuilding in the wake of the recent tornadoes that left devastating storm damage to their barn and property. Your gift ensures they can continue providing life-changing experiences for their clients. PALS promotes joy, quality of life, better health, and empowerment by providing therapeutic programs with horses.
Make a donation today: www.palstherapy.org/disaster-relief
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator at 812-336-2798 or volunteer@palstherapy.org
You can also find year-round in-kind donation needs on the Community Wish List at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/communitywishlist
