The following is a press release written by the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network provides information about local volunteer opportunities. For a complete listing, visit BloomingtonVolunteerNetwork.org or call 812-349-3433. The inclusion of an organization in this list does not imply City endorsement or support of the organization’s activities or policies.
Information and registration links for the following opportunities can be found at BloomingtonVolunteerNetwork.org.
Fill the Gap: Habitat for Humanity Restore
Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a discount home improvement store whose proceeds fund the construction of new homes in Monroe County by Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County. ReStore has three volunteer positions available throughout the week. Interested parties can choose from serving as a cashier, a donation intake assistant, or a showroom assistant. Retail experience is a plus, but not required. All necessary training is provided on site.
Learn More: https://bton.in/ReVol
Location: 850 S. Auto Mall Road, Bloomington, IN, 47401
Contact: Jess Grannan at grannan@monroecountyhabitat.org
View Opportunities to Fill the Gap: bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/fillthegap
Monroe County CASA Advocates Needed
Monroe County CASA is looking for additional volunteers to take on the role of Court Appointed Special Advocate, or “CASA” for a child in need in the Bloomington community. CASA advocates are community volunteers who are professionally trained to gather information about an abused or neglected child and his/her family, identify needs and possible services, and speak on behalf of the child in court. Responsibilities include meeting with the child monthly, communicating with case managers, parents, and foster parents, writing reports, and attending court hearings.
Learn More: https://bton.in/CASANeed
Location: 101 W. Kirkwood Avenue, Suite 321, Bloomington, IN, 47404
Contact: Amber Shride at amber.shride@monroecountycasa.org or call 812-333-2272
Brown County Humane Society Barn Sale Donation Days
Brown County Humane Society is looking for volunteers to prepare donated items for their annual Barn Sale. Volunteers for the “Donation Days” phase of the sale will unload, clean, sort, organize and price donated items. This opportunity is perfect for a large group. Volunteers willing to do heavy lifting are welcome.
Age Requirements: 15 yrs and older
Learn More: https://bton.in/BCHSBarn
Location: Away A Day RV Campground, 5515 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN, 47448
Contact: Megan Gushwa (Community Relations Manager) at volunteer@bchumane.org or call 317-946-8235
Wish List Spotlight:
Crested Hill Refuge Wish List
Help Crested Hill Refuge offer Equine Assisted Services to people in need by fulfilling a wish from their wish list. Crested Hill Refuge aims to create a “transformative haven where all sentient beings have a safe space to heal from the sufferings of the world.”
View the Crested Hill Wish List at: https://bton.in/crest26
Location: 2025 North Russell Road, Bloomington, IN, 47408
Contact: Holly Cedar (Executive Director) at hcedar@crestedhill.org
To Deliver/Drop-Off Items: Call ahead to 812-272-5912 to make arrangements
You can find year-round in-kind donation needs from a variety of local organizations on the Community Wish List at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/communitywishlist .
