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.
Teen Friendly: Tomato Tasting
City of Bloomington Parks & Recreation invites you to taste a rainbow of tomatoes at the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market Tomato Tasting event. Volunteers will assist with setup and teardown of the event, and cut and serve tomatoes for sampling. On-site training is provided.
Age Requirement: 16 years and older.
Dates & Times: August 15, 2026; 8:00 A.M. -12:00 P.M.
Learn More: https://bton.in/Tomato26
Location: Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market, 401 N. Morton Street, Bloomington, IN, 47404
Contact: Clarence Boone at clarence.boone@bloomington.in.gov
View more Teen Friendly Opportunities at bton.in/teen
Greenhouse Volunteers
The People’s Cooperative Market is looking for weekly volunteers to help keep their greenhouse weed-free, harvest vegetables, plant seeds and plants, and assist the Greenhouse Manager.
Learn More: https://bton.in/Green26
Location: 2420 E. 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN, 47404
Contact: Lauren McCalister at peoplesmarketmanager@gmail.com
Graphic Designer for Bloomington Symphony Orchestra
Bloomington Symphony Orchestra is looking for a Graphic Design volunteer to work alongside their Marketing and Communications Committee. This volunteer will help create a cohesive look for the orchestra’s 5 annual concerts, including posters and social media graphics.
Learn More: https://bton.in/BSOArt
Contact: Donna Lafferty (Executive Director) at bso@bloomingtonsymphony.com
Wish List Spotlight:
New Leaf-New Life Wish List
Help New Leaf-New Life offer re-entry support services to their formerly incarcerated clients by fulfilling a wish from their wish list. New Leaf-New Life works together with our legally impacted neighbors to develop and reach their goals and make a successful transition.
View the New Leaf-New Life Wish List at: https://bton.in/NLNL26
Location: 1010 S. Walnut Street, Suite H, Bloomington, IN, 47404
Contact: New Leaf-New Life at 812-355-6842 or info@newleafnewlife.org
To Deliver/Drop-Off Items: Call ahead - to 812-355-6842 - BEFORE delivering donations.
You can find year-round in-kind donation needs from a variety of local organizations on the Community Wish List at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/communitywishlist .
