The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network provides information about volunteering locally. 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 online at BloomingtonVolunteerNetwork.org.
Apply to serve on boards and commissions
The city of Bloomington’s Office of the City Clerk and the Office of the Mayor are accepting applications from community members who would like to serve on one of the city’s boards or commissions. The city’s boards and commissions give residents the opportunity to provide input on the policies that shape their government and their city. Please note: City residency is required for membership on most of the boards and commissions. Visit tinyurl.com/blgtn-boards-commissions to find links to open positions and the online application. Applicants are urged to attend a meeting of the board or commission of their choosing prior to applying. All meetings of the city’s boards and commissions are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Jennifer Crossley, deputy clerk of communications and outreach, Office of the City Clerk, at [email protected] or 812-349-3408.
Afternoon dog walkers at animal shelter in Nashville
Volunteers 18 years and older are needed at the Brown County Humane Society to help walk the wonderful dogs at their shelter in Nashville. Enjoy the outdoors with a canine companion on the 3-acre property, complete with a barn, fenced-in play area and babbling brook. You might walk alone and help a shy dog gain confidence, or you could join a playgroup and teach the dogs to socialize properly. You’ll also meet other volunteers and animal lovers and get to know more about the shelter and its programs. Volunteers must commit to 3 hours minimum on the same day every week for at least 3 months. Volunteers will need to have transportation to get to the shelter, which is about 20 minutes from the east side of Bloomington. Volunteers must feel comfortable and physically capable of handling most dogs (breeds and sizes). Find out more and fill out their volunteer application at tinyurl.com/afternoon-dog-walkers. Questions? Contact [email protected] or 812-988-7362.
Banneker Carnival
Brighten your midwinter week with an indoor carnival on Saturday, March 8. Face painting, carnival games, colorful crafts, festive story time and snacks await you in the Banneker gym at 930 W. Seventh St. in Bloomington. Volunteers 16 years and up are needed to assist with event setup, tear down, and carnival games and activities. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have an Underage Waiver of Liability signed by a parent or guardian and must bring it with them when they arrive for their shift. Volunteers are needed for two shifts, noon to 2 p.m., or 2 to 4 p,m. Sign up today at tinyurl.com/banneker-carnival-volunteers. For questions contact Erin Freese-Posthuma at [email protected].
Wish List Spotlight
Groceries to Go Wishlist | Meals on Wheels
Groceries to Go provides supplemental food to Bloomington residents unable to access other food pantries or the Community Kitchen due to disability, illness, injury, or transportation. Participants place orders every Monday, and volunteers pack and deliver grocery bags once a week. Meals on Wheels relies on your donations and the Hoosier Hills Food Bank to stock their shelves.
Donations: Deliver donations between 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, to 2620 N. Walnut St., Suite 920, Bloomington, IN 47404.
Contact: Please call 812-822-3124 or email [email protected] with questions or to arrange a drop-off time outside of office hours.
Featured Wishes: canned chicken, canned tuna, canned beef ravioli, chili or stew, hearty soups, peanut butter, pasta sauce, cereal, canned fruit, canned beans
View Current Wish List: tinyurl.com/groceries-to-go-wishlist
You can find current in-kind material needs on the year-round Community Wish List at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/communitywishlist.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Times: Join Bloomington board commission, walk dogs help at kids carnival
