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.
Apply to serve on boards, commissions
The city of Bloomington boards and commissions allow residents to provide input on the policies that shape their government and their city. The city currently has more than 45 boards and commissions that advise the mayor and city council on a vast array of issues. In addition to their advisory function, these bodies may work cooperatively with city departments to contribute to policy, approve resolutions, and fund projects, among other responsibilities. City residency is required for membership on most of the boards and commissions.
View all open seats and apply: tinyurl.com/city-boards-and-commissions
Contact: Jennifer Crossley at clerk@bloomington.in.gov, or 812-349-3408
WFHB Community Radio
WFHB exists to celebrate and increase local cultural diversity and provide an open forum for the exchange of ideas. New volunteer orientations are held on the first Wednesday of each month, around 6 p.m. There are a variety of ways community members can get involved, including the Youth Radio DJ Call-Out opportunity for youth aged 13 to 20, happening on Aug. 30. Other opportunities include BloomingOUT News Reporter and BloomingOUT Host, part of WFHB’s weekly live public affairs program devoted to covering LGBTQ+ issues in Bloomington and beyond. Visit their organization page to learn more about WFHB and all of their current volunteer opportunities.
Location: 108 W. Fourth St., Bloomington, IN 47404
Learn more and sign up: tinyurl.com/WFHB-opportunities
Contact: Jar Turner at volunteer@wfhb.org or 812-323-1200
Community Educator
Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer’s Association education programs to community audiences. Community Educators deliver evidence-based consumer education programs on a variety of topics, work with staff to schedule and deliver 30- or 60-minute presentations opportunities using Association program materials, and connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer’s Association programs and their free 24/7 Helpline. Volunteers need to be 21 years or older to apply.
Learn more and apply: tinyurl.com/community-educators
Contact: Alzheimer’s Association at inprograms@alz.org
Wish List Spotlight:
Food Pantry Donation Needs
Pathways provides high-quality, affordable early learning through the Compass Early Learning Center and promotes economic mobility for families with their Family Resource Center. Using a whole-family, intergenerational approach to eliminating poverty, their pantry helps support their caregivers through the powerful combination of resources: groceries, cleaning and hygiene items, and financial aid.
Donation drop-off location: 827 W. 14th Court, Bloomington, IN 47404; Staff is on-site Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to assist in collecting donations.
Contact: Jacky Perez at 812-339-3429, ext. 24, or jperez@btownpathways.org
Featured wishes:
View Wish List: tinyurl.com/food-pantry-donations
You can also find year-round in-kind donation needs on the Community Wish List at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/communitywishlist.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Times: Serve on a city commission, help at WFHB radio or be an Alzheimer’s community educator
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