http://www.bloomington.in.gov/volunteer Information provided by City of Bloomington Volunteer Network en-us Copyright 2009 City of Bloomington Volunteer Network. All Rights Reserved. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:20:06 GMT Truist RSS Generator 1.0 1440 www.bloomington.in.gov/volunteer /images/cache/000/010/307/752/10307752354.jpg You may not be aware that in past years, some of our Bloomington neighbors experiencing homelessness have literally frozen to death in the wintertime. More have suffered frostbite and subsequent amputation. Many walk all night simply to stay alive. The physical and emotional stress of homelessness is compounded by the cold of winter. We now have an opportunity to invite our neighbors in from the cold. Local faith communities have recently opened a 5 month Winter Shelter. After the first w... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10349465111 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10349465111 During the holiday season, Bloomington Transit is partnering with B97 and the Salvation Army to help make the holidays a little merrier for children and families in need. Help Stuff the Bus with Toys! Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10348559634 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10348559634 If you're looking for a way to give back this November through January, this guide is for you! Holiday collection drives, special holiday volunteer opportunities and of course the annual Holiday Wish List are all included here. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10347788494 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10347788494 Come out to Lower Cascades Park on Nov. 14. Three different treatment methods will be used; cut stump treatment, foliar spraying and basal bark application. The results will be monitored, evaluated and used to determine future bush honeysuckle management in local parks. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10346672716 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10346672716 Volunteers are needed to help run concessions, take money at the door, run the score table and for set up and tear down. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10343160551 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10343160551 Got a pig you could loan? Volunteer to provide the Boys & Girls Club with a pig (preferably a small one) for their Kiss A Pig event. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10343060928 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10343060928 Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Indiana needs you on Saturday, October 10th as they attempt to break the record for the world's largest game of telephone. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10343158364 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10343158364 Help end poverty in Monroe County. Please join us on October 13, 7:00 PM, at 1500 W. 15th St. for an informational Dessert Night to learn about becoming an Ally with the Monroe County Circles™ Initiative. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10342569871 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10342569871 Become a part of the VITAL (Volunteers in Tutoring Adult Learners) team by participating in these informative training sessions. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10341040636 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10341040636 Join Medical Reserve Corps, Fire Corps, CERT (Certified Emergency Response Team), and Citizen Corps volunteers to learn more about the importance of volunteering for public health preparedness on Wednesday, September 23 at 7 p.m. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10340126642 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10340126642 Volunteer for the kick-off event of National Hispanic Heritage Month - Saturday, September 19th from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10339907897 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10339907897 Stranger's Hill Organics and Hoosier Hills Food Bank announce an innovative collaboration, establishing a "Food Bank Field" at the SHO Farm. Volunteers and supplies needed! Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10327401418 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10327401418 Priority Shift Consideration Application Deadline: August 10, 2009 Applications will continue to be accepted through September 17, 2009 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10332800858 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10332800858 If you're looking to gain performance art experience in a collaborative setting or if you're looking to tell new and original stories as an integral part of a supportive ensemble, then TOP is most certainly a safe place for you to express yourself in a passionate way. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10338093775 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10338093775 Volunteers are needed to "Fill the Gap" between summer break ending and school starting again: Aug.- Sept. This would be a short-term volunteer commitment that would make a big impact for clients of the Community Kitchen. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10337975181 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10337975181 Volunteer Program Intern urgently needed at City of Bloomington Animal Shelter for 5 hour per week assignment. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10335926080 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10335926080 See the show for free as an usher for the Brown County Playhouse's production of Present Laughter August 7-23. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10334583673 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10334583673 Volunteers are needed to direct passersby on Kirkwood Avenue to the Bookmobile on Wednesday, July 22. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10333224027 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10333224027 Habitat is kicking off their Crew Leader Training program with a meeting on Thursday, July 9th from 7pm-8pm at the Habitat office on (213 East Kirkwood Ave.). Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10330830100 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10330830100 Get oriented to this new Fair Trade business venture at their volunteer orientations on Wednesday and Saturday. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10328598431 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10328598431 Taste of Blooming Event Committee is currently searching for a group of eco-minded volunteers to assist in recycling efforts for this summer's Taste of Bloomington on June 20! Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10328438688 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10328438688 Get on Board! Check out these City Board and Commission vacancies. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10327156907 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10327156907 Projects for all ages! Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10322431111 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10322431111 Four volunteers are urgently needed for Thursday, April 16 square-dance and volunteer recognition for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10320538960 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10320538960 Get out and get moving for a cause this Spring! Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10314729981 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10314729981 Stand up for abused children, so they can stand a chance. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10311371796 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10311371796 Take a road trip to New England this Thursday, delivering over 100 dogs and puppies to rescue groups who will find them homes. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10310203466 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10310203466 Let your 40 Days of Peace begin on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10306619165 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10306619165 Mentor a child today. Change a life forever. Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10303913987 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10303913987 Make It A Day On! January 19, 2009 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10301623297 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10301623297 Help Stuff the Bus with Toys! Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10299946140 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10299946140 Middle Way House has a great need for male volunteers to serve as mentors for boys living in the transitional housing program, the Rise. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10298127631 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10298127631 Attention Middle School Animal Lovers! Get involved with the MCHA's new animal welfare club for middle school students. Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10297702656 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10297702656 Learn more about the issues, events and organizations Nov 16th - 22nd. Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10297030931 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10297030931 Volunteers are needed for the Show this Friday, October 31st for Cardinal’s 4th annual Rocky Horror Picture Show fundraiser at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10297028641 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10297028641 Help encourage students to walk or bike to school on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at ten local schools. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10294491988 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10294491988 Calling all animal loving volunteers! Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10293404261 https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/volunteer/spotlight/one.tcl?item_id=10293404261