Bloomington Volunteers Needed for Animals in Need

Bloomington's animal shelters and community organizations are calling for volunteers this month to support hundreds of animals and the people who love them.

PALS (People & Animal Learning Services) is recruiting board and committee members passionate about equine therapy programs. The organization uses horses to help people heal and grow, and they need dedicated community members to help guide their mission.

The Hoosier Hills Food Bank has reopened its doors to volunteers after updating its programs. Adults can now help clean, sort, and stage food for local agencies serving families across southern Indiana. The work directly ensures that partner organizations have fresh supplies to distribute.

Brown County Humane Society needs event volunteers for its annual Dawg Gone Walk & Fiesta on May 17. Last year's celebration drew over 150 dogs and 300 people to Deer Run Park in Nashville for contests, games, and a community walk. Volunteers will help with setup, run activity stations, and sell merchandise throughout the day.

The City of Bloomington Animal Shelter is also asking the community to fulfill wish list items. Donations of dog treats, pet food, hand sanitizer, and laundry supplies help the shelter care for animals waiting for their forever homes.

The Ripple Effect

These volunteer opportunities create waves of positive change across the community. When someone sorts food at the food bank, families eat. When board members guide PALS, people experience therapeutic healing with horses. When event volunteers show up, shelter dogs get exposure to potential adopters and vital fundraising happens.

Every hour donated strengthens the safety net for both animals and people in Bloomington. The organizations make it easy to participate with flexible schedules, clear training, and welcoming teams.

Registration information for all opportunities is available through the Bloomington Volunteer Network at BloomingtonVolunteerNetwork.org or by calling 812-349-3433.

Bloomington's animals and neighbors need helping hands this spring.