The Community Organizations database provides information about Monroe County nonprofits and groups.

 

Kiwanis Club of South Central Indiana

Description: 

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.
Meetings are held on the 2nd & 4th Monday at 3400 S Walnut Street - Bloomington, IN

Year Established: 
2006 (all day)
Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
Bloomington
IN
47407

Knights of Columbus - Council 1096

Description: 

Thanks to the efforts of Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church in New Haven and some of his parishioners, the Connecticut state legislature on March 29, 1882, officially chartered the Knights of Columbus as a fraternal benefit society. The Order is still true to its founding principles of charity, unity and fraternity.

Address
123 N. Walnut Street
Bloomington
IN
47408
Additional Address
P.O.Box 1812
Bloomington
IN
Contact
Gary
Broxton
Grand Knight
812-340-7571
812-824-4889

La Casa Latino Cultural Center

Description: 

La Casa creates a link between the university and the Hispanic community by promoting academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural pride through a combination of support services and programming.

Year Established: 
1973 (all day)
Incorporation Status: 
Incorporated
Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
715 East Seventh St.
Bloomington
IN
47408
Contact
Lillian
Casillas
Director
812-855-0174

La Leche League

Description: 

The mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and the mother.

Address
Bloomington
IN

Laborers International Union of North America Local 741

Description: 

The Laborers' International Union of North America is one of the most progressive and strongest unions in the country. Over 500,000 strong, LIUNA is the eighth largest labor organization in America, representing a skilled and diverse workforce. Laborers are construction workers, government workers, health care providers, industrial employees, service workers, and educators.

Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
7745 South Fairfax Road
Bloomington
IN
47401
Contact
Roger
Kent
Business Manager
812-824-2605

Lake Monroe Sailing Association

Description: 

Lake Monroe Sailing Association (LMSA) is located in the rolling hills of southern Indiana at the Moores Creek Sailing Marina on Lake Monroe. LMSA offers club membership, wet storage in slips and on buoys, dry storage in secure fenced areas, marina facilities, a shelter house, camping areas, shower house, childrens playground, and club activities to the sailing public.

Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
7600 S. Shields Ridge Road
P.O. Box 5966
Bloomington
IN
47407
Contact
Rita
Flynn
824-4611

Lakota Language Consortium

Description: 

The Lakota Language Consortium (LLC, The Consortium) is one of the foremost Native American language organizations in the country. A nonprofit organization made up of Native community leaders, linguists and volunteers, its primary mission is the complete revitalization of the Lakota language, one of only a small handful of Native American languages left that has a significant chance of survival.

Incorporation Status: 
Incorporated
Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
Bloomington
IN
47404
Contact

Leadership Bloomington - Monroe County

Description: 

Leadership Bloomington - Monroe County (LBMC) builds a stronger community by identifying a diverse cross-section of emerging leaders and preparing them for roles in shaping our future. Each year, people who are broadly representative of Bloomington and Monroe County participate in this leadership program to prepare for greater involvement in community life. To date, more than 800 local leaders have participated in this program.

LBMC is a program offered in partnership by Indiana University and the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce.

Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
Indiana University Bloomington Continuing Studies
101 W. Kirkwood Ave.
Bloomington
IN
47404
Contact
Mary Catherine
Carmichael
Director
812-855-6329

League of Women Voters of Bloomington-Monroe County

Description: 

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through advocacy and education. Membership is open to men and women 16 and older.

LWV-BMC publishes The League Letter.

Year Established: 
1914 (all day)
Incorporation Status: 
Incorporated
Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
Bloomington
IN
47407

Learn More Indiana

Description: 

From website: "Learn More Indiana is here to guide Hoosiers on how to get to college so that students of all ages can achieve the dream of a degree. Learn More Indiana is Indiana's college and career connection and helps students and parents: Check out colleges and career training programs; Explore different careers including the fastest growing Indiana occupations; Keep academics on track through grade-specific checklists and tips for supporting life-long learning; and Find ways to save and pay for college. Formerly called Indiana Career and Postsecondary Advancement Center (ICPAC).

Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
101 West Ohio Street, Suite 670
Indianapolis
IN
46204 - 4254
Contact
(800) 992-2076

LGBTQ+ Cultural Center

Description: 

A Welcoming Place

Diversity and multiculturalism show the true strength of a campus community. Indiana University is a leader among U.S. colleges and universities for its policies, programs, and practices toward LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Through the LGBTQ+ Culture Center, students will find a safe and welcoming learning environment that provides resources and support to help students successfully reach their educational goals. The Center, which is a program of the Office of the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Multicultural Affairs (OVPDEMA), works in partnership with other diversity efforts on campus.

 

Address
Indiana University
705 E. 7th Street
Bloomington
IN
47408
Contact
812-855-4252
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m
812-855-0916

Life Education and Resource Network (LEARN)

Description: 

LEARN is a group of Indiana homeschooling families from Bloomington, Monroe County, and the surrounding area. The network is diverse and inclusive; many political backgrounds, educational philosophies, and religious views are represented, and all are welcome. We are also committed to providing information for the broader community about homeschooling in Indiana.

Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
Bloomington
IN
Contact
Barbara
Benson
812-336-8028

LIFEDesigns, Inc. (Formerly Options)

Description: 

Partner with individuals with disabilities and their communities to bring about self-directed and fulfilled lives. LIFEDesigns provide holistic services to assist individuals achieve their desired lifestyle including housing, rewarding employment, fulfilling relationships, and active citizenship in communities throughout Southern Indiana.

Community Organizations Subjects: 
Address
200 E. Winslow Rd.
Bloomington
IN
47401
Contact
Susan
Rinne
Executive Director
800-875-9615
Fax: 812-332-1186

Lighthouse Christian Academy

Description: 

The mission of Lighthouse Christian Academy, Inc., is to partner with Christian parents to provide a Biblically based and academically excellent education that develops each child's Christ-like character, intellectual ability, and physical health to the glory of God.

Address
1201 W. That Road
Bloomington
IN
47403
Contact
Michael
Baldomero
President
812-824-2000
Richard
Holdeman
Principal

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