The Community Organizations database provides information about Monroe County nonprofits and groups.
United Presbyterian Church
We are a diverse and inclusive people of God determined and committed to reflect an authentic presentation of the Church universal. As a reformed congregation, we cherish the authority of Scripture and the elemental Presbyterian confession that “God alone is Lord of the conscience.”
Presently, we speak Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Korean Spanish, and Twi. Contact us if you need someone who speaks your language.
United Way of South Central Indiana
United Way of South Central Indiana improves people’s lives by working to address our community’s most pressing needs. They bring together expertise, funding, and volunteer support to positively impact the resilience of our community, and those who live within it. In partnership with others, they work to eliminate inequities experienced by low-income and diverse populations so that all people have a safe, healthy home environment, achieve their educational potential, and increase their financial stability. They commit to building bridges across cultural, racial, religious, and economic boundaries. They create and sustain solutions to the most pressing issues in Brown, Greene, Lawrence, Monroe, Orange and Owen counties.
In September 2023, United Way of Monroe County and United Way of South Central Indiana announced that these two organizations have united as one, joining forces to combine their unique abilities, partnerships, and histories to bring new opportunities to the region. Merging creates operational efficiencies, ensuring greater impact while maintaining a strong local presence within each distinct community that makes up the south-central region.
The United Way of South Central Indiana offers free community tax assistance.
Unity of Bloomington, a Center for Spiritual Growth
Unity is a positive, practical, progressive spiritual community. We enjoy exploring teachings from Christianity, Buddhism, Taoism and more. Unity honors the universal truths in all religions and respects each individual's right to choose a spiritual path.
We believe and practice the following:
- God is absolute good, everywhere present.
- Human beings have a spark of divinity within them. Their very essence is of God, and therefore they are inherently good.
- Human beings create their experiences by the activity of their thinking.
- Prayer and Meditation are forms of creative thinking that heighten our connection with God.
- Knowing and understanding these principles are not enough. A person must also live the truth that he or she knows.
Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Live streamed on Facebook and YouTube by going to this link unityofbloomington.org
Building is closed until 2021.
University Baptist Church
EXPECT TO BE WELCOMED & AFFIRMED
Lots of churches say everyone welcome. Not all churches admit how hard that can be. If you are exploring faith, enjoy open conversation about how spirituality meets real life, are comfortable worshipping with LGBTQ+ siblings, love thoughtful Bible study, respectful dialogue, community service and breaking bread with others,
UBC is worth checking out.
If you are exploring faith, looking for a church home, or returning after time away, we want to welcome you, to offer a resting place from the world and new strength to return again.
University Club of Indiana University
The University Club is for all faculty, staff, alumni, and interested community members. Members share a common bond: Indiana University. Friendships formed at the Club help foster connections across departmental lines; our social, cultural, and recreational activities add to the texture of University life. The Club's comfortable, welcoming facilities offer spaces for both large and small social gatherings, and quiet places to read or write.
University Faculty Council
The University Faculty Council consists of an elected body of members responsible for exercising faculty authority for the Indiana University System. Faculty governance at Indiana University has a unique history. We invite you to involve yourself in faculty governance at IU by attending our meetings, reading the minutes from meetings, and voting in council elections. We're looking forward to another productive year for the UFC and we hope to see you at one of our gatherings.
University Lutheran Church
University Lutheran Church, commonly known as "ULu," is a congregation of The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, serving local residents and students who want to be part of bringing the Gospel of Jesus Christ to our unique community. We work in partnership with the Indiana District - LCMS and Faith Lutheran Church. We invite you to be a part of our fellowship.
University Women's Club of Indiana University
At a tea held in the home of Mrs. H. A. Hoffman on Thursday, April 24, 1913, a social organization of Indiana University faculty women, wives and teachers was proposed. Forty five women were present and after discussion, agreement was reached to send invitations to all eligible women; to hold eight meetings a year; to pay dues and to serve refreshments; and to have an executive committee to direct the organization.
Uplands Network of the Hoosier Chapter of Sierra Club
Welcome to the Uplands Network! As part of the state Hoosier Chapter of Sierra Club, we gather environmental supporters to form a local outings group. Activities include regular outings and monthly meetings with topics of interest. We partner with established environmental groups in the area to protect, preserve, and explore together.
What We Do: We provide safe experiences in nature for everyone while working to preserve the natural areas around us. You do not need to be a member of Sierra Club to join our outings/events.
VA Outpatient Clinic
Provides primary, mental, and specialty care to veterans.
Vet To Vet
Vet -to-Vet is trained by the VA, but is not part of the VA. Our groups do not exist to discuss or attain a disability rating.
We are here to learn about ourselves, our problems, and how we affect the other people in our lives. We are here to help each other deal with problems adjusting to life after having been in combat or other military trauma. We are here to help each other deal with problems such as anger, isolation, seclusion, anxiety, depression, and the need to use drugs or alcohol to escape from these problems. We are here to help each other re-learn how to function in society, and how to unlearn the things the military has taught us that prevent us from doing that. We are here for fellowship and our mutual benefit.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Bloomington area Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Villages of Indiana, Inc.
The Villages, Indiana's largest not-for-profit child and family services agency, serves over 1,200 children and their families each day. Their vision is that every child will flourish in a healthy, nurturing, self-sufficient family and are committed to finding every child a safe, permanent and nurturing home.
Vineyard Community Church
If you're looking for a perfect church, this isn't it; but if you're looking for a church with real people? That's us! We're real people, living in a real world, dealing with real problems, with the help of a real God.
It's a safe place where you can be known and loved for who you are.
Visually Impaired Preschool Services
The Mission of Visually Impaired Preschool Services, Inc. (VIPS) is to offer appropriate services to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who are visually impaired or blind and to their families; to maximize each child's developmental potential through direct services, advocacy, and community education.
Volunteers in Tutoring Adult Learners (VITAL)
VITAL offers the following services:
- One-to-one tutoring - Trained tutors help individual learners set goals, gain essential literacy skills, and increase their confidence.
- New Reader Support Group - An opportunity for new readers to gather and exchange their thoughts and ideas in a supportive and confidential group
- Additional Tutor Training - In-services are offered in the area of computing, GED tutoring, Laubach Method, and English as a second language
- Introduction to Tutoring for Volunteers
- Brown Bag Lunches
W. Second Street Church Of Christ
The West Second Church of Christ exists because of Christ and for Christ. We recognize Jesus as the Son of God who was sent to endure, triumph, and establish His kingdom, His church, in order that all those who trust and follow Him can have a hope of eternal life. We don't claim to have all the answers to life's hard questions, but we know where the answers can be found. Join us as we strive to imitate the life of Christ!
Walnut Creek
Wapehani Mountain Bike Park
Wapehani Mountain Bike Park on Weimer Road is located off of West 2nd Street (Bloomfield Road). This wooded hilly 43 acre area is designed for mountain bike use. Several trails are available for biking or hiking by foot.
Waterman
Well House Society
Well House Society associates give to IU where the University's needs are greatest. Your unrestricted support is a source of flexible funding that beautifies IU's campuses and enriches its academic mission. Associates give at least $2,000 annually with a minimum of $1,000 going to unrestricted uses. If you are under 40, you may become an associate with an annual gift of $1,000.
West 11th Street Church of Christ
West Side Assembly Of God
The Assemblies of God was founded in 1914 in Hot Springs, Arkansas with 300 people at the founding convention. Today there are nearly 13,000 churches in the U.S. with over 3 million members and adherents. There are more than 69 million Assemblies of God members worldwide, making the Assemblies of God the world’s largest Pentecostal denomination.
West Trinity Pentecostal Chr
Westpointe
WFHB Community Radio
WFHB is the hub of our local community, and to that end, we create programming that meets the needs of the community. Hola Bloomington, Bring It On!, BloomingOUT, EcoReport, and many other programs produced by the public affairs department are important reminders of diversity of this area. The WFHB news department has won over 40 awards for journalistic excellence. This is evident in Daily Local News at 5:30 PM. WFHB music programming is eclectic and unique- nothing you will hear on other stations- such as Planetary Caravan, Golden Age Radio, Reggae Children, and so much more. WFHB also produces the quarterly live radio show- Firehouse Follies, the monthly Brown Country Hour, and many live, in-studio music performances throughout the year. WFHb on air at 91.3/98.1/100.7/106.3 and online at WFHB.org.
WFIU Community Advisory Board
The WFIU Community Advisory Board assists WFIU senior managers fulfill the station's mission to inform, inspire, and educate its audiences.
Wheeler Mission Ministries
Backstreet Missions, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the homeless and those with spiritual and physical needs, reaching out to people where they are, extending Christ’s love in practical ways.
Wheeler Mission for Men 215 S Westplex Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana 47404 812-333-1905
Wheeler for Women 400 S Opportunity Lane, Bloomington, Indiana 47404 812-333-0360
In October of 2015 Backstreet Missions merged with Wheeler Mission.
White Oak Cemetery
Originally the United Presbyterian Cemetery, White Oak Cemetery was purchased by the City of Bloomington in 1914 and renamed White Oak in 1983.