The Community Organizations database provides information about Monroe County nonprofits and groups.
Bloomington District United Methodist Church
Bloomington Eastview Church of the Nazarene
Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC)
The Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) is the lead business retention, development and attraction entity for Bloomington and Monroe County, Indiana; the lead intermediary between local businesses and state and federal economic development assistance programs, and the host of the Bloomington Life Sciences Partnership (BLSP) and the Bloomington Technology Partnership (BTP). BEDC focuses on talent retention and attraction, business development and partnerships with Indiana University and Ivy Tech Community College-Bloomington.
Bloomington Fencing Club
Bloomington Fencing will be teaching classes in their new (as of March 2010) facility on the courthouse square. For class times and prices, call or visit website.
Bloomington Food Policy Council
The Bloomington Food Policy Council exists to increase and preserve access to sustainably produced, locally grown, healthful food for all residents in Monroe and surrounding counties.
Bloomington Fourth Street Festival Committee
The 4th Street Festival was created in 1977 by Bloomington, Indiana area artists and craftspeople to showcase southern Indiana talent. The fair has grown to include artists from all over the country. The Fourth Street Festival of the Arts and Fine Crafts strives to create an atmosphere of appreciation for art as well as an opportunity for artists to showcase their work by presenting a high quality event, while providing an educational environment to create connections with art and artists. Fourth Street prides itself on being admission free and welcoming to all.
Bloomington Garden Club
On September 27, 1938, six women formed The Bloomington Garden Club. These six charter members had the following mission: to promote the knowledge and love of gardening; to aid in the protection of native trees, plants, and birds; and to encourage civic planting and beautification.
Closed membership.
Members and participants must to be nominated to join.
Sponsors the Garden Walk annually and other civic garden projects. Minutes are stored at the Lilly Library.
Bloomington Good Evening Toastmasters Club 2471
The Toastmasters club is dedicated to improving communication skills through public speaking. Toastmaster clubs help men and women learn the arts of speaking, listening, and thinking - vital skills which promote self-actualization, enhance leadership potential, foster human understanding, and contribute to the betterment of the world.
Bloomington Good Morning Club
Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. The Bloomington Good Morning Toastmasters is meeting online during the COVID pandemic. Visitors are free to join us Friday mornings at 7a.m. Email us for for the link!
Most Toastmasters meetings are comprised of approximately 20 people who meet weekly for an hour or two. Participants practice and learn skills by filling a meeting role, ranging from giving a prepared speech or an impromptu one to serving as timer, evaluator or grammarian. There is no instructor; instead, each speech and meeting is critiqued by a member in a positive manner, focusing on what was done right and what could be improved. Good communicators tend to be good leaders.
Bloomington Health Foundation
We are committed to helping the people of Bloomington and surrounding communities lead healthier lives. We invest in and partner with the people and organizations of our community to implement innovative, evidence-based solutions to our community’s most pressing health issues.
Bloomington Holiness Church
Bloomington Housing Authority
The BHA was established in 1961 and the first development of affordable housing units was completed in 1968. Currently, the BHA employs a staff of 30 employees and provides housing assistance to over 2,500 Monroe County households each year. The BHA operates three affordable housing communities and provides more than 1,300 Housing Choice Vouchers, also known as Section 8, that allow income eligible families to rent in the private market. Along with housing assistance, the BHA maintains active service coordination programs including the Family Self-Sufficiency Program and Step Up Program.
Bloomington Indiana Family History Center
Free access to premium family history website is available in FamilySearch Centers, including a wealth of databases, digitized books, and more.
Bloomington Indiana Grotto
The Bloomington Indiana Grotto was founded in 1958 and is a local chapter of the National Speleological Society. We have a wealth of specialized experience related to exploring and studying caves safely and conscientiously and are here to serve as a resource for those eager to learn more! The BIG is a community for members who wish to network with others interested in caving since it can be very unsafe to go underground alone and unprepared. We work to provide mentoring and education about techniques and equipment, safe caving practices, cave science, and good conservation ethics.
All caving trips hosted by the BIG are organized by volunteers. The BIG does not rent equipment or provide ‘tours’, but rather functions as a meeting hub for people interested in cave-related endeavors.
Bloomington Indiana Kennel Club, Inc.
The Bloomington Indiana Kennel Club (BIKC) was established in 1966 and is a licensed American Kennel Club. Our members are a diverse group, all united in one common Passion - dogs!
BIKC is an all breed kennel Club and our members own many different - and even - rare breeds recognized and/or soon to be recognized by the American Kennel Club. While our passion is the dogs themselves, the devotion and joy they add to our lives, our purpose is to protect and preserve purebred breeds for future generations to enjoy.
Bloomington Indiana Sacred Harp
We meet twice a month. Our local singings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 7-9 PM in the lower level of the Fairview Methodist Church. (600 W 6th St.) Park in the lot on the north side of the building and enter through the lower level doors on the southeast side of the building.
Newbies are encouraged! Don’t worry, loaner books are provided!
Bloomington Junior League Baseball Association
BJLBA has been created to provide a means whereby children ages 5-18 can play the game of baseball in an organized manner, under the instruction and supervision of qualified coaches. Further, to aid these children to develop athletic skill and a sense of citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play.
Bloomington Learning Center
The Bloomington Learning Center is available to assist Indiana University students with their coursework and to help them achieve a high level of success.
Bloomington Lions Club
Lions Club International is a worldwide organization with clubs in over 200 countries, including China and Iraq. The Bloomington Lions extend our service beyond city, state, and even national borders to programs and institutions. We support educational, health, and community initiatives in our area and welcome new members on a regular basis.
We welcome you to attend one of our meetings, which are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the American Legion Post 18 (West 3rd Street, Bloomington IN)
Bloomington Meals on Wheels
Founded in 1973, our program provides nuntritious meals to homebound people who are unable to cook for themselves. We ensure that our clients receive two good meals a day delivered by a friendly visitor. Any person who lives in our Bloomington service area is eligible for Meals on Wheels. We have no age or economic restrictions.
Bloomington Newcomers & Neighbors Club
Bloomington Newcomers & Neighbors Club is a social organization founded to give area residents the opportunity to meet and develop friendships. Any local resident is invited to join, regardless of how long they have lived in the area. Our motto is "In this world there are no strangers, just friends who have never met."Through general meetings and interest groups, BNNC encourages members to learn more about Bloomington and to share interests.
Bloomington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Bloomington Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, located in Bloomington, Indiana provides the following services: Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing Facility, and Short Term Care: Rehabilitation. It accepts the following payment methods: Medicare and Medicaid.
Bloomington Old-Time Music and Dance Group (BOTMDG)
BOTMDG is dedicated to fostering the growth and development of Old Time musicians, callers, and dancers in a nurturing and friendly atmosphere. It is a non-profit organization that is run entirely through the efforts of volunteers — your help is always needed and welcome! BOTMDG is one of the oldest groups of its kind in the country. Every Wednesday evening (no exceptions!) they convene for live Old Time fiddle, New England, and Irish dance tunes. Callers lead contra, square, and occasionally English set dancing. This type of dance has a devout and enthusiastic following around the world.
Bloomington Open Studios Tour
Bloomington Open Studios Tour is a fun 2-day event in which area artists open their studios to visits from the general public.
Bloomington Parkour
We are a community driven Parkour and Freerunning club here in Bloomington, Indiana. We give free Parkour lessons both on campus and in town. Times, dates, and locations can be found on our website. We are a supportive and safe environment for learning this wonderful alternative fitness activity. All are welcome. Our focus is on using Parkour and Natural Movement to make Bloomington fun, healthy, and inclusive.
USPK Supporting Organization.
Bloomington Parks Foundation
The Bloomington Parks Foundation, through the community’s generous support, enhances and expands the parks and recreation services of the award-winning Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department. By receiving gifts of land and funds, we are able to secure new park space and trails and improve existing facilities.
We are also able to achieve our goal of improving the lives of children. By providing scholarship assistance to youth whose families’ incomes are in the lowest income brackets, young members of our community can learn lifelong skills such as swimming and build positive relationships through participation in a broad range of park programs.
Bloomington Peace Action Coalition
The Bloomington Peace Action Coalition strives to educate the community about war, peace and U.S. foreign policy, demilitarization, and humanitarian issues. It strives to empower people to take action in response to this information and become advocates for legislative progress.
Bloomington Peace Choir
The Bloomington Peace Choir is a non-auditioned choir that invites singers of all skills and those who are new to singing. Our mission is to sing for the joy of singing and sharing music from around the world. We visit area senior centers as part of our musical outreach.
Bloomington Permaculture Guild
An association of Permaculture Design Course students, teachers, and friends committed to supporting the relocalization of Bloomington's food and economic systems. Group meets monthly at rotating locations in members homes to share work projects, food, information, seed trading and sharing, and mutual support and education.