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

 

Conservation - Community Organizations

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CanopyBloomington, Inc.

Description: 

We are a social impact organization in Bloomington, IN whose mission is to grow and sustainably manage Bloomington's urban forest for the many environmental, health, economic, and social benefits of trees with a focus on tree equity and community engagement.

CORE VALUES:

  • Community and Cooperation - Inspire, educate, empower, and employ the community toward our common goals, working with all stakeholders for the benefit of Bloomington and our urban forest.
  • Equity and Inclusion - Ensure communities that need greening the most are prioritized and have equitable access to opportunities and resources; support youth and those in need with job opportunities.
  • Environmental Sustainability - Promote the stewardship and management of a resilient and sustainably-structured urban forest to yield a highly functional urban ecosystem now and into the future.
  • Public Health and Happiness - Facilitate improved physical and mental health of residents and increase community capacity by building a greener city through community engagement.
  • Science and Creativity - Dedicated to transparent, data-driven decision-making integrated with creative and inspirational initiatives that celebrate and communicate our green goals.

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Year Established: 
2021 (all day)
Address
Bloomington
In
47407

Circular Indiana

Description: 

Circular Indiana is focused on education and advocacy to strengthen the circular economy. Indiana is ready to leverage our unique strengths—manufacturing industry, transportation network, and geographic position—to eliminate waste, create jobs, and strengthen supply chains with benefits for all. Circular Indiana is here to lead the transformation. Previously: Indiana Recycling Coalition

Incorporation Status: 
Incorporated
Address
P.O. Box 7108 IN
Bloomington
IN
47407-7108
Contact
Carey
Hamilton
Executive Director
812-331-3006
Free:1-877-283-9550

Earth Care

Description: 

Earth Care seeks to listen to and work with all concerned religious communities and individuals in order to create an ever-widening circle of care for creation. We urge all Indiana's faith communities to be centers of this care by living more prudently and speaking up for policies that embody creation care.

Address
1228 E. Maxwell Lane
Bloomington
IN
47401
Additional Address
1714 S. Wilton Drive
Bloomington
IN
47401
Contact

Uplands Network of the Hoosier Chapter of Sierra Club

Description: 

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.

Address
Bloomington
IN
47408