Volunteer: Student Senior Project - Create a Fundraiser Event for the Friends of the Library nonprofitThe Friends of the Library is a nonprofit group which supports the Bartholomew County Public Library's programs. Create a Fundraiser event for the Friends of the Library nonprofit to help raise money to support Library programs. A background check is required for anyone 18 and over. This opportunity is for a student senior project candidate. Agency: Bartholomew County Public Library The Friends of the Library is a nonprofit group which supports the Bartholomew County Public Library's programs. Create a Fundraiser event for the Friends of the Library nonprofit to help raise money to support Library programs. A background check is required for anyone 18 and over. This opportunity is for a student senior project candidate. Agency: Bartholomew County Public Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Math TutorsAt McDowell, we have students studying to take their HSE (High School Equivalency) exam and a few students need assistance in Mathematics. Mathematics include Easy, Medium, and Difficult level. Tutors can help students with practice questions and explaining how to show their work in strategies they can use in the future. Agency: McDowell Education Center At McDowell, we have students studying to take their HSE (High School Equivalency) exam and a few students need assistance in Mathematics. Mathematics include Easy, Medium, and Difficult level. Tutors can help students with practice questions and explaining how to show their work in strategies they can use in the future. Agency: McDowell Education Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Literacy ReadersMcDowell Education Center is seeking volunteer to help English learners improve their reading and literacy levels. Agency: McDowell Education Center McDowell Education Center is seeking volunteer to help English learners improve their reading and literacy levels. Agency: McDowell Education Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47203 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: English Conversation VolunteerAt McDowell Education Center, we offer free English learning classes. The end goal for our English learners is to learn how to read, write, and communicate in English. Volunteers would choose their preference to come into one of our English classes in the AM anytime from 9-12 or PM classes anytime from 5-8. Volunteers would help with having conversations with a student- helping them build their confidence in speaking, help with reading/writing, and participate in fun in-class activities.
Agency: McDowell Education Center At McDowell Education Center, we offer free English learning classes. The end goal for our English learners is to learn how to read, write, and communicate in English. Volunteers would choose their preference to come into one of our English classes in the AM anytime from 9-12 or PM classes anytime from 5-8. Volunteers would help with having conversations with a student- helping them build their confidence in speaking, help with reading/writing, and participate in fun in-class activities.
Agency: McDowell Education Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47203 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Board of DirectorsThe Columbus Symphony Orchestra is a nonprofit managed by a volunteer board of directors. The CSO board currently has vacancies and is looking for community members who are interested in helping to organize and manage the orchestra's administrative responsibilities. No musical experience is required. The board meets monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at 5:45pm via Zoom. Interested applicants should respond to this post or email the organization directly at columbusorchestra@gmail.com with any questions they have about the opportunity. Agency: Columbus Symphony Orchestra The Columbus Symphony Orchestra is a nonprofit managed by a volunteer board of directors. The CSO board currently has vacancies and is looking for community members who are interested in helping to organize and manage the orchestra's administrative responsibilities. No musical experience is required. The board meets monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at 5:45pm via Zoom. Interested applicants should respond to this post or email the organization directly at columbusorchestra@gmail.com with any questions they have about the opportunity. Agency: Columbus Symphony Orchestra Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: IDEA Committee (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access)The Columbus Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors is looking for individuals from the community to join our IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access) committee. The CSO highly values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility. As a result, the board of directors developed an IDEA committee in 2020 to strengthen the orchestra’s commitment to these principles, both within the orchestra’s musician membership and the broader community audience and supporters. The IDEA committee assesses the CSO’s current strengths and implements action plans to address areas in need of improvement.
It is the goal of the CSO Board that the IDEA committee be comprised of community members that reflect the makeup, ideas, and values of the greater Columbus area community. The CSO envisions a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and accessible community that is engaged in musical excellence for education and enjoyment.
Participation in this committee may include development of partnerships for concerts, attendance at local community events on behalf of the CSO, and evaluation of CSO practices. The committee meets once per quarter, or as needed if preparing for a particular event. Committee meetings take place virtually, while concerts and other events occur in-person.
Agency: Columbus Symphony Orchestra The Columbus Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors is looking for individuals from the community to join our IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access) committee. The CSO highly values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility. As a result, the board of directors developed an IDEA committee in 2020 to strengthen the orchestra’s commitment to these principles, both within the orchestra’s musician membership and the broader community audience and supporters. The IDEA committee assesses the CSO’s current strengths and implements action plans to address areas in need of improvement.
It is the goal of the CSO Board that the IDEA committee be comprised of community members that reflect the makeup, ideas, and values of the greater Columbus area community. The CSO envisions a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and accessible community that is engaged in musical excellence for education and enjoyment.
Participation in this committee may include development of partnerships for concerts, attendance at local community events on behalf of the CSO, and evaluation of CSO practices. The committee meets once per quarter, or as needed if preparing for a particular event. Committee meetings take place virtually, while concerts and other events occur in-person.
Agency: Columbus Symphony Orchestra Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Columbus Symphony Orchestra MusiciansThe Columbus Symphony Orchestra is currently seeking volunteer musicians to join our ensemble! We are especially in need of the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, bass, oboe, english horn, bassoon, french horn, harp, and percussion. Pianists who have an interest in playing with an orchestra can also contact us and we would love to have them join us when we perform music that requires a piano part. We do not require auditions or membership fees for musicians to come and play with us. We meet for rehearsal most Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm in the band room at Central Middle School (enter through Door 6) and perform five concerts per season (October through June). Rehearsals begin in late August/ early September and end in early June. There is a break during the summer months and in December between our annual Holiday Concert and the New Year holiday. The CSO is a volunteer-run non-profit community orchestra whose musicians range from intermediate to advanced in skill. Our musicians range from high school students to retirees. The CSO is a full orchestra, which means we have strings, winds, brass, and percussion who play with us. We perform classical and pops music. Some examples of composers we've played this past season include: George Gershwin, Duke Ellington, Dame Ethel Smyth, Scott Joplin, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, Johannes Brahms, Igor Stravinksy, W.A. Mozart, and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Agency: Columbus Symphony Orchestra The Columbus Symphony Orchestra is currently seeking volunteer musicians to join our ensemble! We are especially in need of the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, bass, oboe, english horn, bassoon, french horn, harp, and percussion. Pianists who have an interest in playing with an orchestra can also contact us and we would love to have them join us when we perform music that requires a piano part. We do not require auditions or membership fees for musicians to come and play with us. We meet for rehearsal most Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm in the band room at Central Middle School (enter through Door 6) and perform five concerts per season (October through June). Rehearsals begin in late August/ early September and end in early June. There is a break during the summer months and in December between our annual Holiday Concert and the New Year holiday. The CSO is a volunteer-run non-profit community orchestra whose musicians range from intermediate to advanced in skill. Our musicians range from high school students to retirees. The CSO is a full orchestra, which means we have strings, winds, brass, and percussion who play with us. We perform classical and pops music. Some examples of composers we've played this past season include: George Gershwin, Duke Ellington, Dame Ethel Smyth, Scott Joplin, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, Johannes Brahms, Igor Stravinksy, W.A. Mozart, and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Agency: Columbus Symphony Orchestra Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Maumee Scout ReservationMaumee Scout Reservation is located in the middle of the Hoosier National Forest in the northwest corner of Jackson County. Maumee is a rural retreat with limited access to the internet which requires our campers to "unplug" throughout their stay. Maumee provides an outdoor classroom which affords youth the opportunity to get back to being a kid again and enjoying the wonders of nature, all while learning the principles of Scouting. There are always projects to be completed to keep this 640 acre property meeting the needs of today's campers. Project vary by season and the abilities of our volunteers. Agency: Hoosier Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America Maumee Scout Reservation is located in the middle of the Hoosier National Forest in the northwest corner of Jackson County. Maumee is a rural retreat with limited access to the internet which requires our campers to "unplug" throughout their stay. Maumee provides an outdoor classroom which affords youth the opportunity to get back to being a kid again and enjoying the wonders of nature, all while learning the principles of Scouting. There are always projects to be completed to keep this 640 acre property meeting the needs of today's campers. Project vary by season and the abilities of our volunteers. Agency: Hoosier Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47426 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: 411 Gallery DocentNow in its 5th year, 411 Gallery is growing in popularity and engaging a broad audience. To continue this growth, the Columbus Area Arts Council is expanding the gallery hours to include early evenings and weekends. 411 Gallery Docent activities and tasks will include: Welcome guests into the gallery and provide a brief overview of the exhibition Answer questions about the exhibition, 411 Gallery, Columbus Area Arts Council programming, 6th Street Arts Alley, and Downtown Columbus Take payments for art and document the sale Offer and serve refreshments Complete basic opening and closing procedures Independent study of exhibiting artists and types of art Bonus points for inviting friends to see the exhibition while you are volunteering The majority of volunteer hours will align with gallery hours. Thursdays 12:00–6:00 pm Fridays 12:00–6:00 pm Saturdays 10:00–2:00 pm Is this position right for you? A good docent should be: Ready to learn Detail-oriented and accurate Able to read your audience Courteous and respectful 18 or older Note: extensive knowledge of art is not required Agency: Columbus Area Arts Council Now in its 5th year, 411 Gallery is growing in popularity and engaging a broad audience. To continue this growth, the Columbus Area Arts Council is expanding the gallery hours to include early evenings and weekends. 411 Gallery Docent activities and tasks will include: Welcome guests into the gallery and provide a brief overview of the exhibition Answer questions about the exhibition, 411 Gallery, Columbus Area Arts Council programming, 6th Street Arts Alley, and Downtown Columbus Take payments for art and document the sale Offer and serve refreshments Complete basic opening and closing procedures Independent study of exhibiting artists and types of art Bonus points for inviting friends to see the exhibition while you are volunteering The majority of volunteer hours will align with gallery hours. Thursdays 12:00–6:00 pm Fridays 12:00–6:00 pm Saturdays 10:00–2:00 pm Is this position right for you? A good docent should be: Ready to learn Detail-oriented and accurate Able to read your audience Courteous and respectful 18 or older Note: extensive knowledge of art is not required Agency: Columbus Area Arts Council Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: 6th Street Arts Alley VolunteerAfter hosting several successful 6th Street Arts Alley events, the Columbus Area Arts Council is ready to expand programming in the space. This includes growing CAAC events and developing a framework for partner events. We need your help to determine how best to serve the needs of our community and activate our downtown. "6th Street Squad" activities and tasks will include: Attend strategy and planning meetings (times TBD). Help set a vision for programming, develop a strategy for execution, and plan events. Assist the CAAC staff with event set logistics, before, during and after the 6th Street Arts Alley Events. Answering questions about 6th Street Arts Alley, 411 Gallery, Columbus Area Arts Council programming, and Downtown Columbus Bonus points if you invite friends to come to 6th Street Arts Alley events Is this position right for you? A good 6th Street Squadmember should be: Social! Interest in downtown events and happenings Partnership-focused 14 or older Ready to assist with events set up and tear down Agency: Columbus Area Arts Council After hosting several successful 6th Street Arts Alley events, the Columbus Area Arts Council is ready to expand programming in the space. This includes growing CAAC events and developing a framework for partner events. We need your help to determine how best to serve the needs of our community and activate our downtown. "6th Street Squad" activities and tasks will include: Attend strategy and planning meetings (times TBD). Help set a vision for programming, develop a strategy for execution, and plan events. Assist the CAAC staff with event set logistics, before, during and after the 6th Street Arts Alley Events. Answering questions about 6th Street Arts Alley, 411 Gallery, Columbus Area Arts Council programming, and Downtown Columbus Bonus points if you invite friends to come to 6th Street Arts Alley events Is this position right for you? A good 6th Street Squadmember should be: Social! Interest in downtown events and happenings Partnership-focused 14 or older Ready to assist with events set up and tear down Agency: Columbus Area Arts Council Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Small Business MentoringWork with Su Casa, the Columbus Area Chamber, and SCORE to assist Latino small businesses achieve their dream of success. Responsibilities would include financial reviews, assisting to build a business plan, and providing general advice around marketing, management, and finances. Agency: Su Casa Indiana Work with Su Casa, the Columbus Area Chamber, and SCORE to assist Latino small businesses achieve their dream of success. Responsibilities would include financial reviews, assisting to build a business plan, and providing general advice around marketing, management, and finances. Agency: Su Casa Indiana Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Build a RampIf you have ever wanted to change a life in just a few hours, this opportunity is for you! Servants at Work, Inc. (SAWS) builds ADA compliant ramps in just 3-5 hours. All volunteers are welcome to participate regardless of skill level.
Register now at https://sawsramps.volunteerhub.com/ to receive email alerts when there are opportunities to help build a ramp in your area!
Agency: Servants at Work, Inc. If you have ever wanted to change a life in just a few hours, this opportunity is for you! Servants at Work, Inc. (SAWS) builds ADA compliant ramps in just 3-5 hours. All volunteers are welcome to participate regardless of skill level.
Register now at https://sawsramps.volunteerhub.com/ to receive email alerts when there are opportunities to help build a ramp in your area!
Agency: Servants at Work, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47203 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Girl Scout VolunteersGirl Scout volunteers needed! Looking for local volunteer opportunities that will change your life while you change someone else’s? Whether you’re looking to assist at an event, do camp maintenance, or help with cookie season, you’ve come to the right place! For more information about event volunteering and other 1-2 day options, complete this form and we will be in touch within 2 business days. Agency: Girl Scouts of Central Indiana Girl Scout volunteers needed! Looking for local volunteer opportunities that will change your life while you change someone else’s? Whether you’re looking to assist at an event, do camp maintenance, or help with cookie season, you’ve come to the right place! For more information about event volunteering and other 1-2 day options, complete this form and we will be in touch within 2 business days. Agency: Girl Scouts of Central Indiana Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Afterschool Homework Help - BCSC BuildingFamily School Partners and Su Casa are co-collaborators in the Afterschool Homework Help program lead by Vecina Irma Cortez. During this program students are provided with homework assistance, creative art projects and prize incentives for their educational and interpersonal growth. We are looking for consistent volunteers who could provide mentorship/tutoring for youth K-4th. The program will be ongoing throughout the school year -On Wednesdays- and will take place at the Terrace Room in the BCSC Building.
Agency: Su Casa Indiana Family School Partners and Su Casa are co-collaborators in the Afterschool Homework Help program lead by Vecina Irma Cortez. During this program students are provided with homework assistance, creative art projects and prize incentives for their educational and interpersonal growth. We are looking for consistent volunteers who could provide mentorship/tutoring for youth K-4th. The program will be ongoing throughout the school year -On Wednesdays- and will take place at the Terrace Room in the BCSC Building.
Agency: Su Casa Indiana Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: TAB - Teen Advisory Board at Bartholomew County Public LibraryTEENS ONLY - MUST BE IN MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL 12-18 YEARS OLD Join the Teen Advisory Board at the Bartholomew County Public Library and help plan upcoming programs and activities, volunteer for events, and even suggest books for purchase. Let your voice be heard and while having fun in the Teen department at the Library. Regular meetings typically occur on the last Monday of the month 4-5 PM.
Contact: Christina Kelley at ckelley@mybcpl.org
Agency: Bartholomew County Public Library TEENS ONLY - MUST BE IN MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL 12-18 YEARS OLD Join the Teen Advisory Board at the Bartholomew County Public Library and help plan upcoming programs and activities, volunteer for events, and even suggest books for purchase. Let your voice be heard and while having fun in the Teen department at the Library. Regular meetings typically occur on the last Monday of the month 4-5 PM.
Contact: Christina Kelley at ckelley@mybcpl.org
Agency: Bartholomew County Public Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Tutors for English Conversation Club ProgramBCSC Cultural Learning Center is looking for volunteers who can help with the English Conversation Club program. The purpose of this program is to help a diverse group of adults learn and practice English. It is 1 hour in the morning, once a week through the school year. It is possible for the date and time to be set to accommodate your schedule. The conversation could be held either in person at Columbus North High school or virtually. Volunteers are asked to initiate conversation topics, help to build up topic-related English vocabulary, and facilitate a group of individuals’ conversations/dialogues. Agency: BCSC Cultural Learning Center BCSC Cultural Learning Center is looking for volunteers who can help with the English Conversation Club program. The purpose of this program is to help a diverse group of adults learn and practice English. It is 1 hour in the morning, once a week through the school year. It is possible for the date and time to be set to accommodate your schedule. The conversation could be held either in person at Columbus North High school or virtually. Volunteers are asked to initiate conversation topics, help to build up topic-related English vocabulary, and facilitate a group of individuals’ conversations/dialogues. Agency: BCSC Cultural Learning Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Tutors for Connect to English ProgramBCSC Cultural Learning Center is looking for volunteers who can help with the Connect to English program. The program aims to provide English learners from Secondary schools with homework assistance. It is 1.5 hours after school, once a week through the school year. It is possible for the date and time to be set to accommodate your schedule. Volunteers are asked to help students work on their homework, including reading, language arts, math, etc. virtually or in-person in the school setting. Agency: BCSC Cultural Learning Center BCSC Cultural Learning Center is looking for volunteers who can help with the Connect to English program. The program aims to provide English learners from Secondary schools with homework assistance. It is 1.5 hours after school, once a week through the school year. It is possible for the date and time to be set to accommodate your schedule. Volunteers are asked to help students work on their homework, including reading, language arts, math, etc. virtually or in-person in the school setting. Agency: BCSC Cultural Learning Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 47201 Allow Groups: No |