Volunteer

Volunteer – Pathways, Inc.
Volunteer

Your time changes
lives in Bloomington

Every volunteer hour at Pathways helps a family move closer to stability. Whether you have a morning, a weekend, or a recurring commitment — there's a place for you here.

55 hrs volunteer hours needed each month
4 types of volunteer opportunities
Any skill level welcome — no experience needed
Why it matters

Help break the cycle of poverty

In Monroe County, many families face barriers such as food insecurity, limited transportation, disability, and lack of childcare. With your support, Pathways helps families move beyond these challenges — building self-sufficiency and creating lasting economic mobility for generations to come. Every helping hand opens new doors.

Get involved

Find your fit

We have volunteer opportunities that match many different interests, schedules, and skill sets. Here's where you can make an impact.

Pantry Volunteer

Shop alongside visitors to our food pantry, helping them select items for their families. Also help receive and sort incoming donations, and assist Family Resource Center staff with pantry operations.

Recurring shifts available Solo or group People-facing
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Classroom Assistant

Volunteer in one of our Compass Early Learning Center classrooms, helping teachers with daily planned activities and learning experiences. A great fit for those who love working with young children.

Regular commitment preferred Background check required Child-facing
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Events Volunteer

Help out at Pathways events throughout the year — Trunk or Treat, the Thanksgiving meal, Each One Feed One food drives at Kroger, Culver's Share Night, and more. Great for one-time or occasional volunteers.

One-time or occasional Perfect for groups Fun & community-facing
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Group Projects

Bring your team and pitch in on hands-on projects — painting, sorting, landscaping, facility upkeep, and more. Ideal for corporate volunteer days, civic groups, or friend groups looking to give back together.

Project-based Groups of 4–20+ Great for corporate teams
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The process

What to expect

Getting started is easy. Here's what happens after you sign up.

1
Fill out the interest form below

Let us know your interests, availability, and any relevant experience. It only takes a few minutes.

2
We'll reach out within a few days

A member of our team will contact you to match you with the right opportunity and answer any questions.

3
Complete any required screening

Some roles (especially those involving children) require a background check. We'll walk you through whatever is needed.

4
Show up and make a difference

We'll give you an orientation, introduce you to the team, and set you up for a meaningful experience from day one.

Get started

Sign up to volunteer

Fill out the form below and our volunteer coordinator will be in touch soon.

Volunteer Interest Form

All fields marked with * are required. We'll never share your information.

Questions? Email shampton@btownpathways.org

Looking for other ways to help?

Volunteering is just one way to support Pathways families. Donations, food drives, sponsorships, and more are always needed.