Social Service Agencies

Strengthening our community and enriching lives by providing equitable access to information and opportunities to read, learn, connect, and create.

MHC is a Bloomington food pantry that provides wholesome, healthful food to over 895 people in need per week. Clients enjoy a simple sign-in process, free choice of food items, and one visit per week without a cut off. Pantry hours are Monday-Friday 4-6pm. Please do not arrive on site before 3:50pm.

New Hope Family Shelter’s mission is to provide temporary shelter for homeless families in Bloomington and Monroe County and, in collaboration with other agencies, to help those families regain housing by addressing the problems that led to homelessness.We expect some families to be ready to move on to independent housing quickly, within a few days, opening their place up to another family. Some families will need a longer stay, up to 90 days, to complete programs that prepare them for jobs, their own housing, and independence. Over the course of a year we will serve between 12 and 30 families. Our case manager will continue to work with families for up to a year after they leave New Hope.

December 5, 2014 — THE FINAL PROTON THERAPY CENTER PATIENTS HAVE BEEN SERVED. THE JILL’S HOUSE MISSION HAS BEEN FULFILLED.IT’S BEEN AN AWESOME 6 1/2 YEAR RUN.THANK YOU TO HUNDREDS & HUNDREDS OF JILL’S HOUSE GUESTS, TO OUR FAITHFUL VOLUNTEERS AND OUR LOYAL SUPPORTERS; AND ESPECIALLY TO THE BELOVED CO-FOUNDERS OF JILL’S HOUSE, INC. – PEG & BUD HOWARD.THE DOORS MAY BE CLOSING, BUT OUR GRATEFUL HEARTS NEVER WILL.~THE STAFF OF JILL’S HOUSE

UCPAGI exists to improve the quality of life for Hoosiers with cerebral palsy and their families by providing information, advocacy, financial assistance and other support

Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Indiana is an affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Founded nationally in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest and largest youth mentoring organization in the United States. In 2002, the organization served more than 200,000 youth ages five through 18, in 5,000 communities across the country, through a network of 470 agencies.Mission: Our mission is to empower our community youth. We serve the emotional, social, and educational needs of children ages six through seventeen by facilitating professionally supported relationships with adult volunteers. The agency serves children ages 6-17 through a variety of one-to-one and group mentoring.

The Bloomington Housing Authority (BHA) administers several affordable housing programs including Public Housing and Section 8. Hours M-F 8am-4pm except Wed closes at noon.Their website has application forms and detailed information.

Friendship Force International is a non-profit organization that promotes international understanding through home hospitality and cultural exchanges. Those interested in the organization can learn about its history and activities at its website The Bloomington chapter of FFI is in formation and welcomes prospective members interested in national and international travel and in hosting activities in our community. Please contact the person indicated at any time.

Whether you’re here to learn more about us, sign up for services, or something else — we are glad you’re here! We seek to improve the lives of the people we serve by helping alleviate and eliminate generational poverty.