Page last updated on July 10, 2023 at 2:59 pm
The Community and Family Resources Department is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Bloomington through programs and services designed to engage residents in service and encourage active participation in government; connecting community members to resources; encouraging collaborations among area non-profits, businesses, organizations and agencies; and celebrating Bloomington's unique and diverse history, character and people.
From promoting volunteerism to enhancing community wellness to helping eliminate barriers to full participation in community resources, the Community and Family Resources staff works everyday to make Bloomington a better place for everyone to live, work and play.
Programs and Initiatives
- Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility
- Bloomington A Safe and Civil City
- City of Bloomington Volunteer Network
- Health Initiatives - Smoke Free Bloomington
- Heritage, Cultural & Diversity Celebrations
- Latino Outreach
Commissions, Councils, and Coalitions
- Bloomington Human Rights Commission
- Commission on Aging
- Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs
- Commission on the Status of Black Males
- Commission on the Status of Children and Youth
- Commission on the Status of Women
- Council for Community Accessibility
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission
- Monroe County Domestic Violence Coalition
Grants
Rental Assistance and Eviction Resources
Looking for resources and support for housing? View links to support and resources here.
Connect to Resources on HelpingBloomingtonMonroe.org
Search for free or reduced-cost services like medical care, food, job training, and more.
Bloomington - Monroe County Resource Guide for Substance Use Disorder
Last Updated in 2018
Homelessness Resources
Click here to view and download CFRD's Downtown Resources Map & Guide, updated in 2023
Minority and Women Owned Business Directory
Update Coming Soon!
Quick Reference Guide 2022
The Board of Park Commissioners is a policy-making authority for the City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department.
Directorio de Recursos Comunitarios y Familiares
Childcare Guide
The Child Care and Referral Guide for Bloomington and Monroe County is published by the City of Bloomington Community and Family Resources Department with support from the Community Foundation and in collaboration with Monroe Smart Start. The inclusion of a child care facility in this guide does not imply City endorsement or support.