American Cancer Society
P.O. Box 484, Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 362-2800Tel: 800-ACS-2345(hotline)
The local chapter raises money for research, literature on cancer, and provides health services and supplies such as wigs and wheelchairs. Volunteers are needed to provide transportation, and to assist with the Relay for Life, the annual fund-raising event held in the summer.
American Red Cross M
113 S. Water Street, Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 362-3103Fax: 362-3104
Email:dmcrc@sbcglobal.net
A humanitarian organization led by volunteers that provides relief to victims of disasters. Helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate)
209 E. Pike Street, Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 362-0694 Fax: 362-5719
Hours: Monday – Friday 9 am – 5 pm (closed 12-1)
Community volunteers are appointed by the courts to represent the best interests of children in abuse, neglect, and other custody issues. Individuals wishing to serve as CASA volunteers should contact the Youth Service Bureau M regarding training dates.
Montgomery County Extension Homemakers
Purdue Extension, Montgomery County Office
400 Parke Avenue
Crawfordsville IN 47933
website: http://www.extension.purdue.edu/Montgomery/mceh/index.htm
(765) 364-6363 Fax: (765) 362-7315
Works to strengthen families through continuing education, leadership development, and volunteer community service. There are various local clubs, and membership is open to all adult county residents. A program of Purdue University Cooperative Extension.
Christian Nursing Service
802 Mill Street, PO Box 52, Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 362-3244Fax: 362-5308
Hours: Wednesdays & Thursdays 9 am – 11 am
Community members may volunteer their time at one of the clinics, delivering meals, or for other services. Please call the clinic during hours, or leave a message.
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County
PO Box 208, Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 765-364-6704
Hours: Saturdays 9 am -- 4 pm
(call Friday to know if crews are working)
Non-profit ecumenical Christian housing ministry that partners with families to build or renovate housing for purchase by the partner families. Volunteers help these families build their homes. Families are selected based on their need for shelter and their willingness to work. Call to learn more.
Youth Service Bureau REINdear (Reaching Everyone In Need) Project
209 E. Pike, Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 362-0694 ext. 21
R.E.I.N. Dears is a comprehensive county-wide database that connects donors with families in need of assistance during the holiday season. Volunteers are needed to help with data entry, volunteer coordination, and to sort presents.
Salvation Army m
Brenda Deckard, representative for Salv. Army
Appointments can be made through HUB Ministry at 362-8840
Appts made for Thurs between 9a.m. and 10 a.m.
A local service, which is interested in the moral, physical, and well-being of fellow citizens. The Army’s main fund-raiser is through the Christmas season by bell ringing and funds provided through MUFFY. Provides help with utilities prescriptions, clothing, transportation, rent and food
Youth Service Bureau – JUMP (Juvenile Mentoring Program)
209 E. Pike Street
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 362-0694Fax: 362-5719
Email: admin@mcysb.org
Hours: Monday – Friday 9 am – 5 pm (closed 12-1:00)
JUMP is similar to Big Brothers/Big Sisters in that it works to match adult mentors with young people between the ages of 6 and 17 who are in need of an additional positive adult role model. Volunteers are needed to be mentors.
Youth Service Bureau – Mentoring Moms Program
209 E. Pike Street
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 362-0694Fax: 362-5719
Email: admin@mcysb.org
Hours: Monday – Friday 9 am – 5 pm (closed 12-1:00)
Volunteers are needed as mentors for young first-time mothers living at or near the poverty level. Mentors share experience, cooping skills and providing friendship and emotional support. Mentors help support work already being done in case management sessions.
Family Crisis Shelter
P.O. Box 254; Crawfordsville, IN 47933
Tel: 362-2030 Fax: 362-3315
Crisis Line & Youth Mentors