The Baby Fold has been serving kids and families since 1902 with the help of our community.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
100 Caring Adults - Friday, Sept. 13, 8am-8:45am, Cedar Ridge Elementary School, 2808 Breezewood Blvd., Bloomington | Sign Up Here
100 Caring Adults - Monday, Sept. 16, 7:15am - 8am, Fairview Elementary School, 416 Fairview Street, Normal | Sign Up Here
We are looking for 100 adults to line the sidewalks outside Cedar Ridge and Fairview Schools to cheer on and encourage students as they return for the new year!
Fairview Fall Festival – Thursday, Sept 26, Fairview Elementary School, 416 Fairview St. Normal | Sign Up Here
Fairview's Fall Festival is scheduled for 9/26 from 5pm-7pm. We will need several volunteers to make this event a success for our families. If you are able to help, please sign up for a spot!
Bruegala – Saturday, September 28, 5pm-10pm, Downtown Bloomington, Age 21+ | Sign Up Here
The Baby Fold has been selected as a beneficiary for the Bloomington-Normal Jaycees Bruegala fundraiser this year! Volunteers must be age 21 and over, and most shifts will include walking, standing, bending/lifting heavy items, and other laborious tasks. Please also be available for volunteer orientation over Zoom either Wednesday, September 25th at 7:00pm or Friday, September 27th at 10:00am.
Once you select which time slot(s) you want to volunteer for, type ‘The Baby Fold’ under “Requests/Accommodations” so Bruegala knows you came from The Baby Fold!
The Baby Fold's Festival of Trees – Nov 18-24, The Interstate Center, Bloomington | Sign Up Here
Help set up decorations, run the cookie and coffee shop, greet guests, and more! Tons of individual and group opportunities are available. This year's event will be held at the Interstate Center in Bloomington. Please note that all volunteers must be 21+ unless approved by The Baby Fold prior to sign-up.
Christmas Wish List On-Site Help – Dec. 10-16, 1701 W. Market Street, Bloomington | Sign Up Here
This season of giving, YOU can bless Baby Fold kids by Volunteering at Christmas Wish List... because children need to know they're loved. Help sort and distribute Christmas Gifts for families to give to their children. Fantastic group and individual opportunities available!
Click here to complete a general volunteer inquiry form.
We can’t wait to meet you and make an impactful difference together!
CONTACT
Rev. Lori Bultemeier
(309) 451-1075
OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT THE BABY FOLD
- Donate – Provide financial support through our secure online giving page.
- Current Needs – Donate needed goods for our families.
- Consider Fostering or Adoption – Explore opening your home to a child in need and discover the need for forever families.
- Support Festival of Trees – Be part of our beautiful annual event.
