Faith in Action - Bloomington/Normal

Faith in Action - Bloomington/Normal Faith in Action is an interfaith non-profit ministry. Volunteers provide transportation rides at no charge to area seniors.

Volunteers also provide Friendly Visits & Calls and Shopping. These services allow seniors to remain in their own home. Senior must be 60 or older and live independently. There are no income guidelines to meet. Service areas are Bloomington, Normal, Downs, Heyworth, Hudson, Towanda, Chenoa, Ellsworth, Leroy and Lexington. A Faith in Action volunteer will conduct an in-home assessment prior to rece

iving services. Faith in Action volunteers cannot transport wheelchairs, administer medications, perform personal care services, or provide services daily.

The next 20 Over 60 honoree we are spotlighting is Diana Lewis!Diana embodies the spirit of service, leadership, and com...
06/23/2026

The next 20 Over 60 honoree we are spotlighting is Diana Lewis!

Diana embodies the spirit of service, leadership, and compassion. Known for her radiant smile and uplifting presence, she is a trusted mentor, advocate, and friend to countless individuals. She is deeply involved in her church—visiting the sick, creating and sending inspirational cards, and serving as Social Coordinator and Encourager for seniors. In the community, she teaches English as a Second Language through STAR Literacy, helps families organize their homes during moves or after the loss of a loved one, and volunteers with the United Way Dolly Parton Imagination Library. She also serves as Commissioner and Chairperson of the Bloomington Housing Authority Board and volunteers with the Western Avenue Community Center, the Senior Activity and Recreation Center, and Faith in Action as a driver.
She says her greatest accomplishments include raising her daughters to become compassionate women who have served on mission trips to Mexico and South Africa and earned their college degrees. She is also proud of two former students who completed college, one now a nurse and the other a social worker.
Returning to South Africa, honoring the prayers of her ancestors, was a profound milestone.
Diana said, “My faith drives me to uplift everyone I meet. Inspired by my mother, Dovie Clark, a Civil Rights activist, I hope my legacy reflects kindness, blessing, and the truth that God is good.”

We are excited to begin spotlighting our board! First up is Mike O'Donnell, a past president who currently serves as Tre...
06/22/2026

We are excited to begin spotlighting our board! First up is Mike O'Donnell, a past president who currently serves as Treasurer.

Mike O’Donnell joined Faith in Action as a volunteer driver in 2015 after retiring as Executive Director of the East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging. Mike has been a member of the Board of Directors since 2022. He currently serves as Treasurer and chair of the Joint Committees for Planned Growth & Office Development and Finance.
Mike enjoys singing with the traditional choir at St. Mary’s Church, daily walks and bike rides in Miller Park, and traveling with his wife Maria to visit their four daughters and seven grandchildren.

It might be the first day of summer, but we are thinking about our fall mums! We are excited to partner again with Wende...
06/21/2026

It might be the first day of summer, but we are thinking about our fall mums! We are excited to partner again with Wendell Niepagen Greenhouses and Garden Center for this fundraiser. Pre-order your mums here: https://bnfia.org/event/2026-mum-sale/

We hope you can join us for our dine-to-donate at Rob Dob's Restaurant & Bar! They will donate a portion of all sales, i...
06/20/2026

We hope you can join us for our dine-to-donate at Rob Dob's Restaurant & Bar! They will donate a portion of all sales, including dining, gift cards, carry-out, and alcohol. We are so grateful for their support!

Our next 20 Over 60 honoree is David Kidd! David has poured his time, creativity, and craftsmanship into strengthening t...
06/19/2026

Our next 20 Over 60 honoree is David Kidd!

David has poured his time, creativity, and craftsmanship into strengthening the Bloomington-Normal community. His weekly service at the Eastview Food Pantry allows him to walk alongside individuals one-on-one, offering dignity, encouragement, and a listening ear. As Board President of the West Bloomington Revitalization Project, he leads a staff-driven organization without an executive director, supporting programs such as the Tool Library, Bed Blitz, Bike Co Op, Book Bike Literacy Program, Veggie Oasis, and community gardens. He also serves as a woodworking instructor and repair technician, teaching neighbors’ practical skills that build confidence and connection.
His woodworking accomplishments are among his proudest achievements. Since retiring in 2020 after 35 years with Hewlett Packard, he has completed several large-scale projects requiring hundreds of hours of craftsmanship—from custom signage for Home Sweet Home Ministries’ Junction project, to intricate woodworking for The Bridge Shelter Community. His most challenging creation, a multicolor epoxy inlay table for Bloomington Fire Station 4, reflects his passion for meaningful work that strengthens community bonds.
Driven by faith and inspired by parents who modeled service despite limited means, he believes God has uniquely equipped him to give back. His hope is to inspire others to say “yes” when called, discovering purpose through service and leaving a legacy of hands-on compassion.

It's that time of year! We are kicking off our 8th Annual Mum sale! The mums are available for pre-order only and will b...
06/18/2026

It's that time of year! We are kicking off our 8th Annual Mum sale! The mums are available for pre-order only and will be picked up in September.
Order your mums at: https://bnfia.org/event/2026-mum-sale/
We are grateful to partner with Wendell Niepagen Greenhouses and Garden Center for this fundraiser again.

Our office will be closed at 2:30pm today (6/17/26) due to the weather.  Voice Messages will be monitored.  Thank you an...
06/17/2026

Our office will be closed at 2:30pm today (6/17/26) due to the weather. Voice Messages will be monitored. Thank you and stay safe.

We are so grateful for our volunteers who have been with us for five years!  Thank you for making a difference in our co...
06/17/2026

We are so grateful for our volunteers who have been with us for five years! Thank you for making a difference in our community!

Lisa Anderson
Steve Bury
Katie Callahan
Brenda Delahunt
Terry Dye
Elizabeth Easley
Lisa Etheridge
June Fitzgerald
Bill Frautschi
Cathy Haas
Kathy Heitman
Diane Hudson
Phil Hudson
Pat Meeker
Jennifer Meiss
Mindy Morgan
Diane Murphy
Renee Odom
Anita Ogden
Rosemary Parker
Connie Parker
Bill Parli
Jennifer Pinter
Carol Rose
Barb Stevig
Laura Symanski
Clarence Thomas

Our next 20 Over 60 Honoree is Virginia Jordan-Benson!Virginia leads with integrity, compassion, and unwavering dedicati...
06/16/2026

Our next 20 Over 60 Honoree is Virginia Jordan-Benson!

Virginia leads with integrity, compassion, and unwavering dedication, setting a standard of excellence in everything she does. She demonstrates unwavering commitment to service across multiple organizations, reflecting her belief in investing in her community. Her volunteer leadership includes serving as a Friendly Caller and Visitor, Board Member, and Community Support Committee Member with FIA, as well as a Corporate Board Member for the East Central Area Agency on Aging. At First Baptist Church, she plays a vital role in connecting people through ministry—greeting and coordinating weekly volunteers, teaching youth in LOGOS, facilitating adult Bible study, leading worship, and supporting Safe Harbor Mission as a food pickup driver. She also volunteers with Sugar Creek School and RSVP at the YWCA, offering her time wherever it is most needed.
Among her greatest accomplishments is the successful completion of a 30- year career. Her drive to make a difference was shaped early by her father’s example of service, instilling in her the belief that everyone has both responsibility and the opportunity to improve the world around them. Guided by the motto “leave things better than you found them,” she hopes her legacy will be one of integrity, authenticity, and meaningful impact—someone who offered insight, inspired reflection, and touched lives through genuine care.

Save the date! Our fundraiser at Rob Dob's is on July 15th - one month from today! We hope to see you there!
06/16/2026

Save the date! Our fundraiser at Rob Dob's is on July 15th - one month from today! We hope to see you there!

Address

600 E. Willow Street Ste 201
Normal, IL
61761

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+13098277780

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