Leaving It Better:
That’s the legacy that motivates us. That’s the mission that guides us.
The Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation was established as a family foundation in 1993 by the late Claude W. Ahrens. Mr. Ahrens enjoyed a long, successful business career in the playground and agricultural manufacturing fields and desired to return some of the fruits of his labor, particularly to his native Grinnell, Iowa area, with specific support to his special interest in parks and recreation. Claude W. Ahrens has truly set a philanthropic example to all.
The Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation continues its active commitment to improving the quality of life for our Grinnell community. We are dedicated to providing innovative charitable programs and support to local community projects and needs.
We are a unique and innovative family foundation striving to help meet the needs of the Greater Grinnell community through ongoing support services and resources by maintaining and perpetuating an endowment. Our purpose is to provide improved and enhanced quality of life for present and future generations with interest in the areas of parks & recreation, education, and health with our collaborative partners.
Latest News
Partner Programs team up wit Renewed Hope Home Furnishings
December 6, 2021 Claude W. & Dolly Ahrens Foundation partner programs teamed up to provide items for Renewed Hope Home Furnishings. A new ministry supporting individuals in new housing.
Thank you to our Tiger Packs Volunteers!
December 3, 2021 Sending out a BIG Thanks to our volunteers! We couldn't package or distribute Tiger Packs without you!
2021 Giving Campaign for Local Foundations the Most Successful to Date
November 15, 2021 The eleventh annual giving campaign for Poweshiek County, We Give, had its most successful year for giving to date, raising $270,250 for 51 funds and nonprofits supported by the Greater Poweshiek [...]
Meals from the Heartland meal packaging
October 25, 2021 The Grinnell Food Coalition partnered with local businesses and organizations to bring a Meals from the Heartland packaging opportunity to Grinnell. The event was held on Friday, October 22 at the Bayer [...]
We GIVE Fundraising Campaign Kicks Off October 1
Click the Catalog of Giving image below to learn more about We GIVE and our Partner Program Funds. Or click the Donate Now button to make a donation.
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Partner Program Funds
The Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation also serves as an umbrella organization and financial manager for many local community and county programs. Please click the image below to learn more about the local partner programs we serve and how you can support their program funds.
