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Imagine Grinnell is turning imagination into action by creating a more vibrant, sustainable and healthy community in Grinnell, Iowa. Since 1985, the program has innovated and spearheaded a multitude of significant initiatives including the development and growth of the local Farmer’s Market, construction of a state-of-the-art skate park, overseeing incubator projects such as curbside compost pickup, hosting and directing a regional annual gravel bike ride event, maintenance of community gardens and many more impactful programs. Working to create healthier people and a healthier environment in the Grinnell community, Imagine Grinnell embraces community collaboration.
Imagine Grinnell and its partners are taking focus on a handful of projects and initiatives aimed at keeping the community vibrant, enhancing sustainability and creating an overall healthy environment for all.
This program relies on volunteers to support and sustain their efforts, please click the button below to sign up today.
Prairie Burn 100 Gravel Bike Ride and 5K Fun Run
See the Prairie Burn website for more information!
Grinnell Bike Share
Grinnell Bike Share is a program of Imagine Grinnell, encouraging participation in a healthy outdoor activity while building community and increasing bike awareness in Grinnell. Bikes are available to rent for free at the Bikes to You location in Grinnell.
🦃 Start Your Thanksgiving with Imagine Grinnell! 🚴♀️🏃♂️
Before the turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie, join us for a little fresh air and fun!
Imagine Grinnell invites you to our annual Turkey Trot and Gravel Grinder on Thanksgiving morning!
📅 Thursday, November 26
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 Merrill Park
Whether you prefer to run, walk, or ride, everyone is welcome to participate! Bring your family, invite your friends, and start the holiday with movement and community spirit.
🥫 Participants are encouraged to bring canned goods to benefit MICA and help support local families.
Let's kick off Thanksgiving together!
#ImagineGrinnell #TurkeyTrot #GravelGrinder
What makes a community vibrant? People who are willing to invest in it.
For more than 40 years, Imagine Grinnell has worked alongside volunteers, community organizations, and local partners to turn ideas into action.
We've planted trees.
We've built trails.
We've grown gardens.
We've put bikes into the hands of community members.
We've created opportunities to get outside and get moving.
And we're not finished.
Your gift during We Give helps Imagine Grinnell continue responding to community needs and supporting projects that improve the places we all share.
🌿 Give local. Give for Grinnell. Give to Imagine Grinnell.
www.imaginegrinnell.org/support
🌱 Imagine Grinnell Board Members in Action!
Marvin Garden takes a lot of hands to keep growing! Our board members aren't afraid to get their hands dirty. They help plant, maintain, and harvest throughout the growing season.
From preparing the garden to harvesting fresh produce, our board members work alongside volunteers to help make fresh food available to the community.
We're grateful for everyone who helps Marvin Garden grow! 🌻🥕🍅
That's Imagine Grinnell in action!
This We Give, invest in the places and programs that make Grinnell special. 💚
When you give to Imagine Grinnell, your support stays right here in our community.
Your generosity helps us:
🌳 Plant and care for trees through Tree Corps
🌱 Grow fresh produce at Marvin Garden
🚲 Provide free bikes through Grinnell Bike Share
🥾 Build and maintain trails
⚡ Help residents improve energy efficiency
🚴 Bring our community together through Prairie Burn 100
These aren't just programs. They're opportunities for people to get outside, connect with their neighbors, and help make Grinnell a healthier, greener place to live.
Give to Imagine Grinnell during We Give and help make the next community idea possible.
www.imaginegrinnell.org/support
🚴 Imagine Grinnell Board Members in Action!
The Prairie Burn is more than a gravel cycling event. It's an important fundraiser that helps support Imagine Grinnell's programs throughout the year.
Our board members help make the Prairie Burn happen, from planning and fundraising to supporting the weekly gravel rides that bring cyclists together throughout the season.
Whether they're riding, organizing, fundraising, or lending a hand, our board members help keep the wheels turning! 🚲
That's Imagine Grinnell in action!