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Thank You to the Grinnell Police Department!

July 22, 2024 The Grinnell Police Department proudly donated funds from their mental health patches to the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium this May. Patches are still available at the Grinnell Police Department! To donate to the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium: https://ahrensfamfdn.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund...

2024-08-06T14:23:45-06:00July 22nd, 2024|Foundation News, JPK|

Tiger Baseball and Softball Club closing ceremonies

June 27, 2024 THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for the Tiger Baseball and Softball Club closing ceremonies and the 30 year anniversary celebration of Ahrens Park! We couldn’t have asked for a better community to celebrate with. A big THANK YOU to the Tiger Baseball and Softball Club for partnering with us, and [...]

Imagine Grinnell Provides Free Bike Rentals at Bikes to You!

June 12, 2024 Let's pedal together with Grinnell Bike Share! Whether you're cruising through campus or exploring the streets, join us in embracing adventure on two wheels! This free rental service is found downtown at Bikes To You! Click the link below to rent your bike. #GrinnellBikeShare #ExploreByBike #ImagineGrinnell Rent a Bike: https://grinnell-bike-share.booqable.shop

Join us for free lunch and fun activities at Storytime Art in the Park this summer!

June 12, 2024 Join us for free lunch and fun activities at Storytime Art in the Park this summer! Every Tuesday, lunch is served by The Iowa Kitchen at 11:45 am. We have 40 meals available, and kids eat first! Middle Way Farm will provide free produce, and MICA will offer free food to [...]

Free Summer Meals at Davis Elementary

June 6, 2024 Don't miss out on free summer meals at Davis Elementary!

Ahrens/Paschall Memorial Park Celebrates 30 Years

June 5, 2024 Picture taken on August 18, 1994 during the dedication of the Ahrens/Paschall Memorial Park. Individuals shown include the late Claude W. Ahrens, Governor Terry Brandstad, the late Mayor Robert "Bob" Anderson, the late President of Grinnell College Pamela Ferguson, Chris Nolte, and members of the National Parks and Recreation Association from [...]

Honoring 25 Years of Service to Ahrens Park

May 28, 2024 Honoring 25 Years of Service: Meet Shane Gosselink, Ahrens Park Facilities Manager We are thrilled to announce Shane Gosselink's 25th anniversary as the Facilities Manager of Ahrens Park! For a quarter of a century, Shane has been dedicated to the park, ensuring that it remains a beautiful, safe, and welcoming place for [...]

Ahrens Foundation Supports Local Food Systems

May 23, 2024 We support local food systems in Grinnell. ->Tiger Packs ->Drake Library Food Cupboard ->GHS food pantry ->Local Foods Connection ->MICA food pantry ->Grinnell Community Meal ->and more! ->see our website to for more info ->https://ahrensfamilyfoundation.org/local-resources/ The food pantry at MICA is available to community members twice a month. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday [...]

Psi Chi Chapter Donates $500 to Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium – JPK Fund

May 23, 2024 Thank you for your gift! We are so thankful. Psi Chi's mission is to recognize and promote excellence in the science and application of psychology. As an international honor society, Psi Chi aims to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship among its members across various fields, particularly psychology, while advancing [...]

2024-08-06T14:34:19-06:00May 23rd, 2024|Foundation News, JPK|

Ahrens Gifts to the Grinnell Historical Museum Campaign and Meets First Goal

May 14, 2024 The Grinnell Historical Museum is delighted to announce three significant contributions totaling $120,000 from valued partners committed to preserving and promoting the rich history of Grinnell. Since 1965, the Grinnell Historical Museum has been a pillar of cultural preservation and education, showcasing the rich heritage and colorful stories that have shaped the [...]

2024-05-16T08:20:57-06:00May 14th, 2024|Foundation News|
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