August 26, 2025 Community invited to anniversary celebration on September 7 at Marvin Garden! Imagine Grinnell, a program of the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation, dedicated to creating a healthier and greener community, is marking its 40th anniversary with a community celebration on Sunday, September 7, from 12–3 p.m. at Marvin Garden (600 Marvin [...]
August 15, 2025 The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC) is excited to announce the launch of its new Seed Grant program—a pilot funding opportunity designed to strengthen food access in Grinnell and throughout Poweshiek County. The Seed Grant offers flexible funding to support food programs addressing urgent challenges or filling short-term gaps in service. Applications are [...]
August 1, 2025 This fall, Imagine Grinnell is offering free trees to residents in the 50112-zip code who have not previously received a tree through the program. The effort is part of Imagine Grinnell’s ongoing work to strengthen the local tree canopy, support environmental sustainability, and build a greener, healthier community. Beginning August 4, residents [...]
July 23, 2025 The Ahrens Park Foundation and the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation are pleased to announce a generous donation from University of Miami tennis standout Alexa Noel. This contribution will support the purchase of new shade, play, and agility structures at Dolly’s Dog Park located at Ahrens Park, as well as general [...]
July 18, 2025 Our team from the Claude W. & Dolly Ahrens Foundation and Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation had the honor of serving at the Grinnell Community Meal. We’re always looking for ways to leave it better—and this is one of our favorites. The Grinnell Community Meal is served weekly at the Grinnell United [...]
July 10, 2025 The Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation is proud to be a sponsor of the Fridley Free Matinee Series! It's the perfect way to beat the heat and enjoy some family fun. Check out the full schedule and grab your free tickets here: [https://www.fridleytheatres.com/.../summer-movie-series](https://www.fridleytheatres.com/.../summer-movie-series) Don't miss out on this summer tradition! [...]
July 9, 2025 The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC), a program of the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation, is pleased to announce the recipients of its most recent Harvest Grant cycle: Mid-Iowa Community Action (MICA), Malcom Food Pantry, and Grinnell Farm to Table. Each organization received $3,250 to support their ongoing efforts to improve [...]
July 1, 2025 Mark your calendars and gather your crew — the annual fireworks show at Ahrens Park is happening Friday, July 4th after dusk! Enjoy an evening under the stars Grab dinner from your favorite food trucks Watch the sky light up in celebration of Independence Day! IMPORTANT REMINDER! For everyone’s safety, personal fireworks [...]
June 23, 2025 Imagine Grinnell hosted its sixth annual Prairie Burn 100 event, based in Grinnell’s Central Park, on Saturday, June 14. More than 300 riders and runners participated in the various ride and run options with many more in the park to cheer on the athletes and enjoy food, fellowship and pleasant weather. [...]
June 13, 2025 The 3rd graders at Davis Elementary rolled up their sleeves and planted the Davis Giving Garden before the last day of school! There’s no better way to start the morning than June berry picking! You can find fresh picked berries and other seasonal vegetables at the free farm stands at [...]
