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Prairie Burn 100 gravel bike ride and 5K/3K Fun Run June 14th

May 12, 2025 We are approaching a month out from the Prairie Burn 100 gravel bike ride and 5K/3K Fun Run and Prairie Burn HQ is ready for you! June 14 is the date this year and we can’t wait to see you! Whether you are riding gravel or running we are still accepting registrations, [...]

2025-05-13T10:20:53-06:00May 12th, 2025|Foundation News, Imagine Grinnell|

Grow Solar Educational Event!

May 8, 2025 Thinking about going solar? The Grow Solar Jasper + Poweshiek program is a great way to learn more! If you are a property owner in Jasper or Poweshiek County, you can attend a free Solar Power Hour either in person or by Zoom to learn more about the program and it can [...]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May 4, 2025 May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to elevate conversations, increase understanding, and reduce stigma. Mental health impacts us all, and no one should have to face it alone. Let’s work together to create a supportive community where everyone feels seen and supported. Seeking help for your mental health is [...]

2025-05-07T12:21:47-06:00May 4th, 2025|Foundation News, JPK|

Empowerment Center to open, supporting individuals facing housing insecurity

April 28, 2025 A new initiative is quietly taking shape with the aim of transforming the way the Grinnell community responds to housing insecurity and homelessness. The Empowerment Center, currently under renovation, promises to be a one-stop resource hub for individuals facing challenges related to housing, employment and social services. The center represents a collaborative [...]

Happy Earth Day! Help Us Grow a Greener Grinnell!

April 22, 2025 Help us grow a greener Grinnell! Trees offer so many benefits to homeowners: slower traffic on the streets, improves air quality. encourages walkability, blocks wind and noise and so many others. Reach out to Imagine Grinnell today if you experienced road reconstruction the previous 2 years. Certain areas are eligible for a [...]

2025-04-24T15:08:34-06:00April 22nd, 2025|Foundation News, Imagine Grinnell|

Women + Friends Event

April 18, 2025 What a great day we had at @solerawinebarofgrinnell for the Women + Friends event. Through this event and the collections around town we collected over 3,500 products for our period product drive! Thank you to everyone who attended the event and donated!

2025-06-18T17:25:38-06:00April 18th, 2025|Foundation News, She Counts|

Grinnell United Way partners with Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund

April 18, 2025 Thank you to Grinnell United Way for their partner grant for 2025! The Poweshiek Housing Assistance fund will be able to help many families and individuals with housing needs. Thank you! To learn more about United Way, visit their website: https://www.grinnellunitedway.org/ To learn more about the P.H.A.F., visit our website: https://ahrensfamilyfoundation.org/poweshiek-housing.../ [...]

Help Our Movers and Shakers through Mileage Club!

April 9, 2025 Mileage Club is back this spring, helping K-4th graders stay active and healthy! Each child tracks their miles at noon recess and earns fun rewards at every 5-mile milestone. Want to help? Your donation provides prizes like books, water bottles, and even a Dari Barn ice cream cone! Parents of K-4th graders, [...]

2025-04-24T14:36:35-06:00April 9th, 2025|Foundation News, P.O.W.E.R. KIDS|

Annual Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt at Ahrens Park

April 7, 2025 Sign up today for the annual Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt this Friday, April 11th at dark! WHO:  Toddlers through Age 12 WHERE: North Ahrens Ball Diamonds REGISTER: grinnellrec.activityreg.com or call (641)236-2620 COST: $3.00

SHE Counts Trivia Takeover Night – Join the Fun!

April 5, 2025 Date: April 9, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM Location: @grinnellcraftbrewhouse Get ready for a night of fun, friendly competition, and community spirit at the SHE Counts Trivia Takeover Night! Bring your friends, form a team, and test your knowledge while enjoying great drinks at Grinnell Craft Brewhouse. A portion of the night's [...]

2025-04-24T15:00:40-06:00April 5th, 2025|Foundation News, She Counts|
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