April 27, 2026 The Prairie Burn 100 Gravel Bike Ride and Fun Run returns on Saturday, June 6, bringing exciting updates, new route options, and a full day of community activities to Grinnell. This year’s event introduces all-new gravel routes and a shift from miles to kilometers, offering participants fresh [...]
April 8, 2026 Imagine Grinnell will host its next Free Tree Distribution on Friday, May 15, offering a variety of fruit trees and shade trees to residents across Poweshiek County. The initiative is part of Imagine Grinnell’s ongoing work to support a healthier environment and expand tree canopy across the community. Fruit trees will be [...]
February 4, 2026 In 2025, Imagine Grinnell’s Energy Efficiency Program loaned out 17 home energy kits through the Drake Community Library. These kits help local households save money, reduce energy use, and stay comfortable through Iowa’s weather seasons. Stop by the Library and check one out today! A huge thanks to everyone doing their part [...]
January 27, 2026 From event planning, fundraising, and trail work to bike share support and community outreach — our board showed up in a big way this year. We are deeply grateful for their leadership, dedication, and passion for Grinnell’s future.
January 19, 2026 We loaned out 60 bikes to community members, visitors, and families exploring Grinnell. Thank you to everyone who hopped on a bike, enjoyed our trails, and supported Imagine Grinnell’s mission of active, sustainable transportation. Here’s to even more rides in the year ahead!
January 14, 2026 The Prairie Burn 100 brought together 308 participants for an unforgettable day of gravel biking, running, music, food, and community fun. Thank you to our volunteers, supporters, partners, and every athlete who showed up and made the day so special. Sign up is NOW open for this year! June 6, 2026. ->Register [...]
January 5, 2026 Our weekly Imagine Grinnell gravel ride crew put in 1,175 miles this year exploring the beautiful gravel roads in and around Grinnell. Huge thank you to all who showed up, pedaled, encouraged one another, and made Tuesday rides the highlight of our week. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.imaginegrinnell.org/
January 2, 2026 With the help of amazing volunteers and Imagine Grinnell, we planted, maintained, and harvested 38 different varieties of produce, flowers, and herbs. Thank you to everyone who dug in, watered, weeded, and helped Marvin Garden thrive!
December 30, 2025 Imagine Grinnell partnered with UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center to donate bike helmets to area students! To learn more about our programs: https://www.imaginegrinnell.org/
December 16, 2026 Our Imagine Grinnell Trail Team volunteers built 2 miles of soft trail this year, expanding opportunities for walking, running, and biking in Grinnell. Huge gratitude to our hardworking volunteers who show up month after month to build something lasting for the whole community. Learn more at our website: https://www.imaginegrinnell.org/
