December 11, 2025 We had a blast at Fairview and Bailey Park Elementary Schools on December 8th and 9th leading 2nd grade activities for our POWER Kids program! Kids pedaled our Blender Bike to make smoothies, and learned that wellness can be fun, exciting, and achievable! Together, we’re shaping a healthier future—one student at [...]
October 27, 2025 The Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation (GPCF) and the Claude W. & Dolly Ahrens Foundation (CDAF) are excited to announce the kickoff of the annual We GIVE 2025 Campaign, a philanthropic initiative designed to address the immediate needs of our neighbors, first responders, veterans, children, and schools in Poweshiek County. This annual [...]
October 3, 2025 Thanks to donor support, 3rd–5th graders experienced the POWER Kids Mini Farmers Market! Students “shopped” for fresh produce, baked goods, honey, and more—learning the joy of choosing healthy foods while connecting with local vendors. Your gift powers POWER Kids—thank you for making wellness possible! Together, we’re helping kids build lifelong healthy habits. [...]
September 15, 2025 A HUGE thank you to our amazing volunteers and generous vendors who made the POWER Kids Mini Farmers Market a success last week! Because of you, 3rd–5th graders at Grinnell Middle School experienced the joy of shopping for fresh, healthy, and local items—while learning valuable lessons about wellness and nutrition. We couldn’t [...]
August 6, 2025 Planning ahead? So are we! POWER Kids is already gearing up for fall activities and we’d love to have YOU involved. From helping with Mileage Club to reading to our students, volunteers make it all possible. Flexible schedules Fun atmosphere Impactful experience Interested? Email us at jennifer@ahrensfamilyfoundation.org to sign up! #VolunteerWithUs #POWERKids [...]
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, [...]
March 26, 2025 POWER Kids' Mileage Club is kicking off this spring on April 9 and we need YOUR help! Volunteer at Bailey Park, Fairview or Davis and cheer on K-4th graders as they walk, run, and earn exciting rewards. Just a little of your time can make a BIG impact! When? Noon recess, [...]
February 21, 2025 POWER Kids has so much fun with K-4th grades! • Blender bikes • Reading stories • Learning about healthy habits • “Shopping” at a Farmers Market • Running around at recess for prizes • So much more! Be a part of the action! Sign up for volunteering or donate here: https://ahrensfamilyfoundation.org/p-o-w-e-r-kids/
January 22, 2025 For the month of February- it's "Fun with Fitness" for POWER Kids at Bailey Park Elementary School and Fairview Elementary. A big thank you to the staff at PWA Fitness Center. Volunteers are needed to help with the fun activities: Food taste testing and education Read a story Assist with fitness [...]
November 12, 2024 Fun times are happening this week at Bailey Park Elementary School and Fairview Elementary next week. 2nd Graders will be making smoothies with the Blender bike from ISU Poweshiek County Extension, hearing a story and creating a MyPlate activity. All while they learn about healthy life habits. This fun and educational [...]
