Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund

Thank you to 100 People Who Care Grinnell!

February 9th, 2024 At last nights meeting, 100+ People Who Care Grinnell was able to present a Big Check to Jennifer Cogley with the Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund, the organization supported at its October meeting. The funds have been used for rent, utility and other housing assistance for those in need in the Grinnell area.

Suds of Love every last Wednesday of each month

January 24, 2023 Suds of Love is hosted by Maytag Laundry & Tanning the last Wednesday of the month from 4-7pm for complimentary use of washing machines and dryers. Quarters for machines and laundry soap and dryer sheets provided by Grinnell United Church of Christ. Volunteers are available to assist you and answer any [...]

2024-01-27T11:56:50-06:00January 24th, 2024|Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund|

Point-In-Time Homelessness Count for Poweshiek County

January 10, 2024 Do you know someone sleeping in a tent, in a vehicle, storage area, park or the street or are they doubled up with another family or friend? Please share this event to learn about resources available. ->Jan. 24 from 11am-2pm ->Grinnell City Hall lobby ->520 4th Ave.

We Give October

October 9, 2023 This October is We Give for the Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund. Working to help individuals in need of assistance with rent, utilities, down payments and more. Please consider giving this month. -->https://ahrensfamilyfoundation.org/poweshiek-housing.../

Ahrens Foundation Celebrates 30 Years!

March 22, 2023 Come celebrate the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation’s (CDAF) 30th anniversary and watch the NCAA Basketball Tournament on Friday, March 24th! Join us at the Grinnell Athletic Recreation Center at Ahrens Park for games, drinks, fun, and fundraising for CDAF. Doors open for the March Blowout Bash Fundraiser at 6:30 PM [...]

We want to hear from YOU!

January 27, 2023 We care about our community and believe everyone should have access to the services they need to succeed. To address the issue of poverty and homelessness in our community, Central Iowa Shelter & Services, The City of Grinnell, and Poweshiek County are partnering together to conduct The Poweshiek County Community Impact Feasibility [...]

2023-03-30T13:52:52-06:00January 27th, 2023|Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund|

Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund Data

January 22, 2023 Our mission is to support housing in Poweshiek county. housing insecurity is defined as the state of not having stable or adequate living arrangements, especially due to risk of eviction or because one lives in unsafe or uncomfortable conditions. if you or someone you know is experiencing housing insecurity, reach out [...]

2023-03-30T13:48:11-06:00January 22nd, 2023|Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund|

Struggling to pay rent or want to help others?

July 17, 2022 Low income housing applications are available at the Grinnell Housing Authority 520 4th Ave. The wait is approx. 1-2 months. Please call 236-236-2611 for more information. We support individuals with housing insecurity. To donate and help us help others, please see the link: https://ahrensfamilyfoundation.org/poweshiek-housing.../

Support the Housing Fund Today!

March 23, 2022 The Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund is a partner program of the Claude W. & Dolly Ahrens Foundation . Join us in helping individuals seeking permanent housing in Poweshiek County. Give today at the link here: https://ahrensfamfdn.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create...

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