March 3, 2025 The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC), a program of the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation, was established in 2020 to support neighbors facing food insecurity during the pandemic. Since then, GFC has evolved into a collaborative effort focused on developing community-driven food solutions in the Grinnell area. The coalition consists of [...]
February 25, 2025 A huge thank you to Grinnell Elks Lodge for their incredible generosity! Their donation of $2,000 to Tiger Packs and $2,000 to the GHS Food Market will make a meaningful impact, ensuring students have access to the food they need. We are beyond grateful for their support!
January 22, 2025 This year, GFC is focusing on: Engaging the Community – Listening to lived experiences to drive real change. Building Capacity – Strengthening organizations to ensure lasting food security. Equitable Resource Allocation – Providing support for food-related efforts. Raising Awareness – Amplifying stories and advocating for change.
November 14, 2024 Join us Nov. 21st - Staff from the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation and Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation will be serving the Community Meal at the Grinnell Methodist Church! It is welcome to anyone to attend. Hope to see you there!
November 1, 2024 Huge thanks to Grinnell Mutual volunteers for your help with deliveries these past two weeks! We appreciate you!
September 12, 2024 Tiger Packs offers easy to prepare and eat food for the weekend to preK-8th grade students. -> Sign up is rolling throughout the school year. -> Reach out to your student’s teacher or administration to start receiving weekend food today.
August 25, 2024
June 15, 2024 The Grinnell Community Meal needs your help! We're looking for volunteers to prepare food, set up, cook, provide desserts, and clean up for meals in July and August. Volunteer solo or as a group and be part of this amazing community of giving and connection. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0949AEAA2DABF49-2023#/
June 12, 2024 Join us for free lunch and fun activities at Storytime Art in the Park this summer! Every Tuesday, lunch is served by The Iowa Kitchen at 11:45 am. We have 40 meals available, and kids eat first! Middle Way Farm will provide free produce, and MICA will offer free food to [...]
June 6, 2024 Don't miss out on free summer meals at Davis Elementary!
