GRINNELL FOOD COALITION
The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC) is an advisory committee within the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation that provides strategic direction and sets goals to support community-wide food needs. GFC is made up of dedicated organizations and individuals who bring valuable expertise, passion, and skills to enhance the local food system.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Grinnell Food Coalition is supported by our amazing community partners.
SEED GRANT
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC) Seed Grant is a pilot program offering a flexible funding opportunity designed to strengthen food access in Grinnell and across Poweshiek County.
This grant is intended for food programs needing support to address urgent challenges, or fill short-term gaps in service. Grants of $1,000 or less are awarded on a rolling basis throughout the year.
HARVEST GRANT
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC) Harvest Grant is a pilot program designed to support existing programs, projects, and new initiatives that address food insecurity and enhance local food systems in Grinnell and Poweshiek County. This grant provides financial support to strengthen communities by funding both immediate needs and long-term solutions that promote sustainable food systems.
Press:
Proud to be 2023 Grinnell farmer’s market headline sponsor!
June 16, 2023 Claude W. & Dolly Ahrens Foundation [...]
Ahrens Foundation Celebrates 30 Years! GalleryAhrens Foundation Celebrates 30 Years!
Ahrens Park Foundation, Foundation News, Giving Gardens, Grinnell Food Coalition, Imagine Grinnell, JPK, P.O.W.E.R. KIDS, Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund, She Counts, Strong Foundation, Take Away Hunger, Tiger Packs, Vosburg Music Fund
Ahrens Foundation Celebrates 30 Years!
March 22, 2023 Come celebrate the Claude W. and Dolly [...]
Local Food Resources
March 1, 2023 The Iowa Kitchen serves a free meal [...]
MICA Food Pantry Info
February 8, 2023 The Grinnell Food Coalition supports MICA with [...]