Free Packets of Garden Seeds in Little Libraries Around Grinnell
August 19, 2025 More seeds have been delivered to the Little Libraries! Check them out at these Giving Garden locations: Merrill Park Bailey Park Marvin Garden
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Grinnell Food Coalition Launches New “Seed Grant” to Support Local Food Access Efforts
August 15, 2025 The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC) is excited to announce the launch of its new Seed Grant program—a pilot funding opportunity designed to strengthen food access in Grinnell and throughout Poweshiek County. The Seed Grant offers flexible funding to support food programs addressing urgent challenges or filling short-term gaps in service. Applications are [...]
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Looking Ahead: Fall Volunteers Needed!
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 [...]
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Local Hunger by the Numbers
August 1, 2025 Did you know? 1 in 3 students in our school district qualify for free or reduced lunch. For many, school meals are their most reliable source of food. That’s why Tiger Packs sends home over 250 weekend food bags every week—ensuring kids don’t go hungry when school isn’t in session. Together, we’re [...]
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Free Trees Available This Fall from Imagine Grinnell
August 1, 2025 This fall, Imagine Grinnell is offering free trees to residents in the 50112-zip code who have not previously received a tree through the program. The effort is part of Imagine Grinnell’s ongoing work to strengthen the local tree canopy, support environmental sustainability, and build a greener, healthier community. Beginning August 4, residents [...]
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University of Miami Tennis Star Alexa Noel Donates to Enhance Dolly’s Dog Park at Ahrens Park and the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation
July 23, 2025 The Ahrens Park Foundation and the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation are pleased to announce a generous donation from University of Miami tennis standout Alexa Noel. This contribution will support the purchase of new shade, play, and agility structures at Dolly’s Dog Park located at Ahrens Park, as well as general [...]
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Point In Time Homelessness Count
July 21, 2025 Are you couch surfing or unhoused? Visit the new Grinnell Empowerment Center on Wednesday, July 30 for the Point In Time Homelessness Count. ->Learn about resources ->Get a meal ->12-2pm ->306 6th Ave. Grinnell
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Serving the Community Meal with Purpose
July 18, 2025 Our team from the Claude W. & Dolly Ahrens Foundation and Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation had the honor of serving at the Grinnell Community Meal. We’re always looking for ways to leave it better—and this is one of our favorites. The Grinnell Community Meal is served weekly at the Grinnell United [...]
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Vosburg Music Fund makes music education accessible
July 15, 2025 Learning music teaches kids discipline, patience, and perseverance—skills that last a lifetime. Whether they become lifelong musicians or simply carry a love of music with them, the benefits are long-lasting. Support from the Vosburg Music Fund makes music education accessible, inspiring kids to grow and learn through music. #LifelongLearning #MusicJourney #VosburgMusicFund
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Free Summer Movies at the Grinnell Strand 3
July 10, 2025 The Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation is proud to be a sponsor of the Fridley Free Matinee Series! It's the perfect way to beat the heat and enjoy some family fun. Check out the full schedule and grab your free tickets here: [https://www.fridleytheatres.com/.../summer-movie-series](https://www.fridleytheatres.com/.../summer-movie-series) Don't miss out on this summer tradition! [...]