January 19, 2026 We loaned out 60 bikes to community members, visitors, and families exploring Grinnell. Thank you to everyone who hopped on a bike, enjoyed our trails, and supported Imagine Grinnell’s mission of active, sustainable transportation. Here’s to even more rides in the year ahead!
January 14, 2026 The Prairie Burn 100 brought together 308 participants for an unforgettable day of gravel biking, running, music, food, and community fun. Thank you to our volunteers, supporters, partners, and every athlete who showed up and made the day so special. Sign up is NOW open for this year! June 6, 2026. ->Register [...]
January 10, 2026 From school stress to social challenges, music gives youth a safe, healthy outlet to express themselves. Whether they’re listening to their favorite song or creating their own, music can be calming, motivating, and therapeutic. Thanks to the Vosburg Music Fund, more kids in our community can access music education and enrichment [...]
January 6, 2026 The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC) will open applications for its second Harvest Grant on January 5, continuing its commitment to strengthening food access and local food systems across Grinnell, Poweshiek County, and surrounding communities. The Harvest Grant supports existing programs, projects, and new initiatives that address food insecurity while building long-term, [...]
January 5, 2026 Our weekly Imagine Grinnell gravel ride crew put in 1,175 miles this year exploring the beautiful gravel roads in and around Grinnell. Huge thank you to all who showed up, pedaled, encouraged one another, and made Tuesday rides the highlight of our week. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.imaginegrinnell.org/
January 2, 2026 With the help of amazing volunteers and Imagine Grinnell, we planted, maintained, and harvested 38 different varieties of produce, flowers, and herbs. Thank you to everyone who dug in, watered, weeded, and helped Marvin Garden thrive!
December 30, 2025 Imagine Grinnell partnered with UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center to donate bike helmets to area students! To learn more about our programs: https://www.imaginegrinnell.org/
December 16, 2026 Our Imagine Grinnell Trail Team volunteers built 2 miles of soft trail this year, expanding opportunities for walking, running, and biking in Grinnell. Huge gratitude to our hardworking volunteers who show up month after month to build something lasting for the whole community. Learn more at our website: https://www.imaginegrinnell.org/
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 [...]
December 11, 2025 No plans for Christmas? The Grinnell United Methodist Church will be providing a free Christmas Day Dinner at noon. If you choose to dine in you will enjoy a beautiful setting and be surrounded by the joyful fellowship of others. If you struggle to get out, you are welcome to request a [...]
