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5 01, 2026

1,175 miles — and every one of them better together!

2026-01-08T13:54:23-06:00January 5th, 2026|Imagine Grinnell|

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/

2 01, 2026

Marvin Garden had an incredible growing season!

2026-01-08T13:48:22-06:00January 2nd, 2026|Giving Gardens, Imagine Grinnell|

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!

30 12, 2025

464 Bike Helmets Donated to Area Youth

2026-01-15T14:57:27-06:00December 30th, 2025|Imagine Grinnell|

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/

16 12, 2025

2 New Miles of Trails Added

2026-01-08T13:52:47-06:00December 16th, 2025|Imagine Grinnell|

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/

11 12, 2025

POWER Kids Pedaled Their Way to Make Smoothies!

2026-04-01T15:07:16-06:00December 11th, 2025|Foundation News|

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 [...]

11 12, 2025

The Grinnell Community Meal Brings People Together

2025-12-11T14:29:51-06:00December 11th, 2025|Foundation News, Giving Gardens, Grinnell Food Coalition, Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund, Tiger Packs|

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 [...]

10 12, 2025

210 Trees Planted This Year!

2025-12-11T14:24:19-06:00December 10th, 2025|Foundation News, Imagine Grinnell|

December 10, 2025 Imagine Grinnell was busy planting and distributing trees this year! In the spring we were able to partner with the City of Grinnell and plant trees where road reconstruction occurred and then in the Fall we planted an additional 100 trees. To learn more about our programs, check out the Imagine Grinnell [...]

3 12, 2025

Math is More Fun Together!

2025-12-11T14:44:35-06:00December 3rd, 2025|She Counts|

December 3, 2025 Did you know that Math Club for Girls at GMS does origami? How about an escape room? Or looks at the symmetry of snowflakes? So many fun experiences and all about learning math. SHE Counts Math Club is open to 4th & 5th grade girls at Grinnell Middle School. Build confidence Make [...]

1 12, 2025

It’s Ok To Not Be OK

2025-12-11T15:07:58-06:00December 1st, 2025|JPK|

December 1, 2025 Finding the right mental health support can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. The Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium can connect you with local providers, help remove financial barriers, and guide you toward the right care. No one should have to choose between their finances and their [...]

1 12, 2025

Free Holiday Movie Tickets for the Strand 3 Theatre

2025-12-12T13:06:54-06:00December 1st, 2025|Foundation News|

December 1, 2025 The Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation is proud to be a title sponsor of the Holiday Matinee series at Strand 3 Theatre. FREE tickets are available at the Foundation Offices at Ahrens Park and other sponsoring businesses. Stop by between 9 AM – 4 PM Monday - Friday or call [...]

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