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Community Partnerships, Planning, and Research

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    Meet in the Middle: Where Special Occasions Find Their Perfect Setting at Grinnell College

    Mar 28, 2024

    In the heart of Grinnell, surrounded by towering trees and playful squirrels, lie many special places where memories are made.

  2. Grinnell College Local Shuttle drivers (pictured left to right) Larry Kramer, Jim White, and Billy Gilbreaith foster connections and enrich experiences for students through their conversations and shared journeys.

    Beyond the Shuttle: Stories of Connection at Grinnell College

    Mar 07, 2024
    The drivers of the Grinnell College Local Shuttle foster connections and enrich experiences for students through their conversations and shared journeys.
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    Community Champions: Grinnell College Employees Making A Difference

    Feb 29, 2024
    Did you know that there are over 20,000 nonprofits in Iowa working every day to improve lives and strengthen communities? The demand for nonprofit leadership continues to grow. However, in Grinnell and in other rural communities, most community organizations run with little or no staff and are highly dependent on the dedication of volunteers to accomplish their missions.
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    New Year, New Taxes: Students Participate in Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program

    Feb 27, 2024
    Every year, Professor Emerita of Mathematics Emily Moore recruits students to provide free tax services to Poweshiek families on behalf of VITA, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program.
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    Interfaith America Grant to Expand Bridge-Building Dialogue in Grinnell Community

    Feb 26, 2024
    Ryan Solomon and the Listening Project team, which includes both Grinnell community members and Grinnell College students, have been awarded a $3,850 grant from Interfaith America's Bridging the Gap program.
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    Grinnell Mutual Group Foundation Provides $60,000 Grant for Youth Summer Enrichment Programs.

    Feb 22, 2024

    “The Grinnell Mutual Group (GMG) Foundation has approved a 3-year, $60,000 grant to support AmeriCorps members serving in five Grinnell youth summer enrichment programs who work together as part…

  7. President Harris Signing Beam

    Renfrow Hall Topping Off: Celebrating a New Era of Collaboration and Community

    Jan 30, 2024
    Grinnell College marked a significant milestone in Renfrow Hall's construction with a Topping-Off Ceremony. Weitz, the construction company, noted this event signals the completion of the building's skeleton structure, with the elevator hoist beam serving as the focal point. Attendees shared in the unique opportunity to sign this pivotal piece before it was raised into place.
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    Grinnell Crossroads Sculpture to Be Moved

    Jan 29, 2024

    The Grinnell Crossroads sculpture, which has welcomed visitors and residents at the intersection of Highways 6 and 146…

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    Grinnell College’s Fall 2023 Mini-Grant Recipients

    Jan 25, 2024
    Twice a year, Grinnell College awards mini-grants to impactful programs that are making a lasting difference in the Grinnell community. This year’s fall recipients look to improve the town of Grinnell’s education, parks, and fire safety.  
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    Grinnell College Museum of Art Provides Program for Neurodiverse Adults

    Dec 19, 2023
    Creativity, imagination, and innovation are all traits of neurodiversity. Accessible art museum programs such as the one at GCMoA which are tailored for neurodiverse individuals can open important opportunities for creative expression and make museums more inclusive.

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