Community Groups

Studio 6 and Free Imagination (Grinnell Are Arts Council)

After school arts program for children in grades K–6. Studio 6: Monday–Thursday. Sign up for 2–4 days per week. Tuition is charged; some scholarships are available.

926 Broad St.
Grinnell, IA 50112

Phone: 641-236-3203

Website: https://www.grinnellarts.org


Malcom-Sheridan Youth and After School Program

Tuesdays from 3:30–6:00pm.

United Methodist Church
602 4th St.
Malcom, IA 50157
Phone: 641-528-4004

Contact: Dawn Hamilton (641-990-4300)


Heart of Iowa Big Brothers Big Sisters

Heart of Iowa Big Brothers Big Sisters helps to instill hope, introduce children to positive and healthy activities, empower kids to set goals and encourage them to grow into confident, competent members of the community. Positive outcomes from this one-on-one mentoring include increased self-esteem, improved student academic success, increased connection to the school community, and improved positive social interactions.

31 S 1st St.
Marshalltown, IA 50158

Phone: 641-753-6370

Website: https://www.heartofiowabigs.org
Email: bbbsgrinnell@gmail.com


Grinnell Little League

The Grinnell Little League’s mission is to teach youth, ages 4–14, the fundamentals of baseball and softball in a safe and fun environment.

Website: https://tshq.bluesombrero.com/grinnellball
Email: grinnelllittleleague@gmail.com


Girl Scouts of America

10715 Hickman Rd.
Des Moines, IA 50322

Phone: 800-342-8389

Website: https://www.girlscoutsiowa.org

Local Contact: Linda Tish
Phone: 641-236-6403
Email: lmtish@iowatelecom.net


Boy Scouts of America

6123 Scout Trail
Des Moines, IA 50321
Phone: 515-266-2135

Website: https://scoutingiowa.org

Local Contact: Mike Sokol
Phone: 641-990-8405
Email: mssokol@windstream.net


Poweshiek County Extension—4H Program

4H empowers youth to reach their full potential working and learning in partnership with caring adults. To contact a club or join 4H, call or visit the website.

114 S Third St.
PO Box 70
Montezuma, IA 50171

Phone: 641-623-5188

Website: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/poweshiek/

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(641) 828-2238

Our Location

2003 N Lincoln St
PO Box 152
Knoxville, IA 50138

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