Love in action: The power of collective giving
Student journeys are made possible by the generosity of alumni and friends who believe in the transformative power of a Grinnell education.
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Three sets of unforgettable summers in Four Corners
An endowed fund established by Don Marquardt ’70 supports research, recreation, and internships in the Southwest U.S.
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Black Alumni Weekend
Rooted in Excellence: Reawakening our Legacy, Rebuilding our Community

October 3–5, 2025
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Three 1970s alums join Grinnell College Alumni Council

Newly elected members have in-depth knowledge about philanthropy and nonprofit organizations.

Learning what Grinnellians do pushes Adarsh Sharma ’27 to get involved in seemingly everything

A computer science and economics major, Sharma has had a super active first two years at the College.

Welcoming the class of 2029

Hailing from 37 states and 27 countries, first-year students are arriving in Grinnell this week.

A life in education

Even in retirement, Betty Dandridge Johnson ’79 continues to share her higher education expertise.

Upcoming Events

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Conexion

Join Grinnell Conexiones Alumni in three cities Sept. 27–Oct. 19.
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Black Alumni Weekend 2025

Join us on campus this fall.
October 3–5
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In Conversation
Tour Events

Events being hosted in 12 cities.
September 2025–April 2026

Grinnell College Alumni on Social Media

Thank you alumni and family volunteers for all the energy and passion you put into supporting students and bringing Grinnellians together!

Thank you alumni and family volunteers for all the energy and passion you put into supporting students and bringing Grinnellians together! ...

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Congratulations Olivia Woolam ’21! This young alumna served as an assistant women’s basketball coach at Denison, which won the DIII basketball championship this season.

Congratulations Olivia Woolam ’21! This young alumna served as an assistant women’s basketball coach at Denison, which won the DIII basketball championship this season. ...

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THANK YOU for helping our community shine brighter! 2,607 students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends made gifts totaling $1,714,573 and made Scarlet & Give Back Day a huge success! ❤️🖤 #GivingToGrinnell

THANK YOU for helping our community shine brighter! 2,607 students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends made gifts totaling $1,714,573 and made Scarlet & Give Back Day a huge success! ❤️🖤 #GivingToGrinnell ...

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Students, faculty, and staff are coming together for Scarlet & Give Back Day in the HSSC! And now a new challenge has been announced thanks to the generosity of our Board of Trustees. If 2,500 donors make gifts for Scarlet & Give Back Day, they will donate $150,000 to the Pioneer Fund!

Help us meet this goal and make your gift using the link in our bio ❤️🖤🐿️

Students, faculty, and staff are coming together for Scarlet & Give Back Day in the HSSC! And now a new challenge has been announced thanks to the generosity of our Board of Trustees. If 2,500 donors make gifts for Scarlet & Give Back Day, they will donate $150,000 to the Pioneer Fund!

Help us meet this goal and make your gift using the link in our bio ❤️🖤🐿️
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Rise and SHINE, Grinnellians! Grab your coffee and start your morning off by making a gift of any size for Scarlet & Give Back Day! 🌤️☕️ 

The Board of Trustees has announced that if 2,500 donors make gifts for Scarlet & Give Back Day, they will donate $150,000 to the Pioneer Fund! #GivingToGrinnell

Rise and SHINE, Grinnellians! Grab your coffee and start your morning off by making a gift of any size for Scarlet & Give Back Day! 🌤️☕️

The Board of Trustees has announced that if 2,500 donors make gifts for Scarlet & Give Back Day, they will donate $150,000 to the Pioneer Fund! #GivingToGrinnell
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✨🕶️ Help Grinnellians shine brighter with a gift during Scarlet & Give Back Day! Today, alumni and friends are coming together to help strengthen the experience of students. 

And thanks to the generosity of Tommy Erdei ’95, your gift will be matched $1-for-$1! Direct your gift to the area of your choice, and a matching gift will be applied to the area designated by Tommy. Jump on this limited opportunity and help us reach our $1 million goal! #GivingToGrinnell 

Make your Scarlet & Give Back Day gift TODAY!

❤️🖤 Link in bio

✨🕶️ Help Grinnellians shine brighter with a gift during Scarlet & Give Back Day! Today, alumni and friends are coming together to help strengthen the experience of students.

And thanks to the generosity of Tommy Erdei ’95, your gift will be matched $1-for-$1! Direct your gift to the area of your choice, and a matching gift will be applied to the area designated by Tommy. Jump on this limited opportunity and help us reach our $1 million goal! #GivingToGrinnell

Make your Scarlet & Give Back Day gift TODAY!

❤️🖤 Link in bio
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Make your Scarlet & Give Back Day gift using the link in our bio to support students today! ❤️🖤🐿️

#GivingToGrinnell #Alumni #LiveGrinnellian

Make your Scarlet & Give Back Day gift using the link in our bio to support students today! ❤️🖤🐿️

#GivingToGrinnell #Alumni #LiveGrinnellian
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Make your Scarlet & Give Back Day gift and help sustain the Grinnell experience and celebrate what makes this community extraordinary!

#GivingToGrinnell #Alumni #LiveGrinnellian

Make your Scarlet & Give Back Day gift and help sustain the Grinnell experience and celebrate what makes this community extraordinary!

#GivingToGrinnell #Alumni #LiveGrinnellian
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Grinnellian Adventures

Cuba: Art & Politics in Havana

With faculty lead Fredo Rivera '06.

At capacity, waitlist is open.
January 2026

Germany and The Politics of Sustainability

With faculty lead Wayne Moyer.

Registrations opens soon.
Summer 2026

Camino de Santiago: Pilgrimage

With Will Freeman and Kesho Scott.

Reservations are open, 50% filled.
September 2026