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2009 Stakeholder's Report
(Posted on 10/12/2009)
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HCCEF Grants

Hardin County Community Endowment Foundation Grant Application
(Posted on 9/10/2009)
For the fifth year the Hardin County Community Endowment Foundation is pleased to offer grant applications for 2010. The HCCEF was formed to provide philanthropic support for community betterment projects in Hardin County. Grants are made available to the following areas: arts & culture, community betterment, education, health & human services, recreation & environment and youth development.

Horizons Program - Alden Area
(Posted on 10/7/2008)
Alden Area Citizens Are Encouraged to Sign Up for a Horizon’s Program Study Circle. Click to learn more.

News from Iowa State University Extension

ISU Extension Offers Tips for Users of Geographic Information Systems on International GIS Day
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
Observance of International Geographic Information Systems Day highlights resources available from ISU Extension for users of GIS computer software.
Implementation of Food & Fitness Community Action Plan Awarded Grant
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
Northeast Iowa group receives funding to continue promoting healthy, locally grown food and abundant opportunities for physical activity and play.
Conference Will Focus on Agriculture-based Bioeconomy Solutions
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
Bioeconomy e-conferenceJames E Lovelock, called by some the paramedic to the planet, will offer the benefits of biochar as the first solution to greenhouse gases during his keynote address at the start of the conference.
Iowans Say Changes Due to Recession and Community Education Are Permanent
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Iowans are making spending changes during the recession that may become permanent, according to a recent national poll. At the same time they are willing to help people who are struggling, as exemplified in Iowa's Horizons communities.

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Frank Owens-Community Development Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 235-4644
Fax: (515) 235-4641
Email: frowens@iastate.edu

Darwin J. Miller-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (641) 648-4850
Fax: (641) 648-4862
Email: darwinm@iastate.edu

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