Celebrating Voices of America ACCF
The Allamakee County Community Foundation is proud to celebrate America’s 250th birthday by honoring Voices of America.
Paula Enyart of Postville is one of eight regional voices lifted up to share the stories of people who hold our community together two and a half centuries after our nation’s founding.
“What really matters to our citizens is at the heart of the Voices of America initiative,” said Jackie Cooper, Community Foundation Executive Director. “We value every voice as we work with donors, make grants and serve as a trusted convener addressing shared community needs.”
Paula Enyart has touched the lives of almost every citizen in Postville thanks to her leadership coordinating the Farmers Market and developing a Meals on Wheels program. Paula grew up around Volga and spent a lot of time around her grandparents playing cards. She believes her upbringing formed her “old soul.”
She established Postville home meal delivery through a partnership with local churches and a coalition of volunteers. She was motivated to not only deliver good nutrition but complete a welfare check on people who were older and alone. She is proud that community leaders, even the mayor, volunteer with the program creating close personal connections.
She said, “It’s all the little things that play into building a successful community. We bring local musicians to our Postville Farmers’ Market to celebrate the heart and soul of our community. People just hang out and get to know each other a little more.”
Voices of America events will be hosted by the Foundation and take place this summer. They will feature a six-foot tall American eagle. Look for the table, take a family photo with the American eagle, and help write the story of our community on America’s 250th birthday. Hearing directly from individuals will help the Foundation make decisions on grants and initiatives in the coming year.