Come join our team!

We are currently seeking a Garden Programs Intern. The Intern will help the Garden Programs Manager manage the organization’s 12 acres of tillable land and orchard for vegetable/fruit production for use by two kitchens. The site also includes space for cover crops, pollinator habitat, flowers and other land use. The Intern will participate in educational programming and special projects, one of which could be work on integrating the newly completed geothermal greenhouse into food production and educational opportunities. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Minimum of 10 weeks, maximum of 14 weeks – actual dates to be mutually determined.

Welcome, Amy!

Amy Zellweger shadowed long-time staff member Lisa Swanson during much of 2023 in preparation for Lisa’s retirement at the end of the year. It’s now 2024 and she’s ready to step into the role of site & program coordinator at the Wallace Farm, managing the facilities and working with other staff to coordinate programs such as Pizza on the Prairie. She also oversees group travel tours and private rentals at the Farm, plus manages the Farmhouse Gift Shop, working with local artists and vendors to create a special place to purchase gifts and Abundance items.

Fun fact: Amy’s very first job was working in the garden at the Wallace Farm when she was in high school. We’re glad she’s back!

Recent Wallace House improvements

Weather conditions were favorable enough in December to tuck point and cap the Wallace House chimney before the snow flies. This critical work was made possible with our friends at Andrews Roofing, grant funds from West Bank and the Neighborhood Investment Corporation + gifts from several generous donors. Thanks to all for helping to preserve this historic house!

WCI wins Working Here grant

Farm Credit Services of America awarded WCI a $3,310 Working Here Fund grant for the new geothermal greenhouse at the Wallace Farm. Funding will help us write age-appropriate education plans, develop hands-on activities, and experiment with different plant material. WCI is one of 88 groups to receive a 2023 grant in the 3rd quarter.

“We’re proud to support organizations like WCI because of their passion to educate our communities about the importance of the ag industry,” said Erin Carney, regional VP of retail operations at FCSAmerica’s Red Oak office.


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We stand with people of color against racism, violence, and hate. Enriching communities and gathering together is the core of our work at the Wallace Centers of Iowa and how we actualize the Wallace family legacy. Now more than ever, we value our work that creates seats at the table for everyone. As an organization, we are dedicated to equitable, inclusive programming and services where everyone is welcome.

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