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What is one of the best gifts you can give to someone - ALGONA BUCKS!
Buying Algona Bucks is a win, win for everyone! Why?
1) No processing or activation fees.
2) Spend same as cash or check.
3) No expiration date.
4) Redeemable at 200+ Chamber member businesses around the area.
5) Best of all – it benefits the Algona economy!
Stop by the Chamber today to buy Algona Bucks
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:
· Advertising coupons for Algona Publishing and KLGA / KLGZ for new members with a paid membership
· Member-to-Member discount deals
· Participation in Algona Bucks program - - a members only program
· Chamber website directory listing
- Direct link to your business website
- Share job openings, press releases, deals & promotions, special events, and more
· Social Media sharing of posts
· Promote your public events and specials in an email blast to all Chamber members
· Weekly Chamber Newsletter / Update to keep informed on Chamber activities
· Brochure / Business Card displayed at the Chamber
· Ribbon Cutting Celebration and weekly Chamber coffee networking opportunities
- Social Media highlights posts (2) when hosting a weekly Chamber coffee or ribbon cutting
· Event sponsorship advertising opportunities
· Invites to Chamber events at discounted ticket prices
· Retail promotion opportunities -- strong retail businesses attract a customer base for all local businesses
· Referrals from the Chamber - MEMBERS ALWAYS FIRST
· Access to staffed office, open weekdays, for assistance
· Contact information lists for Chamber members
· Leadership through committee and task force involvement; opportunity to be involved with Chamber committees and task forces
· Membership window decal
Algona Real Estate Agencies
Farm and Home Services: 515-295-2401
Landmark Realty: 515-295-7577
Algona Rental Properties
Algona Lofts: 515-512-5131
Anne Rentals: 515-341-0390 hakohlhaas@gmail.com
Baade Rentals: 515-341-5915
Berte Rentals: 515-924-3697
Clegg Real Estate & Rental, Wayne Clegg: 515-341-4555
Davis Properties: 515-295-2117 or 515-320-3020
Eastland Park Senior Apartments: 515-295-7797 or 515-320-3912
HJK, Karl/Jodie Helgevold: 515-851-0602 or 515-851-1344
John and Carol Hjelmeland: 515-295-7286
Todd and Julie Herbst-Ulmer: 515-295-5954 or 515-341-0805
Hunt Rental, Manger-Beth: 515-395-6101 or 515-341-3550
John and Judy Jennings: 515-295-7102
Todd Louwagie: 515-295-3256
Maple Park: 515-295-5174
Murphy Management: 515-295-2927
TLC Properties, Brian Thul: 515-884-0022
Weaver Properties: 515-295-9227 or 515-341-0104 www.buildingsvcsgroup.com

What is one of the best gifts you can give to someone - ALGONA BUCKS!
Buying Algona Bucks is a win, win for everyone! Why?
1) No processing or activation fees.
2) Spend same as cash or check.
3) No expiration date.
4) Redeemable at 200+ Chamber member businesses around the area.
5) Best of all – it benefits the Algona economy!
Stop by the Chamber today to buy Algona Bucks
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:
· Advertising coupons for Algona Publishing and KLGA / KLGZ for new members with a paid membership
· Member-to-Member discount deals
· Participation in Algona Bucks program - - a members only program
· Chamber website directory listing
- Direct link to your business website
- Share job openings, press releases, deals & promotions, special events, and more
· Social Media sharing of posts
· Promote your public events and specials in an email blast to all Chamber members
· Weekly Chamber Newsletter / Update to keep informed on Chamber activities
· Brochure / Business Card displayed at the Chamber
· Ribbon Cutting Celebration and weekly Chamber coffee networking opportunities
- Social Media highlights posts (2) when hosting a weekly Chamber coffee or ribbon cutting
· Event sponsorship advertising opportunities
· Invites to Chamber events at discounted ticket prices
· Retail promotion opportunities -- strong retail businesses attract a customer base for all local businesses
· Referrals from the Chamber - MEMBERS ALWAYS FIRST
· Access to staffed office, open weekdays, for assistance
· Contact information lists for Chamber members
· Leadership through committee and task force involvement; opportunity to be involved with Chamber committees and task forces
· Membership window decal
Algona Real Estate Agencies
Farm and Home Services: 515-295-2401
Landmark Realty: 515-295-7577
Algona Rental Properties
Algona Lofts: 515-512-5131
Anne Rentals: 515-341-0390 hakohlhaas@gmail.com
Baade Rentals: 515-341-5915
Berte Rentals: 515-924-3697
Clegg Real Estate & Rental, Wayne Clegg: 515-341-4555
Davis Properties: 515-295-2117 or 515-320-3020
Eastland Park Senior Apartments: 515-295-7797 or 515-320-3912
HJK, Karl/Jodie Helgevold: 515-851-0602 or 515-851-1344
John and Carol Hjelmeland: 515-295-7286
Todd and Julie Herbst-Ulmer: 515-295-5954 or 515-341-0805
Hunt Rental, Manger-Beth: 515-395-6101 or 515-341-3550
John and Judy Jennings: 515-295-7102
Todd Louwagie: 515-295-3256
Maple Park: 515-295-5174
Murphy Management: 515-295-2927
TLC Properties, Brian Thul: 515-884-0022
Weaver Properties: 515-295-9227 or 515-341-0104 www.buildingsvcsgroup.com
Monday Jun 8, 2026 Friday Jun 19, 2026
Deadline for Nominations is 4 p.m. Friday, June 19th
Nomination forms may be picked up at the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce office or downloaded from either the City of Algona's website www.algonaiowa.gov or the Chamber's website at www.algona.org. For more information, contact the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce at 515-295-7201.
SPIRIT OF ALGONA NOMINATION FORM: https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/3362/File/SpiritofAlgonaAwardYouthNominationForm.pdf
THE ALGONA IMPACT NOMINATION FORM: https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/3362/File/TheAlgonaImpactAward-Adult-NominationForm.pdf
As part of the 2026 Founders’ Day Celebration, the Founders’ Day Committee is proud to introduce two new community recognition awards designed to celebrate the individuals who help make Algona a stronger, more vibrant place to live. These awards will honor both youth and adults whose leadership, volunteerism, and commitment to serving others have made a meaningful difference in the community.
The Spirit of Algona Youth Award was created by the Founders’ Day Committee to celebrate an Algona area resident, age 18 or younger, who demonstrates leadership, volunteerism, and a genuine commitment to making Algona a great place to live, work, and play. Nominations are currently being accepted for young people who go above and beyond to serve as positive role models through kindness to others, leadership in their school, church, or other organizations, and a willingness to be active members of the community.
The Algona Impact Award was created to honor an area resident, age 19 or older, whose demonstrated leadership, volunteerism, and positive contributions have resulted in a lasting impact on the community. Nominations are currently being accepted for individuals who have contributed to the overall success of the community through an investment of time, talent, and/or resources to local initiatives, as well as a commitment to service and community engagement. Nominations will also be considered for individuals who meet the award criteria but do not currently live in Algona.
Nominations will be reviewed by the Founders’ Day Committee and other community volunteers. The selected recipients will be recognized during the Founders’ Day Celebration and honored as part of the weekend festivities.
Nominations for both awards will be accepted at the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce office until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19.