Clarinda A's Baseball

The Clarinda Iowa A's Baseball organization is currently fundraising a "Grandstand Improvement Project" to make needed repairs and revitalizations at Municipal Stadium.  

The bleachers and sound system are in disrepair after many years of use by the Clarinda A’s and Clarinda High School.  Our objective is to make the grandstand both safe and visually appealing as a frequently used and highly visible structure in our City Park.  Updating the grandstand and sound system will provide a better fan experience for everyone attending events at Municipal Stadium.

Our primary goals at this time are:

-Sandblast existing metal railings and supports to remove years of chipping paint in order to prevent injury and improve aesthetics.

-Replace the aged floor boards of the grandstand for safety and stability.

-Replace the aged sound system equipment and speakers for a better fan experience. 

Once these immediate needs are funded, we will also look to provide upgraded seating with seat backs. 

The estimated cost for the project is $60,000.  The A's received a generous grant from the Clarinda Foundation for $20,000 of the cost.  We are currently seeking donations to help fund the remaining $40,000 of the project.  Donations can be made to Clarinda Iowa A's Baseball at 225 E. Lincoln St.  Clarinda, IA 51632. VENMO @clarindaiowaas

The A's are a 501c3 charitable organization and we are happy to provide receipts upon request. 

*UPDATE 10/6/24  After sandblasting the original railing we found substantial deterioration that is not feasible to repair.  The railing along the sides, back, and front of the stands will need to be replaced for safety.  While this will add to the cost of the project, safety is of greatest importance to us.  We will continue to update as we go.  Follow our Facebook page for more information.

*UPDATE 10/13/24 We have exceeded our original goal of fundraising $40,000.  Additional funds raised will go toward replacing the existing railings, as well as providing seats with backs down the center section of the bleachers.  

Nearly seventy students in grades Kindergarten-7th enjoyed A's Kid's Camp June 6-7th.  Clarinda A's players worked with students on various baseball skills during the two days.  The event concluded with "sliding practice" on the tarp. An additional camp will be held in Bedford on June 19th for grades 6-12.