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Good Neighbor Iowa aims to reduce unnecessary urban pesticide use and to transform lawn culture to encourage appreciation of diverse lawns as a way to protect child health, water quality, pets, pollinators, and biodiversity.
Want to make a real difference in your community? Become a Good Neighbor Iowa Local Champion!

Share the mission for healthier, pesticide-free yards and neighborhoods, inspire your neighbors, and lead positive change right where you live.

Sign up: goodneighboriowa.org/local-champion

#GoodNeighbor
December 19, 2025 at 8:30 PM
You have the power to make a difference by supporting groups like Good Neighbor Iowa. Your involvement helps protect our communities and future. Every action counts—pledge today to be the change! 💚🌿

#GoodNeighborIowa #BeTheChange #CommunityImpact #SustainableLiving #ProtectOurPlanet
December 18, 2025 at 8:31 PM
What are Organophosphates? Understanding these chemicals is a step toward protecting human health, supporting pollinators, & preserving ecosystems.

Learn more:
link.springer.com/chapter/10.1...
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470...
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

#Organophosphates #Health
December 17, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Every big change starts with one small step. 🌱 This GNI success story is your reminder to be the change you want to see. Ready to make a difference in your own community? Take the Good Neighbor Iowa pledge today! 👉 goodneighboriowa.org/pledge

#GoodNeighborIowa #GNI #BeTheChange #PesticideFree
December 16, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Myth-busting time! 🚫✨ Swipe to see what your lawn really needs (hint: it’s less than you think).

#GoodNeighborIowa #PollinatorFriendly #EcoFriendlyLiving #SustainableYards #HealthyCommunities #Biodiversity #LeaveTheLeaves #EcoMyths #HealthyLawns #IowaEnvironment
December 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Our January Good Neighbor Iowa newsletter is almost here! 🎉
Stay updated on upcoming events, tips for healthy communities, and new resources.

Sign up at the link below so you don’t miss it! 💛
ceee.uni.edu/good-neighbo...

#GoodNeighborIowa
December 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Plan ahead now. Pledge to not spray pesticides on your yard. Yard signs and stickers are available for purchase at our eStore. Already pledged and have yard signs, but want to do something more? Check out information on becoming a local champion.

goodneighboriowa.org

#GoodNeighborIowa
December 11, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Neonicotinoids are everywhere and their impacts extend far beyond their target pests. Understanding these chemicals is the first step toward protecting our planet.

More information:
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
December 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Our next Good Neighbor Iowa blog post is on the way! ✨

Get ready for fresh tips, stories, and community inspiration.
Catch up on past posts and stay tuned for what’s next: goodneighboriowa.org/blog/

#GoodNeighborIowa
December 9, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Help pollinators this winter! 🐝

Natural areas like leaves, stems, soil, and debris help bees and butterflies nest and survive cold months. Keeping yards natural provides crucial winter habitats for their spring return.

Learn more: xerces.org/publications...

#GoodNeighborIowa #Pollinators #Green
December 8, 2025 at 8:30 PM
It’s National Wildlife Conservation Day! 🌿

Today, we’re inspired by one of the best - Robert Irwin, who reminds us of the power of care, curiosity, and compassion in protecting the wild places we love.

Let’s all be good neighbors to the wildlife around us. 🌎

#GoodNeighborIowa #RobertIrwin #Green
December 4, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Discover our E-store for yard signs that showcase your Good Neighbor pride! 🌼🏡 Whether supporting pollinators, ensuring lawn safety, or promoting community health, your sign shows you care. Join us, spread the word, and be a proud Good Neighbor today!

goodneighboriowa.org/purchase-our...
December 3, 2025 at 8:30 PM
We’re thrilled to announce our new blog! 🌿 It's a dedicated platform for sharing pesticide-free progress, community stories, and tips for healthier spaces in Iowa. Check out our first post here: goodneighboriowa.org/blog/

Stay connected for more updates as we expand this community space together. 💚
December 1, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Wishing you a cozy Thanksgiving from the Good Neighbor Iowa team! 🦃🍁

We’re grateful for every Iowan helping build healthier, safer communities for kids, pets, and pollinators.

May your day be filled with good food, great people, and thankful moments. 🤎

#GoodNeighborIowa #HappyThanksgiving
November 27, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Pesticide labels provide important information. They outline potential effects on people, pets, wildlife, and the environment, and help you make informed decisions. Learning to read them empowers you to protect your health and the planet.

#GoodNeighborIowa #pesticidefree #ReadTheLabel #SmartChoice
November 26, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Feeling thankful for everyone in Iowa who pledged to be a Good Neighbor. Your commitment to healthier lawns, safer communities, & a greener Iowa is impactful. Each pledge supports a thriving environment for kids, pollinators, & neighbors. Thank you for joining! Pledge at goodneighboriowa.org/pledge
November 24, 2025 at 8:07 PM
✨ Good Neighbor Glow Up ✨
Your yard doesn't need to be perfectly manicured. A wilder garden supports bees, butterflies, and essential wildlife without pesticides. 🌼🐝💛

Small changes = big impact. Learn more at goodneighboriowa.org 🌿

#GoodNeighborIowa #BeeFriendly #WildYardWins #EcoFriendlyLiving
November 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM
What Exactly Is a Pesticide? 🌿

A pesticide is any product designed to prevent, kill, repel, or control pests, basically anything that causes harm or becomes a nuisance.

Learn more here! ➡️

www.beyondpesticides.org/resources/pe...

www.epa.gov/minimum-risk...

www.epa.gov/ingredients-...
November 19, 2025 at 8:30 PM
We’re feeling thankful today! 💚

Big thanks to the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust for supporting CEEE and Good Neighbor Iowa’s mission. Together, we’re creating healthier, pesticide-free spaces for children, pets, pollinators, and communities. 🌱✨

#GoodNeighborIowa #Thankful #CommunitySupport
November 17, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Happy America Recycles Day! ♻️

Learn what can and can’t be recycled in your area this #AmericaRecyclesDay at www.cedarfalls.com/100/Recycling

Good neighbors keep Iowa clean and green 🌿

#GoodNeighborIowa #AmericaRecyclesDay #RecycleRight
November 14, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Want to become a Good Neighbor but don't know how? We got ya covered!

Here are the 5 simple steps to become a Good Neighbor! Why wait? Join the family now!!

#GoodNeighborIowa #PesticideFree #EcoFriendly
November 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM
🌿 Thankful for our Local Champions! 🌿

Across Iowa, communities are making neighborhoods safer for kids, pets, pollinators, and waterways by going pesticide-free. These champions are leading the way to a more sustainable future, one lawn at a time! 💚

Learn more: goodneighboriowa.org/local-champi...
November 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Healthy Lawns, Healthy People supports Good Neighbor Iowa by raising awareness of pesticide risks and promoting eco-friendly lawn care. Learn to create a lush yard while protecting children, pets, pollinators, and water. For a free presentation, contact goodneighbor@uni.edu. Invite us to your event!
November 7, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Skip lawn sprays this season to let nature thrive with leaves, clover, and critters. A healthy fall yard means safer kids and pets, cleaner water, more pollinators, and a healthier community. Be a good neighbor this autumn—stay safe without chemicals.
#GoodNeighborIowa #FallForNature #PesticideFree
November 5, 2025 at 8:30 PM
On October 29, the Environmental Health Program hosted its first Environmental Health Student Symposium at UNI. The theme was Activating the Precautionary Principle for a Healthier Future. Thank you to our guest speakers, attendees, and the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust for making it possible.
November 3, 2025 at 8:30 PM