When creating fire, so much depends upon the spark!
I Run For Water (the Prairie Fire Foundation) was formally started by Mike Stein in 2024. It originated with the idea of running a marathon and raising money for a water project as well as the San Lucas Mission in Guatemala in 2023.
Mission
To support projects that promote:
- The Life and Dignity of all people
- Human Rights and Responsibilities
- Opportunities for the Poor and Vulnerable
- The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers
- Solidarity
- Care for the earth and environment
Latest News
April 30, 2025
Prairie Fire Foundation Founder Runs With Son To Raise Money For Water
Pella, IA Prairie Fire Foundation founder, Mike Stein, recently ran a 5K in Pella with his son Luke. Luke is traditionally not a runner. However, he decided to train for a 5K as a way to provide incentive for him to lose weight and to get in better shape. Luke chose the Klompen Classic 5K… Read More →
April 26, 2025
Prairie Fire Donation makes generous donation to the Sister Water Project
Mike Stein, founder of the Prairie Fire Donation, travelled to Dubuque to meet a group of representatives from the Sister Water Project. Stein raises money for water projects by running marathons and races while collecting donations for water projects. Most recently, Stein’s son, Luke, became a volunteer runner for Prairie Fire Foundation. Luke was able… Read More →
April 20, 2025