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Everett, MA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Engaging people in transportation options/safety

Description: Older adults will take part in bikeshare training that includes classroom learning, guided rides and group discussions. The program will increase comfort using shared bikes for short trips, recreation and everyday travel in three Massachusetts cities.

Washington, DC

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2018

Project Category: Engaging people in transportation options/safety

Description: To increase older adults' mobility, the Capitol Hill Village worked to raise residents' awareness of the local transportation offerings. The nonprofit offered social events and educational programming to teach more than 100 residents how to get around without driving. The trainings covered pedestrian safety and provided older adults with in-depth information on transportation services, including the Metrorail system, Capital Bikeshare and local paratransit service. Project organizers say participants increased their knowledge of and confidence using local transportation options.

Columbia, MD

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Engaging people in transportation options/safety

Description: An innovative program will provide hands-on transit education and guided bus outings for older adults. Real-world practice will build confidence and support independent travel to daily destinations.

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Batavia, IL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Public space activation

Description: An outdoor literacy space will be installed with an accessible bench, lighting and an oversized book library. The space will provide a safe walking destination and encourage intergenerational interaction.

Aurora, IL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: Weekly computer readiness sessions will teach older adults how to use phones, computers and online services. These skills will help participants stay connected and manage health care and daily needs.

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