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Tulsa, OK

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: Tulsa Route 66 Main Street worked to restore a neglected park where older adults had no safe place to walk or gather. The group installed a new chat trail at Howard Park and cleared the area so residents could move comfortably and view nearby monuments. A ribbon cutting drew local interest and volunteers helped complete the work while Main Street continued plans for added lighting, bicycle stations and a roadside attraction. Residents shared memories of the park and said they were glad to see it cared for again. The project marks the first step toward bringing new life to a historic space and giving older adults a safe outdoor place to use regularly.

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Fairfield, WA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: An old tennis court will be converted into four public pickleball courts. The project will repair the surface, add seating and ADA access and offer a new recreational option for residents of all ages.

Frederick, MD

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults, yet Monocacy Village Park offered few ways to build balance and confidence. The city installed Kompan's Surface Challenge in the new SeniorScapes park, giving residents a safe space to practice walking on varied surfaces and improve stability. Older adults tested the equipment during a trial and learned about its benefits at a resource fair attended by hundreds. The permanent installation will anchor the park's grand opening and inspire similar projects, promoting mobility and social engagement for years to come.

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Naknek, AK

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Community Gardens

Description: Shipping delays left Naknek residents without reliable fresh produce, prompting elders to seek space to teach gardening traditions. The center installed raised beds and ADA-compliant benches, creating a safe spot for older adults to grow food and gather with family. Volunteers built the beds and benches, and workshops will help elders share skills with younger generations. The garden now offers residents without land a way to raise vegetables while preserving cultural practices and strengthening community ties.

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