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Bemidji, MN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Walk Audits
Description: Three walk audits will assess sidewalks, crossings, seating and sun exposure in a residential area and adjacent park. Community discussions will help translate findings into practical planning actions.
Phoenix, AZ
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Walk Audits
Description: A key Phoenix corridor lacked safe, walkable conditions, creating hazards for older adults who rely on it as a primary route. To address this, TigerMountain Foundation led a walk audit that identified broken sidewalks and poor crossings, engaged volunteers and added several hazards to the city's official repair list. The project educated residents on how to report issues and spurred interest among officials to prioritize fixes. TMF used the city's 311 system to escalate forgotten repairs, ensuring improvements move forward.
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Biwabik, MN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Walk Audits
Description: Walkability assessments will review sidewalks and crossings in downtown and residential areas of Biwabik. Prioritized recommendations will help address barriers affecting older walkers.
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Memphis, TN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Entrepreneurship and improved economic resilience
Description: Many Memphis families lack affordable estate planning, leaving homes vulnerable to probate and loss. To address this, the Community Legal Center held 18 free clinics at local centers and libraries, serving nearly 300 residents, mostly older adults. Volunteer attorneys drafted wills, powers of attorney and advance directives, with local council members organizing sessions in their districts. The effort preserved property titles and reduced foreclosure risk. One participant resolved a tangled inheritance involving multiple heirs, ensuring rightful ownership and peace of mind for future generations. The model is now prompting ongoing clinics and attorney training.
Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.
Memphis, TN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Digital navigation skills
Description: Digital Confidence Labs will offer hands‑on technology learning for adults age 50-plus. Participants will receive one‑on‑one help with smartphones, telehealth and online services to build confidence and independence.
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