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Holland, MI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: This project will install new benches along sidewalks in Holland, tripling the current number. This project aims to improve walkability and provide resting spots for people age 50 and older, enhancing community connections.

Nebraska City, NE

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: The city will fill critical sidewalk gaps in one of its oldest neighborhoods to enhance pedestrian safety. The new accessible sidewalk sections will help residents reach downtown services, shops and community destinations without walking in traffic.

Shawnee, OK

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: The housing authority will extend walkways, add an accessible pavilion and install lighting, benches and driver warning signs in two neighborhoods. These changes will create safer routes, reduce conflicts with vehicles and support daily travel.

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Abilene, TX

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Digital Connectivity for Disasters

Description: Older adults in West Texas faced high disaster risks but lacked accessible training. United Rescue Alliance converted emergency response courses into virtual and hybrid formats and promoted them through non-digital outreach. Trainings covered preparedness, mental health and neighborhood response. Fifty-eight people enrolled, with many completing multiple courses. The project gave older adults confidence and life-saving skills so they can respond effectively during emergencies and help their communities.

Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.

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