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Lemmon, SD
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: A new, accessible parklet will create a gathering space outside the Palace Theater that is welcoming to older adult patrons and people with disabilities. Amenities -- including a new ramp and bench seating -- will allow the theater to host outdoor arts programming.
St. Louis, MO
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: This project was part of multi-year efforts to activate transit stations throughout the St. Louis region. Citizens for Modern Transit installed accessible seating, a UV-protective shade and a mural examining local history at the North Hanley Transit Center. Organizers hope the improvements spark economic development by creating a community gathering space and encouraging people to use public transit.
Warren, OH
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: This project will convert a vacant property the site of a demolished former hospital into a greenspace for older adults by installing trees, landscaping, a walking path and lighting.
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Dubuque, IA
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services
Description: Local students will complete home modifications for low-income older adults, allowing them to age in place. The effort will also offer on-the-job training, mentorship and life planning assistance for participating students.
Epworth, IA
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Park enhancements
Description: The Veterans Memorial will promote awareness of the great service of men and women in all branches of the armed forces.
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