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Aberdeen, ID
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Public place improvements to withstand extreme weather events
Description: Emergency shelter equipment will be installed at the fire station to support residents during outages and disasters. A safe location with power, meals and supplies will help people avoid dangerous conditions.
Arecibo, PR
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Public place improvements to withstand extreme weather events
Description: An outdoor gathering area will include solar-powered medical storage, raised garden beds, seating and shared digital access tools. The space will support day-to-day connection while improving safety during frequent power outages.
Oklahoma City, OK
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021
Project Category: Public place improvements to withstand extreme weather events
Description: An Oklahoma County study showed many residents rely on public water systems that have been cited for health violations. Oklahoma City officials hoped green infrastructure could help resolve water quality issues for downstream communities. So the City converted two flowerbeds in a local park in to rain gardens -- also known as bioswales. During heavy rains, the swales collect stormwater runoff from a nearby parking lot and divert it back into the ground, rather than into the municipal sewer system. This helps remove pollutants before they reach the local watershed. Project organizers say they hope the pilot allows Oklahoma City to become a leader in green infrastructure. They have planned to add more bioswales throughout the community in the future.
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Sutton, WV
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021
Project Category: Roadway/sidewalks/crosswalk improvement
Description: The Town of Sutton is home to a popular community garden and vibrant farmers market, but the two were cut off from each other by a busy street. To help residents take advantage of both amenities, Sutton Community Development Corporation connected the spaces by adding a crosswalk. Volunteers painted the crossing's pavement with bright colors, making it more visible to passing drivers. They also planted flags along the path between the garden and market to guide people from one to the other. Additionally, the CDC improved gathering spaces at the garden and market. They added tables and seating to the garden space to allow people to gather there. To improve the market space, volunteers installed string lights and shade sails and cleaned up a state area at the market, which had been damaged in high winds.
Beckwith, WV
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Park enhancements
Description: Two new ADA accessible fishing platforms will expand recreational opportunities at a county park. Designed for all abilities, the docks will support safe fishing, outdoor activities and social connection across generations.
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