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Hattiesburg, MS

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: Duncan Lake Park in Hattiesburg's East Jerusalem neighborhood is popular with residents, yet many of the park's amenities were in disrepair. To give the park new life, Hattiesburg Landmark Preservation refurbished picnic tables with new tops featuring painted checkerboards. They also installed new benches, added a wheelchair-accessible sidewalk and created two murals depicting native plants and animals. Today, the park hosts free arts programming for residents of all ages.

Dillingham, AK

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: This project will add benches, picnic tables, and bike racks to local parks, schools, and senior centers. It will create rest stops and gathering places, encouraging physical activity and community engagement for older adults.

Crossville, TN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: This project will revitalize Veterans Memorial Park with ADA-compliant features to honor veterans and ensure safe access for all, especially older adults. The project includes safe seating, a wider walkway, and a stable surface.

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Hayti, SD

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: This project will improve the baseball/softball field grandstand by adding a roof, a rail, and cement pads for comfortable seating. These enhancements will provide a safe and accessible environment for all generations.

Madison, MN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: This project will provide access to digital devices, including training and troubleshooting, to ensure older adults living in the rural community maximize their digital literacy.

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