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Zebulon, NC
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: The project will organize disaster preparedness trainings and community workshops in partnership with local organizations, and host outreach events to share safety information, with participation targeted to residents aged 50-plus.
Lake Dallas, TX
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Multiple disaster preparedness training sessions and bilingual checklists will support emergency readiness among older library patrons. An online resource hub will extend access to preparedness information.
Minneapolis, MN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Progressive Pathways set out to help residents think realistically about what they would need during summer storms and flooding, since many had never planned for an emergency or talked with neighbors about how to respond. The sessions encouraged people to consider items for their bug-out bags and opened conversations that helped neighbors understand how they could support one another. The gatherings also built new social networks and led to a partnerships that will extend preparedness resources. Residents left with clearer ideas about how to manage future emergencies and will receive ongoing materials and reminders.
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Dale, TX
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Expanding High-Speed Internet
Description: The center will install free public Wi-Fi and offer bilingual internet safety classes for older adults. Residents will use online tools for health, benefits and family connection while learning safe habits.
Austin, TX
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Walkability
Description: Broken sidewalks and debris in busy Austin corridors made walking hazardous for older adults and wheelchair users. The group led two walk audits near grocery stores, documenting safety issues and sharing findings with city officials and nonprofits. The effort raised awareness and sparked discussions on repairs and accessibility. One resident said he welcomed the assessment after a sidewalk crack caused a fall and weeks in rehab, underscoring the need for safer routes for older adults.
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