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Christiansted, VI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Public space activation

Description: Educational, ADA‑friendly signage will be installed along a new walking trail at a historic site. The trail will support those volunteering with rescued animals, improve safety while dog‑walking and promote wellness for older adults.

Woodstock, VT

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Public space activation

Description: Five artist-painted benches will be added along a busy street in the village center. The benches will provide safe resting spots and help older adults walk between housing, parks and services while supporting traffic calming.

Crenshaw, MS

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Public space activation

Description: The town will create a new park and install welcome signs at key entrances. Residents age 50-plus will help plant flowers, helping create a more welcoming community space for residents to gather and enjoy outdoor activity.

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Portland, OR

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Bike Audits

Description: At least three bike audits will examine safety and connectivity near parks and transit. Many older adult volunteers will learn how to share findings with local agencies.

Portland, OR

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: This project will offer introductory classes on E-bikes for adults age 50-plus. The clinics will explain how e‑bikes work, safety rules, where to buy them and how to apply for local rebate programs, with both online and in‑person options.

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