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Boston, MA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021

Project Category: Addressing community health

Description: Lower-income residents of Boston's Mattapan, Roxbury and Dorchester neighborhoods often lack access to fresh produce. To help residents grow their own vegetables, the Urban Farming Institute of Boston built and installed backyard grow boxes. The Institute provides one-on-one support to participating families, heling them learn about gardening and cooking techniques. They also host a virtual cooking show -- Destination Cuisine -- featuring local chefs and culturally relevant recipes to inspire residents to prepare healthy, delicious meals.

Honokaa, HI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Addressing community health

Description: This project will update a kitchen used for community meals by replacing appliances, upgrading electrical circuitry and repairing a leaky roof. The improved facility will support the organization's food distribution efforts and create a space for intergenerational cooking classes.

Clifton, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Addressing community health

Description: This project will help create a community pantry by installing shelving, refrigeration units and an accessible ramp. The pantry will simulate a grocery shopping experience, allowing visitors to browse the aisles, select food items and check out with program staff.

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Newport, RI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Micromobility enhancements/management

Description: This project will support Cycling Without Age, a program that will provide older people and disabled veterans with trishaw rides, piloted by trained volunteers.

Bristol, RI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Digital Connectivity for Disasters

Description: The town will prepare for the opening of a new senior and community center by conducting sidewalk audits downtown. They will also hold workshops to recruit volunteers and connect residents with town leaders.

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