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Millville, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: This project will install a 20-foot by 40-foot shade structure and raised garden beds at Riverview West, providing low-income older adults with a comfortable, accessible outdoor seating area.

Bowdon, GA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: Old golf cart paths will be converted into an accessible walking trail near an assisted living facility. The trail will feature benches, signage and smooth surfaces, enabling older adults and community members to walk, rest and socialize close to home.

Rexburg, ID

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: Damaged sections of asphalt walking paths will be repaired throughout a busy community park. Smoother surfaces will reduce tripping risks and help older adults travel safely year round.

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Sparta, GA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Walk Audits

Description: Walk audits will review sidewalk hazards and intersection safety in Sparta’s downtown corridor. Findings will help city leaders prioritize pedestrian improvements for older residents.

Sparta, GA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Public space activation

Description: A vacant downtown lot will be transformed into an ADA-accessible pocket park featuring safe walkways, shaded seating and landscaping. The park will offer older adults a welcoming place to rest, gather and connect in the town center.

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