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Eufaula, AL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Community Gardens

Description: This project will create a community garden equipped with at least five raised beds for growing flowers and vegetables, as well as three accessible benches. All the food grown there will be provided to local low-income families.

Providence, RI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Community Gardens

Description: This project will distribute 200 straw bales an alternative to contaminated urban soil so that community members can plant and grow their own vegetables.

Bridgewater, MA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Community Gardens

Description: The project will fund a garden and outdoor activity area designed for older adults. It will include ADA-compliant and wheelchair-accessible raised gardening beds, grilling stations and outdoor seating.

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Syracuse, NY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Developing projects based on residents' priorities

Description: This project will install projectors and screens to expand the type and variety of programming, events and activities that can be provided to residents at six public housing buildings for older adults and people with disabilities.

Phelps, NY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Housing Choice Design Competitions

Description: The Phelps Business Development and Tourism Council will hold a design competition for accessory dwelling units and tiny homes, focusing on affordable and accessible housing for adults 50. The competition will involve educational opportunities, marketing, and community engagement to envision new housing options in Ontario County.

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