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Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley (2023) Print
2023 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
Project Category
Housing
└ Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services
└ Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services
This project will help low-income older residents remain safely in their homes by providing repairs and modifications that address health, safety or code violations issues.
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Buffalo, NY
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021
Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services
Description: To help low-income families rehabilitate their homes, Habitat for Humanity Buffalo held a series of construction skills trainings. Designed to reach people without a background in construction, the workshops focused on plumbing and electrical work. Project organizers say these education efforts ensure individuals are empowered to undertake critical home repairs. Additionally, the nonprofit wanted to help its volunteers understand the communities they serve. To do this, the organization hosted training sessions on topics related to diversity, equity and inclusion. Organizers report the sessions informed Home Team volunteers about the history of low-income communities and reinforced the importance of Habitat's mission to construct affordable housing.
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022
Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025
Project Category: Innovative home maintenance repair and services
Description: This project will provide critical home modifications for low-income older adults. Improvements like wheelchair ramps, grab bars, and raised toilets will enhance safety and independence.
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2017
Project Category: Engaging people in transportation options/safety
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