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2023 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
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This project will enlarge a community garden next to an affordable housing community. Four raised beds will ensure accessibility for residents with disabilities, as well as for older volunteers. Excess produce will be donated to local food banks.
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Community Gardens
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021
Project Category: Community Gardens
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Silver Spring, MD
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Community Gardens
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2020
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