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Washington, DC

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: Faith Mobile Market responded to gaps in emergency readiness by giving older adults practical training and essential supplies to help them manage crises. Six workshops reached 187 participants with information on first aid and disaster planning, and the effort also provided medical supplies, flu shots and food support. These services increased confidence among residents who faced uncertainty, and one attendee said the workshop "gave me a grave reality that I am now better prepared to handle." The project strengthened community connections and set the stage for continued preparedness training and expanded resources to support older adults navigating future emergencies.

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Princeton, IN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: Monthly disaster programs will address seasonally relevant hazards at a local center for older adults. Participants will receive guidance, radios and basic emergency supplies.

Burlington, NC

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: Short disaster preparedness trainings will serve 140 older adult households following recent severe storms. The sessions will help restore confidence by sharing clear steps for emergency readiness.

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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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