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Washington, DC
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Resilience Other
Description: Free smoke alarms and home safety education will be delivered through in-home visits across the community. Earlier warning and preparedness will reduce fire risks for older adults.
Coral Bay, VI
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Resilience Other
Description: Community meetings will be held to help older adults prepare for hurricanes by providing guidance on emergency preparedness, telehealth and storm mitigation. The meetings will also foster neighborly ties that are vital during severe weather.
Spokane, WA
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Resilience Other
Description: Low‑income adults age 50-plus will receive portable air conditioners, including installation and heat safety education. The project helps reduce health risks during extreme heat events and connects residents to ongoing support.
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Utqiagvik, AK
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Walk Audits
Description: Two walk audits will assess unstable or unusable walkways in central Barrow. Elders from the community will help identify priorities that guide future repairs and stakeholder coordination.
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