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Seattle, WA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: The project will offer computer classes for low-income immigrants and refugees age-50 plus to build computer, email and online job application skills. Participants will gain confidence using digital tools for work, services and daily needs.

Newark, OH

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: Hands-on technology training and free devices will be offered to older adults across the county. Participants will gain confidence using digital tools to access health care, services and social connections.

Duluth, MN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: A community hub will host hands-on technology classes and peer support for adults age 50-plus. Participants will practice basic computer skills and learn how to use online tools for daily tasks and services.

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Shelbyville, KY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Housing Other

Description: An unused outdoor area will be converted into a secure green gathering space with seating and lighting. The space will support peer gatherings, shared meals and social connections for older veterans.

Shelbyville, KY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: Older adults in the community often lacked clear plans for how to respond to severe weather and other emergencies. This left them unsure about evacuation steps, supplies and communication. Marnel C. Moorman Family Life Center addressed this gap through hands-on preparedness sessions that focused on practical planning, first aid basics and emergency alerts. Participants created personal emergency plans and received checklists, local contact information and preparedness resources they could use at home. The sessions also encouraged people to talk through plans with family and neighbors. This strengthened informal support networks. One participant shared, "I created an emergency plan, learned how to use my supplies and even helped my neighbor update theirs. I feel safer." By building skills and confidence, the project helped older adults take concrete steps toward being better prepared when emergencies occur.

Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.

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