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Mattapan, MA
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: Adults age 50-plus will participate in workshops and walk audits to identify barriers to safe walking in their neighborhoods. The project will support resident-led recommendations for crossings, sidewalks and traffic calming.
Wake Forest, NC
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: This project will install new crosswalks and ADA-compliant curb cuts on a busy road to improve safety and mobility for older adults and residents. The updates will make it easier to walk between downtown, neighborhoods and community facilities.
Manati, PR
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: Several busy intersections will receive high-visibility crosswalks, painted curb extensions and traffic-calming features. Clear markings and shorter crossings will help people walk more safely between homes, services and nearby destinations.
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Providence, RI
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Community Gardens
Description: An outdoor space will be upgraded with accessible seating, raised garden beds and better lighting. The changes will allow safe outdoor meals, gardening and gatherings.
Providence, RI
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Housing Design Competitions
Description: A statewide ADU design competition will produce pre-approved housing plans. The options will reduce costs and support increased housing choices for older adults.
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