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Minden, LA
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Park enhancements
Description: The project will install shade coverings in the local park to make it more comfortable and enjoyable for residents of all ages.
Parowan, UT
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Park enhancements
Description: This project will provide shaded bleachers at a city park to create a welcoming recreational space for older adults. Park improvements also include six new pickleball courts.
Canistota, SD
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022
Project Category: Park enhancements
Description: This project set out to improve an undeveloped park. To do this, the City installed accessible picnic tables, benches and a water fountain onsite. Organizers hope the improvements improve safety at the park, making residents more likely to visit.
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Kendallville, IN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: The City of Kendallville was looking to add more greenspace to its downtown as part of a streetscape revitalization project. To achieve this, the City created an ADA-compliant pocket park with walking paths, tables, benches, shade pergolas and new trees and flowers. Organizers also added a large driveway to accommodate the village's mobile stage, which allows the space to host outdoor entertainment. Ambient lighting and parking pads for food trucks rounded out the improvements, which make the park welcoming for visitors of all ages and abilities.
LaGrange County, IN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Walkability
Description: The project will conduct walk audits, identify areas with the greatest need for new sidewalks and work with a contractor to build them.
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