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Aledo, IL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: The city will continue building sidewalks and a multi-use path to complete a walking circuit around town. Safer routes will help residents travel between neighborhoods and key destinations without using busy roadways.

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.

Bronx, NY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: At a busy South Bronx intersection, residents and students will help create street murals and install flex posts and wayfinding signage. These changes will improve visibility, slow traffic and make crossings safer for older pedestrians.

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Portland, OR

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Bike Audits

Description: At least three bike audits will examine safety and connectivity near parks and transit. Many older adult volunteers will learn how to share findings with local agencies.

Portland, OR

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Public space activation

Description: A dangerous five-way intersection will be converted into a shaded cultural plaza featuring seating, public art and pedestrian amenities. The pop-up space will calm traffic, reduce heat and provide a safe gathering place.

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