Price, UT

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Community Gardens

Description: Many older adults in the region faced food insecurity and few chances to connect with others in a safe outdoor space. SCAP began building an accessible community garden by installing raised beds, completing water infrastructure, adding wildlife fencing and planting shade trees with help from volunteers. These steps created the foundation for a shared space where people of all ages and abilities can grow produce and learn gardening skills. During planting work, older adults from the nearby senior center stopped to ask questions, and one woman said the chance to volunteer and receive produce would make a real difference for her. The garden is expected to reduce isolation, improve access to fresh food and become a long-term hub for learning, connection and healthier living.

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

Tulsa, OK

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Community Gardens

Description: A community garden will be expanded by adding raised garden beds, benches and picnic tables. The garden is open to the public and designed to allow older adults to garden comfortably, move easily through the space and gather with neighbors.

Juda, WI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Community Gardens

Description: The project will develop an accessible community garden featuring raised beds, smooth paths, seating and shared tools. The garden will support food growing, skill sharing and regular social interaction among residents of all ages.