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Grand Rapids, MI
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: This project will enlist volunteers of all ages to repaint faded sidewalk art, improving wayfinding and walkability. The playful design will visually connect the sidewalks to a nearby pedestrian plaza and green spaces.
Saint Peter, MN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: This project will convert a vacant lot into a downtown plaza and community event space, providing a gathering place for residents and visitors.
Dennis, MA
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: This project installed six raised-bed gardens and two ADA-compliant benches on the Dennis Center for Active Living grounds.
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Pittsfield, ME
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Bike Audits
Description: Two walk audits along the main entry point into town will identify pedestrian safety concerns and possible solutions. The town will recruit older adults to take part and share their experiences using the corridor.
Vassalboro, ME
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Community Gardens
Description: This town will add raised garden beds with benches outside Vassalboro's municipal office. The new community garden will serve as an outdoor classroom and gathering space and will allow residents to grow healthy food.
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