Washing, Orange & Lamoille Counties, VT

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2020

Project Category: Other

Description: This grant will fund an initiative to help adults age 60+ combat social isolation during coronavirus pandemic by providing homebound residents with monthly creative art kits and volunteer companions. The initiative will culminate with a digital art show featuring the creative work by participants and volunteers.

Randolph, VT

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2020

Project Category: Public Spaces

Description: The grant will provide for the installation of outdoor musical instruments, benches and signage at the town's playground and recreation field, further activating the public space and encouraging people of all ages to express themselves and connect.