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Shawnee, OK
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: The housing authority will extend walkways, add an accessible pavilion and install lighting, benches and driver warning signs in two neighborhoods. These changes will create safer routes, reduce conflicts with vehicles and support daily travel.
Nebraska City, NE
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: The city will fill critical sidewalk gaps in one of its oldest neighborhoods to enhance pedestrian safety. The new accessible sidewalk sections will help residents reach downtown services, shops and community destinations without walking in traffic.
Williston, ND
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Transportation Other
Description: The city will test traffic circles at three local intersections that are difficult to cross on foot. Crews will collect speed and traffic data before and after installation and survey nearby residents to assess whether the design improves safety and traffic flow.
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Rye Brook, NY
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Community Gardens
Description: Many older residents faced food insecurity as pre-made meals became costly and often spoiled, leaving those in low-income housing without reliable nutrition. The Village transformed an unused patio into a handicapped-accessible Giving Garden with raised beds and seating, enabling volunteers to grow fresh vegetables and herbs. Older adults now receive free produce and enjoy a welcoming space for meals and socializing. The garden also offers therapeutic benefits. One participant shared that she reminisced about gardening with her father as she worked in the new garden, and was already committed to working in the garden next spring.
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Norwalk, CT
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Community Gardens
Description: Key walkways and work areas will be leveled and upgraded across Fairgate Farm. These changes will reduce fall risk and allow older volunteers to garden safely.
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