The AARP Community Challenge
The application period for the 2021 challenge closed on April 14. For an overview of our annual quick-action grant program — and to learn what's happens next — watch the video below and follow the links on this page: Learn more about the 2021 AARP Community Challenge »
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AARP LIVABLE COMMUNITIES MAP
Click here or on the links below to locate and learn about past grantees.
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AN INTRODUCTION
About the AARP Community Challenge
Our annual challenge funds projects that build momentum for local change
The Complete List
Look up all winning AARP Community Challenge grantees and projects by year or by state
Impact Stories
Articles and more about projects and programs funded with AARP Community Challenge grants
VIDEOS BY SUBJECT
Public Places
Visit gathering spots and outdoor spaces from throughout the nation that were created or improved by AARP Community Challenge funds
Housing
Several challenge projects have been used to demonstrate or explore creative housing solutions that are accessible, affordable and age-friendly
Transportation
See projects that help people travel safely within their communities and beyond by walking, cycling, using public transit and more
Other Categories
Grants fund a range of innovative community improvements, including projects that support civic engagement and COVID-19 response and recovery efforts
PAST GRANTEES
2020 Grantees
184 quick-action projects — including several to help communities during the COVID-19 pandemic
2018 Grantees
129 projects were funded, including an outdoor seating area (shown) in San Diego, California
2017 Grantees
88 quick-action projects were funded, including a tree-planting program in Jersey City, New Jersey (pictured)
A Photo Album
See snapshots from several grantees to learn what a few (including Manning, Iowa, above) achieved
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