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AARP Community Challenge

Our annual "quick-action" grant program funds local projects that help make communities more livable for people of all ages

Meet the 2024 AARP Community Challenge Grantees!

2024 AARP Community Challenge Grantees

Some $3.8 million is being invested across the country through 343 quick-action projects, helping urban, rural and suburban communities make immediate improvements and jump-start progress to support residents of all ages. Check out the list!

An Introduction

About the AARP Community Challenge

More than 1,300 projects have been funded since 2017

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers about the application process, eligibility rules, requirements and more

Past Grantees

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The Lists

Look up the winning grantees and projects by year

How to Use the AARP Livable Communities Map

The Map

Find grantees and projects by state or community name

Learn More

Challenge Projects About Transportation, Housing and Public Places

Read articles and watch videos about the implemented projects

See what's been achieved!

Watch videos of implemented projects and get inspired!

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Articles and more about the projects and programs funded by AARP's quick-action grants

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See what's been achieved through our subject-based photo collections

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See the grantee projects in action by watching short videos featuring local leaders and community members

Questions? Email: CommunityChallenge@AARP.org

Find This Page Again: AARP.org/CommunityChallenge

Learn when the 2025 AARP Community Challenge begins. Sign up for the free AARP Livable Communities Newsletter