AARP Community Challenge Grantees List by State Idaho Montana
AARP Community Challenge Grantees List by State Idaho-Montana AARP Livable Communities
Challenge funds will help a workplace mobility pilot program assist small businesses in making facility or mobility enhancements that increase transportation options for employees. (2021) Blaine County:
The new Wood River Valley Daffodil Festival will provide the community with a fun activity and helpful boost to the local economy. (2021) Boise/Kuna:
On October 21, 2017, the Bernie Fisher Parking Lot in downtown Kuna was transformed into a pop-up plaza project that demonstrated the benefits of public gathering places. [WWL] (2017) Boise:
Seven events will enliven the downtown with outdoor games and activities. (2022) Boise:
To support neighborhood efforts to calm traffic, this project will provide training and free loaner materials for residents to conduct pop up demonstrations in their communities. (2019) Boise:
A loudspeaker system for concerts and events will be installed at the outdoors Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial. (2022) Caldwell:
The grant will be used to improve downtown Caldwell by installing oversized games (like Jenga, cornhole and chess), mosaic tables and benches in a local plaza. (2018) Cascade:
This project includes paving a half-mile walking trail, creating year-round opportunities for outdoor exercise and nature viewing. (2020) Driggs:
The project will install one concrete outdoor foosball table and one concrete outdoor chess/game table and stools in a new public plaza space in the downtown area. (2019) Emmett:
A digital locker system will be installed outside the library so patrons can pick up and drop off materials when the building is closed. (2022) Glenns Ferry:
This grant will activate a new public space with swings, a picnic table, a shade structure and the supplies needed to assist in park construction. (2020) Hidden Springs:
The creation of an all-weather path for the Hidden Springs community and greater Treasure Valley will provide an outdoor recreational option for all ages along scenic riparian trails, a community farm and agricultural fields. (2021) Kamiah:
This grant will be used toward establishing a community gathering space for all residents, especially older adults. (2018) Lincoln County:
Challenge funds will be used to create an indoor fitness track (to be called the "Lincoln Loop") with a comfortable, accessible walking surface in a climate-controlled environment. (2021) Pocatello:
This grant will provide for a mobile "Block Party Trailer" to be utilized throughout Pocatello in order to activate existing public spaces and create new spaces for social gatherings. (2018) Pocatello:
Families will receive a raised-bed garden, soil, seeds and plants as part of a food-producing training program. (2021) Potlatch:
An historic building will be renovated and updated to offer speeder- and rail-cycle rides to the public. Accompanying activities will take visitors to the Potlatch Depot museum, increasing historical knowledge, community pride of place — and fun! (2021) Sandpoint:
To allow people of all ages and abilities to enjoy nature, this project will develop a half mile nature trail with seating in a peaceful, undeveloped setting. (2019) Victor:
A public library will undergo improvements to increase the accessibility of the building for members of the community including new steps and an outdoor area with free internet access. (2019) West Gooding:
This grant will create an accessible outdoor commons area with seating and coverings for library patrons to read outside. (2020)
A one-day event educated residents about mobility from different perspectives, including walking, bicycling, pushing a stroller and traveling in a wheelchair. (2017) Chicago:
This grant will support the installation of temporary parklets in parking lanes along a commercial corridor and sidewalk enhancements to improve pedestrian safety, community engagement and economic development. (2018) Chicago:
This project will help low-income senior homeowners make comprehensive renovations to their two-unit buildings. The improvements include making accessibility upgrades and addressing deferred maintenance which will ultimately make the buildings less costly and stressful to operate, and add a new source of income for homeowners. (2019) Chicago:
The project, "El Convivio," will add an ADA compliant planting station, outdoor kitchen area, accessible seating and a walking path and seating at a community garden. (2020) Chicago:
Grant funds will be used for a demonstration of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and for the development of model code language throughout the metropolitan area to increase awareness about and the production of this housing type. (2018) Chicago:
This grant will bridge the digital divide in North Lawndale for residents of all ages by providing free community Wi-Fi and online connectivity for residents living within a 1.5-mile radius of North Lawndale Employment Network's workforce campus. (2020) Chicago:
In collaboration with local artists, this project will create "Art Potholes" to repair streets riddled with potholes. (2019) Chicago:
A safe and inviting community space in a small public plaza called a "People Spot," which includes benches, plantings, and wayfinding and related beautification elements will be created in a high pedestrian traffic area of the Clark Street commercial corridor. (2019) Chicago and surrounds:
A new program will provide taxi and ride-sharing services to older adults in need of transportation assistance. (2022) Evanston:
This grant will create a guide to help homeowners learn about and build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on their property. (2020) Joppa: Village of Joppa
A community park will be updated with accessible seating, picnic tables, swings and other features that can be used by people of all ages and abilities. (2021) Mounds: City of Mounds
Improvements at City Park will make the restrooms ADA-compliant, add a ramp to the gazebo, and install benches and umbrella-shaded picnic tables. (2022) North Lawndale:
A vacant lot will be converted into a community garden that can provide fresh produce to residents who are living in an area with limited access to healthy food. (2021) Peoria:
The Madison Mural Project will turn an urban alley into an inviting, outdoor gathering space with seating and lighting. (2021) Rockford:
Repairs will be done to ramps, stairs, railings and porches — and connections to needed resources made — at homes in six areas with high ratios of residents age 65-plus. Other work, such as pot-hole repair, street-sign replacement and street sweeping will be done where needed. (2022) Rogers Park:
Vibrant art will be added to the crosswalks at several intersections in the core commercial area of Clark Street. (2021) Springfield:
This grant will sustain access to fresh, healthy foods in the Springfield community by improving the Old Capitol Farms Market's purchasing system, allowing older residents to shop at the market and reduce their possibility of exposure to COVID-19. (2020) Wilmette:
Volunteers and advocates demonstrated active transportation options and infrastructure by using Go Green’s “pop-up supplies” tool kit. [WWL] (2017) Woodstock:
A wide pathway of crushed limestone will be built through the deep woods in Emricson Park. Seating areas will be created along the pathway. (2022) Urbana:
Challenge funds will benefit the Growing Community Initiative, which invites local artists to design and install works of art in selected local gardens. (2021)
To improve senior-related food security while addressing volunteer and job opportunities, this project will create an urban gardening space that will provide additional food access, recreation, and income opportunities for area seniors. (2020) Evansville:
The intersection of North Main and West Michigan streets will be painted to improve visibility, and sidewalks and curbs on nearby streets — an area with a high percentage of older adults — will be repaired. (2022) Floyd County:
Grant funds will help expand on-demand transportation services for older adults and people with disabilities. (2022) Fort Wayne:
This project will make the Mount Vernon Park Neighborhood a more walkable, safe, and healthy community by installing improvements in neighborhood public spaces (community sidewalks and right of ways) that celebrate the diversity, history, and culture of the area and by hosting intergenerational community events. (2019) Fort Wayne: Three crossing areas at the southern end of the Wells Street corridor will be enhanced to improve safety. New lighting, seating and planters, events and more will draw attention to the area. (2022) Gary:
This grant will support safe biking by residents of all ages and abilities and improve connectivity between downtown venues and outdoor recreation options at the park by adding bike lanes and directional signs to a central downtown thoroughfare. (2020) Gary:
The grant will help provide for a new park on a formerly blighted vacant lot and offer free or low-cost events, programming and amenities to the general public. (2018) Indianapolis:
Grant funds will be used to offer a transit stipend and training to the older adults living in low-income housing. The goal is to increase the use of rideshare so the residents can travel independently to health care, shopping, recreation and other destinations. (2018) Indianapolis and Columbus:
This grant will provide shopping carts to help food-insecure seniors who are participating in "Senior Shopping Days" the ability to transport food from pantry sites to their vehicle without the physical strain of carrying heavy food items. (2020) Indianapolis:
Transforming a vacant lot alongside a neighborhood center will create a community orchard with native shade trees, benches and accessible pathways. (2021) Indianapolis: .
Local teenagers will create highly-visible crosswalks to provide safer paths for pedestrians in an area suffering from traffic violence. (2021) Kendallville:
An abandoned lot will be transformed into a usable park space with a stage, tables, seating and an area for food trucks and local vendors. (2021) Kokomo:
More than a dozen wayfinding signs were created and installed along the City-Line Trolley route and the Walk of Excellence Trail. (2017) Lebanon:
To help older adults attend the dozens of events The Heart of Lebanon stages downtown each year, seating and personal umbrellas (including ones that can be used as a cane) will be provided on-site. (2022) Loogootee:
A large mural by a local artist will be installed on the side of an abandoned building that's being renovated as a multi-use community space. (2021) Muncie:
In order to connect residents to the digital world in a comfortable and inviting environment, public internet access will be provided in areas inside and outside of a well-connected community center. (2020) Seymour:
An extended awning will be built outside the Anchor House food pantry/emergency shelter and a mural painted on the side of its building. The outdoor space for vendors offering supportive services will be increased. (2022) South Bend:
An alleyway connecting senior citizen apartments to the rest of the community will be transformed into a vibrant and comfortable outdoor space with benches, picnic tables, games, plants and artistic touches. (2021)
This grant will develop a portable parklet that can be moved to support social events at various locations and allow more opportunities for people of all ages to engage with each other while shopping, dining, watching parades, and enjoying popular Lawn Chair Nights. (2020) Avoca:
Grant funds will be used toward the construction of a musical park space that will feature outdoor musical instruments and a library green space that can serve as a gathering place for people of all ages and abilities. (2018) Carlisle:
To help create a more walkable and attractive community, the city installed 10 benches, 10 planters, eight bicycle racks and 20 banner-sign mounts for its trails and downtown. (2017) Clarion:
A pocket park will be constructed within the city's central business district. (2021) Des Moines:
This project aims to demonstrate smart cities innovation in rural communities by holding educational workshops on data analytics in local government, followed by an immersive quick-action demonstration project. (2019) Des Moines:
This project will help construct an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) demonstration in an existing urban neighborhood to introduce the ADU as a housing alternative for the area and lead to an increased range of housing options for the community. (2020) Des Moines:
A park and interactive trolley sculpture will be created on a vacant, long-neglected site. The revitalized space will feature informational signage about the Waveland Trolley (which ceased operations in the 1940s) and life in Des Moines during the early 20th century. (2021) Dyersville:
As part of flood recovery efforts, grant funds will support amenities for a community plaza and amphitheater created in a block of green space near downtown riverfront development. (2019) Estherville:
Playground swings suitable for users of varied ages, skills and sizes will be installed at parks throughout the city. (2021) Glidden:
This project will create a trail that will connect the city's Aquatic Center and Northland Park and will include safety features to allow for safe highway crossings as part of the trail. (2019) Greeley: City of Greeley
Decorative light poles will be installed along State Highway 38 as part of the city’s effort to create a downtown corridor. (2022) Harlan:
This project will create a StoryWalk, a trail that combines walking with stops for reading a narrative, which is an innovative way to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. (2019) Keokuk:
This grant will help convert existing tennis courts into dedicated pickleball courts. (2018) Malvern:
This project will improve two important public corridors within the community — the Wabash Trace entryway and the Art Alley — with art installations, accessible benches and landscaping. (2021) Manning:
The grant will fund decorative lighting along Main Street to increase the safety and use of public spaces along the three-block corridor. (2018) Manning:
Display cases will be installed in locations throughout the city in order to protect and share cultural items of significance to the community. (2021) Perry: )
ADA-compliant benches will be installed at city bus stops, and improved signage (including bilingual signs at designated stops) will be instituted throughout the system. Free rides will be given to passengers who are participating in a local health study. (2022) Polk County:
Older adults without a smartphone will be able to order an Uber or Lyft ride by phoning a call center. Older passengers will be provided up to eight free rides per month. (2022) Stanton:
In honor of the town’s Swedish history, Swedish-themed mile markers will be installed along the Stanton Greenbelt Trail. (2021) Toledo:
Two crosswalks, one helping connect Toledo and Tama, will be installed. Flashing yield signs and new connecting sidewalks will link the crosswalks to other walkways. (2022) Woodbine:
The grant will provide for interpretive signs to be mounted on buildings and in pocket parks along Main Street in order to share the history of the community and serve as a focal point for new walking loops throughout the downtown. (2018)
A paved path will be built at the Five Tribes Outdoor Museum Trail, connecting the parking area to trail features. (2022) Bartlett: City of Bartlett (no website)
Challenge funds will help develop a park on Main Street to encourage outdoor activities and community gatherings. (2021) Blue Rapids:
A basketball court at City Park will be turned into two pickleball courts, and an event introducing attendees to the sport will be staged. (2022) Coffeyville:
This project will help to transform a newly resurfaced sidewalk into a 2.5 mile fitness tour. (2019) Coffeyville:
This "Porchology" project will impact the way residents think about using their porches to improve their lives, homes, and neighborhoods by rebuilding four neglected dwellings with railings, trim, safe steps, porch swings, hanging plants, a birdhouse, and more. (2020) Dodge City:
Murals will be created in the downtown district reflecting the area’s history and diversity. (2022) Fort Scott:
A new park will enhance the downtown area by providing a centrally located green space for events and recreation. (2021) Gardner:
This grant will fund a pop-up demonstration of an ADA-accessible, portable parklet as part of a larger process encouraging places for people, which is a key part of Gardner's downtown revitalization strategy. (2018) Iola: A musical playground featuring outdoor, mounted instruments will be built in a flower garden on the grounds of Allen County Regional Hospital. (2022) Kansas City: New flooring, lighting, accessible seating and COVID-19 precautions will enable a community space to once again be used for events, workshops, parties and meetings. (2021) Lawrence:
This grant will enhance the usability of a successful public bus system for disabled and aging residents by installing culturally-relevant and artistic bus stops - including benches and shelters. (2020) Manhattan:
Curb extensions and pedestrian islands will be installed at key intersections to enhance pedestrian safety at crossings along popular routes. (2021) Newton:
ADA-compliant benches and educational signage will be installed at a future wetlands park located one mile from a large retirement community. Safety warnings and pavement markings will also be created. (2022) Savonburg:
A half-mile walking trail and amenities will be added to the city's community park. (2021) Shawnee Mission:
This grant will enable the expansion of BikeWalkKC to purchase smart bikes and additional equipment to increase accessibility to bikes among county residents. (2018) Topeka: .
Grant funds will be used to build a greenhouse, install ADA-compliant benches and host health and wellness events featuring medical professionals and nutritionists. (2022) Wichita:
Walk Wichita participated in Wichita’s Open Streets event in September 2017 by launching three walking tours through the PocketSights app. The tours were accessible and navigable for people with varying degrees of mobility. [WWL] (2017) Wichita:
The city will purchase 50 hotspot devices bringing the project total to 90 devices. (2019)
As part of a downtown renaissance, old wooden doors will be turned into artworks illustrating the city’s history and will then be mounted on the outer walls of existing buildings. (2022) Bowling Green:
Funds were granted to develop a mural by alumni of the Over Fifty Academy (a leadership group within the Age-Friendly Bowling Green effort) and Companions of Respected Elders, a student group at Western Kentucky University. (2017) Danville:
The grant will support the installation of the first community mural in downtown Danville and engage 1,000 residents in the design and painting of the mural. (2018) Danville:
Grant funds will help facilitate mosaic workshops with students at the Kentucky School for the Deaf with the goal of including their contributions in a large, visible piece of public artwork installed on one of the most prominent buildings in town. (2019) Dixon:
Grant funds will be used to create an outdoor seating area with benches, tables and games. (2021) Florence:
A bicycle rack and bicycle repair station will be installed in the church parking lot for use by food pantry guests, users of the church’s free shower service and all city residents. (2022) Harrodsburg:
To beautify one of Kentucky's oldest streets, long-lasting concrete planters with be installed, trees will be planted, and signs will be installed — all of which will be maintained by resident volunteers or local organizations. (2020) Hazard:
Workbenches, a 3-D printer, pipe benders and a drill press will be among the equipment purchased to bolster a program in which volunteers refurbish used medical equipment and adapt toys to aid people with disabilities. (2022) Highland Heights:
Two raised-bed planters will be built and developed, and workshops will be held to teach older adults about gardening. (2022) Lexington:
The grant will fund the development of an accessory dwelling units manual to encourage the construction of ADUs so caregivers and family members can live in close proximity of an adult in need of in-home support. (2018) Lexington:
ADA-accessible benches were placed in a U-shaped, conversation-friendly configuration in Idle Hour Park. (2017) Lexington:
To strengthen relations between grandparents and grandchildren, events at which attendees can plant trees and flower bulbs or build (or both) will be staged across the state. (2022) Lexington:
The project will provide gardening tools and resources designed for use by older adults that will be accessible to residents volunteering at a free u-pick garden. (2019) Louisville:
This project will address pedestrian safety issues by prioritizing pedestrian access to nearby amenities at a family life center and neighborhood park. Enhancements include improved visibility at crosswalks, upgrades/repairs to infrastructure and beautification. (2019) Louisville:
This grant will help improve sidewalks, pavers, benches and art to increase safety and access to green spaces and artistic places along the 9th Street corridor. (2018) Louisville:
This project will help raise awareness about the city’s efforts to increase the availability of (or ADUS). Video (2021) Louisville:
This project will support ongoing efforts to create a safer, more inviting main street by implementing plans co-created by area stakeholders, including the installation of permanent lighting; pedestrian pathways; an intergenerational, historical mural; planter boxes; signage; and more. (2020) Louisville:
To provide a safe, comfortable space for older residents who are waiting for transportation, a bus stop shelter will be installed that is both functional and visually pleasing near a popular senior center. (2020) Louisville:
A new public park in a neighborhood with high rates of poor health will receive three fitness stations. (2022) Newport:
This project will enhance access and use of current bus routes in the neighborhood by adding seating, as well as other beautification and amenities for bus stops, such as bike racks, trees, flowers and trashcans. (2019) Owensboro and Daviess Counties:
A state of the art, user-friendly audio guide will be purchased for the museum to increase accessibility and enhance the educational experience. (2021) Paducah:
Funds will be used to create a community garden with accessible walkways, ramps, and garden beds. (2021) Pikeville:
Grant funds will help create a vibrant public place — a civic plaza and outdoor arts venue — that will revitalize underutilized space in downtown. (2019) Whitesburg:
A popular trail that serves as a transportation and exercise corridor for a rural town will be updated with resurfacing, a large crosswalk, signage, stencil art and benches. (2021)
The grant will provide lighting, safe pedestrian crossings and programming for walking clubs to increase the safety and pedestrian activity near LongfellowPark. (2018) () Baton Rouge:
Several high-visibility, artistic crosswalks will be created along a core street in the capital city's downtown to improve pedestrian safety and enhance the area's appeal. (2021) Baton Rouge:
Wayfinding signage will be added to a bike and walking trail on Scotlandville Parkway, along with art that represents the area’s history and the contributions of African Americans and local veterans. (2022) Bunkie:
Plans will be drawn to convert two vacant, city-owned lots into pocket parks and at least one will be developed through the use of AARP Community Challenge funds. (2022) DeRidder:
Grant funds will be used toward the creation of faux-brick crosswalks at 17 downtown intersections and the installation of wayfinding directional signs to improve walkability and access to cultural, social and healthy foods. (2018) Erath:
Bicycle racks will be installed in the downtown and community park. (2021) New Orleans:
Six bike racks, decorative lighting and a bicycle repair station will be added along a three-block section of Kabel Drive, a commercial corridor in the Algiers neighborhood. (2022) New Orleans:
Funds will be used for installing a wheelchair lift. (2022) New Orleans:
A community garden with 20 raised-bed garden boxes will be created, and six healthy-cooking demonstrations and four health fairs will be held. (2022) New Orleans:
The construction of a footbridge and walking path connected this community fitness park to the Lafitte Greenway, an active rails-to-trails pedestrian path. In addition, FitLot coaches provided more than 36 hours of free fitness coaching to older people from a community that suffers from one of the largest health disparity gaps in the nation. [WWL] (2017) New Orleans:
Funds will help establish a community orchard and garden to be used as a gathering space for events and green infrastructure demonstration projects. (2019) New Orleans:
Funding will support intergenerational, nature-centered activities such as fishing, canoeing and hiking at the Sankofa Wetland Park and Nature Trail. (2021) Opelousas:
This project will help to create a more vibrant main street through accessible outdoor seating for four public gathering spaces, picnic tables that allow wheelchair access, and ADA benches. (2019) Shreveport:
ADA compliant tables will be installed to complete the Art Bosque Food Truck Court with outdoor seating, giving neighbors and community a gathering place to connect with friends and embrace healthy living. (2020) Tallulah:
Funds will be used to create new crosswalks designed to beautify the area, help increase physical activity, and draw attention to the crosswalks for drivers who may not be familiar with the area. (2019) Thibodaux:
Benches and bicycle racks will be installed downtown and along the Menard Pedestrian Bike Trail. (2022) Ville Platte:
A mural, lighting and benches will be installed on Main Street to commemorate the local Tee Cotton Bowl, an annual high school football game and week-long event (recently featured in the PBS documentary ) promoting racial reconciliation. (2021) West Baton Rouge:
The AARP grant will be used for photography and creative writing workshops at the West Baton Rouge Museum. (2021)
Projects in three communities will improve pedestrian safety by increasing crosswalk visibility, shortening crossings and calming traffic. These short-term demonstrations are critical first steps toward installing permanent pedestrian safety enhancements. (2020) Bangor:
The safety and functionality of the Kenduskeag Stream Trail will be improved by widening the trail, installing ADA-compliant benches and improving signage. A structural assessment of one bridge will be conducted. (2022) Bath:
Outdoor chess-and-checker tables will be installed in a public plaza and along downtown streets. (2021) Bath:
A multimedia package informing recipients about will be produced. (2022) Bath:
The Whiskeag Trail will be widened and stabilized; bridges will be widened, with ramps added; ADA-compliant benches will be installed; and an emergency system will be updated. (2022) Belfast:
This project will help create and enhance public spaces within two libraries in the community by making repairs, beautifying the spaces and increasing accessibility. (2019) Bethel:
The grant was used to construct a display and kit featuring tools and household accessories that can make a home safer and help prevent falls. (2017) Bethel Region:
The Bethel Region Age-Friendly Community Initiative — in collaboration with the Bethel Congo Crafters, the Bethel Area Arts and Music Program and the Gem Theater — will install decorative wooden benches and picnic tables in well-trafficked outdoor areas in six regional towns. (2021) Blue Hill:
This project will support the development of a Traveling Tool Table — a collection of useful, affordable devices to help older people remain independent — that will be launched at local libraries, some of the most popular gathering places in the community. (2019) Blue Hill:
The grant will support the construction of a new age-friendly trail in Blue Hill in order to increase connectivity in the traditional downtown and adjacent areas. (2018) Bowdoinham:
Raised planters were constructed for residents who had stopped gardening because they were unable to keep a traditional, in-the-ground garden. [WWL] (2017) Central Maine:
Theatrical performances about challenges experienced by older adults will be staged at venues across central Maine. (Read an article about interactive theater and this grantee.) (2022)_ Danforth:
The city’s Livable Communities Center will be brought up to ADA standards with a new front walkway and entryway and a renovation of its stairwell. (2022) Dexter:
This project will create “Pop-Up Universities” to provide older adults with meaningful activities as well as make improvements to increase seating at Wayside Park, which will enable people with mobility challenges to be able to navigate the park and enjoy public events. (2020) Eastport:
The grant will provide for the installation of outdoor musical instruments in Cony Park, further activating the public space and encouraging people of all ages to play music. (2018) Eliot:
Residents will benefit from a more vibrant public park when five new benches are installed, and provide spots for people to rest during exercise or strolls along the river. (2020) Freeport:
The town will bring the community together for an outdoor event featuring a hot air balloon experience for people of all ages and physical abilities. (2021) Fryeburg:
The community will create a recreation trail designed to be easily walkable by older adults and those with mobility challenges. The path will ultimately be a one-mile loop trail that features a pedestrian bridge, benches and signage for people of all ages to enjoy. (2020) Gardiner:
This grant will help in developing a pop-up demonstration near the public library of different sidewalk treatments in order to engage input prior to any permanent improvements being made as part of Gardiner's age-friendly plan. (2018) Hallowell:
The purchase and installation of a 24-foot-long aluminum ramp will allow convenient and easy access to Hallowell’s busy waterfront bulkhead for older adults, people with mobility challenges, young children and those with strollers. (2020) Liberty:
To increase safe access to swimming and easy entry into two public swimming areas, new steps, handrails and other amenities will be added. Picnic tables and benches will also be installed to encourage the public to gather and spend time in these natural outdoor spaces. (2020) Limestone:
The improvements to the Bike & Walking Trail will help increase use of the paved, lit trail, residents' movement and health, and opportunities for community member engagement. (2020) Millinocket:
An outdoor event provided residents with an intergenerational social and recreational outing during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. The new Long Acre Trail was dotted with storyboards for StoryWalk, an activity in which hikers can read a story while advancing along the trail. (2020) Mount Vernon:
To help residents age in place, grant funds will go toward a Tool Library to provide easy access to tools, especially for older adults in the community and volunteers who assist them. (2019) North Yarmouth:
The department installed Knox Home Box key safes outside the homes of older residents so first responders can access a key or code for rapid entry into the home in case of an emergency. [WWL] (2017) Old Orchard Beach:
This project will contribute to community efforts to revitalize and re-energize an entire block by engaging the neighborhood in a collaborative effort to clean up, restore, and refresh Atlantic Courts Park and Washington Ave district, including a walkable sidewalk demonstration. (2019) Portland:
Purchasing portable ramps will improve accessibility to town gathering spaces, services and amenities for residents and visitors with mobility challenges.(2022) Portland:
This project will upgrade a rustic trail in an urban greenspace into a trail that is accessible to wheelchairs and people of different abilities and improve access to walking, cycling options, and areas of natural beauty. (2019) Portland:
The grant-funded project will activate blighted alleyways with murals that use old doors, lighting, greenery and creative overhead treatments to turn the corridors into engaging multiactivity spaces. (2021) Presque Isle:
The improvements to the Bike & Walking Trail will help increase use of the paved, lit trail, residents' movement and health, and opportunities for community member engagement. (2019)
Rangeley:
A program providing free rides to people are 50 or older in this rural community will be maintained and expanded, partly with the addition of seven volunteer drivers. (2022) Raymond:
The grant will fund a new intergenerational, adaptive garden to promote activity and engagement among all age groups and provide food for the local food pantry. (2018) Readfield:
The grant will allow the community to revitalize an intergenerational outdoor space to include seating, bike racks and picnic tables at the historic Readfield Fairgrounds. (2018) Readfield:
Funding will be used to create a kayak dock, provide outdoor seating at the library and local beach, and acquire equipment for curbside deliveries at the community food pantry. (2021) Saco:
The grant funding will enable the city to install ADA-compliant beach mats and devices to improve mobility and accessibility to local beaches for all. (2018) Scarborough:
Three community gardens, two of which are used exclusively to feed undernourished residents, will gain funding, as will a program that provides supplemental heating assistance and home repairs to older adults. (2022) Searsmont:
A portion of an existing riverfront trail will receive new seating, trailhead kiosks with information about the area and new accessible parking spots. (2022) South Portland:
By demonstrating street-level safety features (such as lane delineators, signage and curb extensions), this project will improve pedestrian and bicycle safety, increase crosswalk visibility, shorten street crossing distances and calm traffic. (2021) South Portland:
A will be conducted to identify ways to improve safety on the Green Belt Trail. Signage will also be installed, and a program on the correct use of the trail will be produced for Access TV. (2022) Sullivan:
A vacant lot adjacent to a playground will be used for a walking trail and fitness stations. (2021) Surry:
Signage will be added along Route 172 to slow speeding traffic by drivers who are often unaware of the small town’s presence as they shuttle between Ellsworth and Blue Hill. (2022) Wayne:
Two flashing traffic signs and two “Stop for Pedestrians” signs were purchased and installed along a busy roadway. [WWL] (2017) Wayne:
To help protect pedestrians and drivers, crossing signals equipped with flashing beacons and arrows will be installed in the community's downtown. (2021)
Funding will allow the community to install artistic bike racks throughout the arts district to encourage a safer, more bikeable community for all ages. (2018) Baltimore:
An abandoned home will be renovated and given away, mortgage free, to someone 50 or older who has never owned a home. (2022) Baltimore:
A mosaic of glass and ceramic will be created by city residents at a series of workshops, then displayed outside the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus. (2022) Baltimore:
As part of a smart city initiative, an online tool will be developed that will allow residents and businesses to more easily access and use city services — for example, apply for government services and pay taxes — that can improve their daily lives. This tool will empower all city residents so that they have an efficient, meaningful experience when they engage with government. (2019) Baltimore:
A memorial park for the first female firefighter in Maryland to die in the line of duty is being created for multi-generational use by local residents. Necessary infrastructure will be purchased and installed to help make the creation of this park a reality. (2020) Baltimore:
This project will create a community network to build the capacity of older adults to engage in public policy and knowledge-sharing discussions focused on housing, advocacy and consumer issues. (2021) Baltimore:
A community garden in a low-income neighborhood will be upgraded and made more accessible with the creation of a rain garden and installation of a permeable paver path, a picnic table, lighting and a canopy. (2022) Baltimore:
As part of a long-term infrastructure improvement project, a pop-up demonstration park event was held at an intersection in need of safety enhancements. [WWL] (2017) Baltimore:
Bee Safe, a crosswalk art project, will engage local teens and other residents to design and create artistic crosswalks that will slow traffic, increase the safety of crossings for school children and celebrate neighborhood identity. (2021) Baltimore:
New volunteers and older-adult participants will be recruited for a program begun in 2020 in which the former accompany the latter to medical appointments. (2022) Baltimore: and
"Sunday in the Street" will convert streets in Fells Point to a car-free community space twice a month, allowing the residents and visitors to enjoy all that the area has to offer in a protected setting closed to motorized traffic. (2019) Baltimore:
A two-story structure will be built to house equipment at a community garden and provide gathering space for a program in which teens remove trash, mow lawns, plant trees and tend other gardens. (2022) Berlin:
This grant will allow the town to purchase tables and seating to be set up during events that occur on Main Street, providing a place to sit for older residents and strengthening community engagement. (2018) District Heights:
Grant funding will be used to improve an outdoor space with new amenities to promote community engagement for all ages. (2018) Hagerstown:
This rural county will develop a mobile program to connect isolated clients with staff who can provide in-person services and resources. (2020) Howard County:
“Little Free Pantries” stocked with non-perishable grocery items will be installed in neighborhoods with high levels of food insecurity. (2021) Hyattsville:
This project will help increase digital literacy, knowledge of and access to services by integrating an app with local services and teaching residents how to use it to report community resource gaps to local policymakers. (2020) Severna Park:
Funding from this grant will be used to install new pedestrian controlled crosswalk warning systems and intersections connected to a Rails-to-Trails project, making the area safer for pedestrians of all ages. (2018)
This project will be used toward wayfinding components of the that helps to improve quality of life for residents, provide new recreational and educational opportunities, and contribute to the town's economic vitality. (2019) Beverly:
Fifty senior residents will have raised garden beds installed and planted with flowers and vegetable plants in front of their homes. To combat social isolation, they’ll be matched with local families who will visit and assist with the gardening. (2020) Boston:
Age-friendly benches will be installed in each of the main street districts to help engage older residents and enhance local economic activity. This project will go toward developing a framework for a sustainable city-wide bench program that addresses longer-term issues of installation and maintenance. (2019) Boston: The Boston Public Library will add locations to its free, 24-hour Outdoor Wi-Fi Program so people can access high-speed internet services through workstations located outside of library buildings. (2021) Boston:
A hazardous walkway will be repaired at Southwest Corridor Community Farm, and four raised-bed gardens will be built for disabled gardeners at Savin & Maywood Community Garden. (2022) Boston:
The institute will build and install raised "Grow Boxes" for residents hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic so they can grow fresh, healthy food. (2021) Brockton:
The East Bridgewater community will better connect its residents with local trails by installing wayfinding signage, ADA-compliant benches and accessible pathways along the Hiking Viking Trail. (2018) Chelsea:
Using community designed public art and quick build place-making tools, this project will beautify and activate one full city block on Division Street. This is the first important step to link the heart of downtown with the waterfront via a low stress neighborway street. (2019) Chelmsford:
Indigenous people’s contributions to the area’s development will be acknowledged with 11 informational kiosks and five freestanding mini libraries, plus programs focusing on the arts and history. (2022) Greenfield:
A parking lot will be transformed into a vibrant pocket park and community gathering spot in the center of the downtown area. Plans include the creation of a rain garden, a new bench at an existing bus stop, a chess table with chairs and a bike pump/repair station. (2020) Lynn:
This project will construct and activate a custom parklet program, creating public space platforms that convert curbside parking and other elements of the streetscape into vibrant community spaces. (2019) Lynn:
The funded project will improve public access and amenities and provide arts and cultural programming at two downtown public spaces, enabling safe outdoor gatherings for the community’s diverse population of older adults. (2021) Middlesex County:
Challenge funds will help in the creation of Clear Path's Memorial Courtyard, which will serve as an outdoor space "where Veterans, families, and the general public can reflect, remember and enjoy the enduring spirit of the United States Military." (2021) Natick:
The council developed and promoted changes to address the specific mobility, recreational and logistical needs of older adults so they could use local off-road trails. [WWL] (2017) Roxbury and North Dorchester:
Dynamic virtual spaces for intergenerational dialogue will be created so residents can connect online to address community issues, attend workshops and join support groups. (2020) Springfield:
This grant will be used to pilot bench installations around bus stops to enable better travel experiences for seniors and disabled individuals who use public transit. (2018) South Dennis:
In a corner on the Center for Active Living grounds, six raised-bed gardens and two ADA-compliant benches will be places on a new concrete surface. (2022) Stoneham:
Grant funds were used to build an intergenerational community garden. (2017) Westford:
This grant will serve older adults by being used to purchase tools and supplies in order to deliver critical home repairs to low-income homeowners. (2018) Westport:
A fixed-route transportation service for older adults will be established, operating one day per week between common shopping, banking and medical destinations in this rural community. (2022) Worcester:
Bicycling will be encouraged by pairing 20 teenaged cyclists with 20 older recipients in an ongoing program that awards free e-bikes. There will also be five bicycle workshops as well as group rides. (2022)
Artistic bicycle stands were installed to provide secure bike parking and encourage people to pedal rather than drive. (2017) Detroit:
An ADA-compliant boardwalk plus a deck with benches will be installed near Mission Point, a nursing and rehabilitation facility. (2022) Detroit:
This grant will help create a multigenerational community-built playground in an area currently without any safe, nearby play resources. (2018) Detroit:
Designed to develop an innovative transportation model for seniors, veterans and the disabled, this pilot project will deploy electric autonomous passenger shuttles for the purpose of medical appointments, pharmacy visits and community shopping. (2019) Detroit:
An abandoned apartment complex with be rehabilitated by recent parolees and adults over 50, teaching them construction and social skills. (2022) East Lansing:
A remotely conducted Senior Ambassador and Lifelong Learning Program will be developed and piloted. Data collection will focus on the impact of virtual social programs on social isolation, loneliness and quality of life in older adults. (2020) Flint:
With the help of the city, a university and a foundation, a Flint neighborhood will renovate a park by installing lights and a footbridge that connects residents to the downtown area. (2018) Genesee County:
The project will recruit volunteers and install raised-beds at community gardens at food banks and centers for older adults. (2022) Grand Rapids: (partnered with )
Five ADA-approved benches will be placed along a business corridor, accommodating residents with limited mobility, and increasing access to a city pathway. (2020) Hamtramck:
This project will create more equitable access to city services by providing multi-lingual information about low-cost transportation options and installing bus benches at locations frequented by older adults and children. (2021) Hamtramck:
Challenge funds will be used to temporarily tranform a downtown alley into a pedestrian-friendly route and community gathering space. Feedback from the short-term project will be used to inform the final design. (2021) Lansing:
A bike repair station will be installed in Hunter Park allowing community members, neighbors and visitors to the area to service their bicycles independently. (2019) Lansing:
The roundabout at Harding and Pershing avenues will gain traffic delineators, and the sidewalk at its perimeter will be painted. Two bike racks will be installed nearby. (2022) Madison Heights:
An accessible outdoor area featuring benches, a greenhouse and a gazebo will be created at a community center. (2021) Mason County:
Picnic tables will be installed on the grounds of Big Sable Lighthouse to provide a place for visitors to rest. (2022) Rochester Hills:
Grant funds will provide for an intergenerational outdoor exercise space to include equipment, a water fountain and benches. (2018) Wayne:
An underutilized alleyway owned by the city was transformed into a gathering and event space. (2017) Statewide:
Communities throughout the state will have access to a lending library of bike safety items, including separators for protected bike lanes and curb extenders for use in piloting and testing local infrastructure improvements. (2021)
This project will provide portable pathways, accessibility mats and seating in event and outdoor spaces. (2021) Burnsville:
This grant will help to install vibrant crosswalks and pedestrian safety measures at an intersection identified by the community as needing improvements. (2018)
Duluth:
Teams of participants will design solutions that will make the city more age friendly. Areas of focus will include housing, transportation and more. Falcon Heights:
This project will provide groundbreaking, garden enhancement, soil testing and a foundational level of planting and pathway creation for a new public space and peace garden, created to memorialize Philando Castile and unify and restore the community. (2020) Friendship Park:
A pocket park in a diverse, low-income, multigenerational neighborhood will be improved by new trees, seating and a multilingual information kiosk. (2021) Grand Rapids: and
This project will create a focal point for pedestrian use of a river bank near downtown by installing public art, a map kiosk, and benches to encourage socialization and connection among people of all ages and abilities. (2019) Hibbing:
This project will provide sheltered seating at a market entrance and help older adults by providing them with a weekly supply of fresh fruits and vegetables through the Senior Power of Produce program. (2021) Luverne:
Improvements will be made to the Prairie Ally Outdoor Center by adding three commissioned sculptural trellises to the whole food forest and two circular picnic tables, allowing for people across generations to explore, sit and connect and enjoy nature. (2020) McLeod County:
Transit tokens will be distributed to older adults and disabled people in residential facilities, and childcare providers will receive passes allowing them to take children in their care to such facilities, promoting intergenerational contact. Minneapolis:
This grant will provide support to deliver a mobile workshop in eight communities across Minnesota designed to help community leaders make their neighborhoods more accessible and bikeable. (2018) Minneapolis: The network of “mobility hubs” — spots around town that aid travelers — will be bolstered with improved signage and seating, and local ambassadors will be hired to educate residents about their use. (2022) Minneapolis: and
A showcase accessory dwelling unit will be built and a multimedia campaign explaining the benefits of this compact housing type will be produced. (2022) New Ulm:
This grant will enable the installation of two benches — each featuring historical information — and a table to foster connectivity and social interaction in the historic downtown and add stops to a self-guided walking tour of the area. (2018) Northfield: and
To encourage attendance by older adults and people with mobility challenges, this project will improve access to the city's numerous outdoor events by providing seating positioned and reserved specifically for seniors and handicapped individuals. (2019) Princeton:
The Bike Assist Program will offer an electric hybrid cargo bike to families for a wider variety of transportation opportunities. (2022) St. Paul:
The city made crosswalks more visible to roadway users by adding art and creative features and installed, for demonstration purposes, temporary pedestrian safety elements to improve walkability. (2017) St. Paul:
Funding will be used to beautify recently installed traffic circles with gardens to accompany pedestrian and bicycle improvements. (2018) St. Paul:
Permanent message centers, used to display multilingual community and events information, were installed along the Rice Street corridor in the North End (2017) St. Paul:
Benches with art embedded in them will be installed for visitors to enjoy the Trout Brook Nature Sanctuary better and have a place to rest, enjoy the outdoors and have social connections. (2020) St. Paul:
A diverse collection of people will be engaged to help improve housing in the community and learn how to address the policies, economics and systems through which the housing crisis was constructed. (2020) St. Paul:
This project will create an improved pedestrian path buffered by raised planters, enhancing pedestrian accessibility and safety for residents and shoppers reliant on walking and transit. (2019) St. Paul:
Artistic benches, a mural and creative crosswalks will be installed to connect underserved residents (many of whom are older adults, people with disabilities or people of color) along the shortest path to a light rail station. (2021) Shakopee:
A thriving community garden needs to be moved from its current location due to a new development. This project will allow the city to convert a vacant lot into a more centrally located and accessible space. (2021) Twin Cities region:
Homes of low-income owners will be rehabbed, including weatherstripping; the construction of accessibility ramps, stairs and walkways; and landscaping or yard renewal. (2022) Vergas:
Three-quarters of an acre of city-owned land will be turned into a veterans memorial with full ADA compliance. (2022) Wadena County and the cities of Brainerd, Cass Lake, Little Falls and Long Prairie:
Transit passes, transit training and memberships to a health and wellness center will be provided to 50 low-income seniors, veterans and members of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. (2021)
A community garden that supplies fresh produce to low and moderate-income families will receive new fencing, and hoop houses so produce can be grown year-round. (2020) Gulfport:
The grant was used to create Bark Park on an acre of property at the new Brickyard Bayou Park, which is located in a part of the city that was devastated during Hurricane Katrina. [WWL] (2017) Gulfport:
Funding will be used to create an outdoor interactive classroom with nature trails, educational play structures and a small amphitheater in a new park located in a low-income area that was struck by Hurricane Katrina. (2018) Gulfport:
This project will add a safe weather pavilion and benches at a new bike trail system in Brickyard Bayou Park which is an area being revitalized since it was ravaged by flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. (2019) Hattiesburg: Hattiesburg Landmark Preservation, Inc. (no website)
This project will make culturally enriching improvements to Duncan Lake Park in Downtown Hattiesburg by painting a mural on the recreation building, restoring seating and providing free arts programming. (2021) Hattiesburg: Hattiesburg Landmark Preservation
At a public school/park, AARP funds will contribute to improvements in the basketball court, the addition of four age-friendly benches at a walking track and two murals. (2022) Jackson:
The City of Jackson will use Open Streets design practices to engage residents of the downtown community by activating new public spaces for people of all ages to interact with each other. Designing a parklet with a large mural backdrop and ground mural for safe crossing will enhance public safety by improving pedestrian accessibility. (2019) Jackson:
Grant money will be used to install pedestrian-oriented infrastructure, such as seating, bike storage, planters and more to make the area safer and better connect a three block area in the downtown. (2018)
Jackson:
The Museum Trail will be upgraded with the addition of two gathering places, a mural, seating and lighting. (2022) Jackson:
Overgrown vacant lots in a neighborhood will be turned into community gardens, and walking parks featuring benches and public art and residents will also be provided with paint and pressure washing services to restore the beauty of their older homes. (2020) Jackson:
Challenge funds will be used to design, develop and implement an accessible wayfinding system for Jackson’s new multiuse trail corridor. (2021) Macon: The Macon Welcome Center will become a fully functional community center with the addition of computers, food prep equipment, audio video equipment and the hiring of several staff members. (2022) Ocean Springs:
The grant will be used to improve pedestrian safety on one of the city's busiest avenues and complete a pocket park located in an underused parking lot. (2021) Starkville:
This beautification project will make improvements and repairs to a busy transportation corridor through middle Starkville, enhancing pedestrian safety and overall experience along this travel route. (2019) Waynesboro:
The library will purchase 11 GrandPads, a tablet designed for older adults; they will then be available for checking out, just like books. Computer classes will also be offered, and a special staff member will provide tech support. (2022)
Traffic calming demonstrations will address many of the infrastructure gaps that undermine the safety of pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users. A lending library of street safety supplies will be created for use during future "pop-up" projects. (2021) East St. Louis:
Grant funds will be used to transform a transit station into an active space that promotes bus and light-rail use, supports creative play and celebrates the history and culture of East St. Louis. (2021) Kansas City:
Four commercial grade dusk-to-dawn solar lights will illuminate an ADA-compliant path in a pocket park to enhance safety, walkability and accessibility for community residents. (2020) Kansas City:
A two-mile sidewalk will be enhanced with new bike racks and benches to meet community needs during COVID-19. The project also includes activities to engage residents with free programs that will provide cleaning/personal items and fresh food. (2020) Kansas City:
As part of the city's broader Complete Streets efforts, this grant will fund the installation of an enhanced crosswalk, parking, protected bike lanes and floating bus stops to promote safety and more pedestrian activity along Oak Street. (2018) Kansas City: This project will completely refresh and overhaul Major Murray Davis Park by working with residents to identify and complete park improvements. (2021) Raymore:
Through this grant, a new paved and stamped crosswalk will be added on Municipal Circle to improve safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists, and increase connectivity between nearby civic buildings. (2018) Raytown:
This project will provide amenities to encourage residents of all ages to use the Rock Island Trail by developing interactive areas for residents to rest, engage in bicycle maintenance, hydrate, and procure useful, relevant information about the community. (2019) St. Louis:
Funding will help build and creatively paint two crosswalks on a prominent boulevard where there are long stretches with no designated pedestrian crossings. (2022) St. Louis County:
Accessible seating, a UV-protective shade and a mural examining local history will be installed at the North Hanley Transit Center. (2022) St. Louis:
Two areas designed for peaceful reflection will be built within a community garden — one with a wooden arbor and vining fruit, the other with a fountain and Zimbabwean sculpture. Both will include seating. (2022) St. Louis:
A garden will be restored to serve as a gathering place and provide residents with opportunities to volunteer by repairing and painting garden beds, adding new trees and plants, a bike rack, Artscape and pergola with benches. (2020) St. Louis:
Grant funds will be used to alter a closed portion of Laclede Avenue to install a "parklet" with public seating, placemaking, and planters. These improvements will shorten the crossing distance for pedestrians, offer a safe resting place for cyclists, and create a new, inviting public space for customers and visitors. (2019) St. Louis:
Pop-up demonstrations were used to build support for the development of improved public transit. (2017) Springfield: The Inclusion Mural project will increase the visibility of area businesses and organizations while providing places for people to sit, interact and spend time outdoors. (2021) Warrensburg:
A downtown alley will be activated and improved by volunteers who will install lighting, new seating, flowers and planters, public art and enhanced safety to become a vibrant public space. (2020) Webb City:
A cement ramp leading to the Frisco Trail will be built along with infrastructure to help people of all abilities enjoy the trail and cross the adjacent road. (2022)
This project will allow the purchase of ADA-compliant accessible picnic tables with attached benches enhancing the dining experience of senior residents, enriching their event experience through socialization. (2019) Bozeman:
New and existing public transportation routes will be showcased for the community through a pop-up project which will install temporary doors placed at various bus stops in the city to enable residents to visualize new/adjusted transit routes. (2020) Bozeman:
A traffic calming project — including improvements to pedestrian crossings, curb extensions and traffic circles — will offer an opportunity for continued engagement with neighborhood groups to optimize designs that make their streets friendlier for all. (2019) Bozeman: and
A mobile tool kit for pop-up projects was created to showcase how temporary demonstrations can help improve streets for travel by foot, bicycle, bus, wheelchair and other means. [WWL] (2017) Browning:
This grant will provide for fencing, trees, flowers and canopy swings in order to create an outdoor space that can facilitate story-telling and socializing on Blackfeet Native American tribal land. (2018) Cascade:
An ADA-compliant picnic and walled sitting area tables, flower planters and a flag pole will be created for all generations and abilities to enjoy. (2020) Cut Bank:
An underused dog park will receive a walking path, ADA-compliant benches and two shade structures. (2022) Deer Lodge:
Grant funds were used to connect the commercial district that includes the Deer Lodge Medical Center with parks and residential neighborhoods. (2017) Flathead Indian Reservation:
A greenhouse and adjacent garden will be created and supplied with soil, cultivation materials and other necessities. The resulting produce will be given to meal programs and individual families. (2022) Great Falls: Challenge funds will support educational opportunities and resources for businesses, civic groups and nonprofits dedicated to social equity and inclusion. (2021) Helena:
This grant will fund a transportable demonstration kit to educate people about bicycle lanes, parklets, roundabouts, crosswalks and other transportation safety initiatives. (2018) Helena:
A community-driven project will enliven an underserved neighborhood with artistic benches, lighting, planter boxes, bicycle racks and public art. (2021) Missoula:
This project will help create an accessible public gathering space with parklets, seating, art, bike parking and curb extensions along with temporary safety installations at busy intersections. (2020) Missoula:
The funding was used to show how pedestrian-oriented infrastructure improves public safety, creates a sense of place and provides opportunities for people to gather and interact. (2017) Missoula:
Grant funds will be used to improve public health in the city by supporting the Rx Trails Program with new signage, mile markers, benches and maps. (2018) Missoula:
By adding a new ADA-compliant covering for the entrance to a cave maintained by the state park system, this project will expand guided recreation to people with physical disabilities who have traditionally been left out of caving, spelunking, and speleology activities. (2019) Ravalli County:
Older adults will serve as hosts of community gardens in their own yards or elsewhere. Teen volunteers will maintain the gardens, with hosts doing the watering and receiving a share of the produce. The rest will be donated. (2022) Roundup:
Volunteers will install benches and tables along Main Street and at a new welcome plaza. (2021) Three Forks:
A new loop trail with connections to existing infrastructure will be constructed to provide a walkable and bicycle-friendly way for people to enjoy the outdoors. (2020) Virginia City:
Public meetings will be held and a survey conducted to determine needs to improve accessibility at the library. (2022)
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AARP Community Challenge Grantees List by State Idaho-Montana
More than 1 000 projects have been funded since our quick-action grant program began in 2017
Here's our complete state-by-state list of the AARP Community Challenge grants that have been awarded since our quick-action grant program began in 2017.Ada County:
Challenge funds will help a workplace mobility pilot program assist small businesses in making facility or mobility enhancements that increase transportation options for employees. (2021) Blaine County:
The new Wood River Valley Daffodil Festival will provide the community with a fun activity and helpful boost to the local economy. (2021) Boise/Kuna:
On October 21, 2017, the Bernie Fisher Parking Lot in downtown Kuna was transformed into a pop-up plaza project that demonstrated the benefits of public gathering places. [WWL] (2017) Boise:
Seven events will enliven the downtown with outdoor games and activities. (2022) Boise:
To support neighborhood efforts to calm traffic, this project will provide training and free loaner materials for residents to conduct pop up demonstrations in their communities. (2019) Boise:
A loudspeaker system for concerts and events will be installed at the outdoors Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial. (2022) Caldwell:
The grant will be used to improve downtown Caldwell by installing oversized games (like Jenga, cornhole and chess), mosaic tables and benches in a local plaza. (2018) Cascade:
This project includes paving a half-mile walking trail, creating year-round opportunities for outdoor exercise and nature viewing. (2020) Driggs:
The project will install one concrete outdoor foosball table and one concrete outdoor chess/game table and stools in a new public plaza space in the downtown area. (2019) Emmett:
A digital locker system will be installed outside the library so patrons can pick up and drop off materials when the building is closed. (2022) Glenns Ferry:
This grant will activate a new public space with swings, a picnic table, a shade structure and the supplies needed to assist in park construction. (2020) Hidden Springs:
The creation of an all-weather path for the Hidden Springs community and greater Treasure Valley will provide an outdoor recreational option for all ages along scenic riparian trails, a community farm and agricultural fields. (2021) Kamiah:
This grant will be used toward establishing a community gathering space for all residents, especially older adults. (2018) Lincoln County:
Challenge funds will be used to create an indoor fitness track (to be called the "Lincoln Loop") with a comfortable, accessible walking surface in a climate-controlled environment. (2021) Pocatello:
This grant will provide for a mobile "Block Party Trailer" to be utilized throughout Pocatello in order to activate existing public spaces and create new spaces for social gatherings. (2018) Pocatello:
Families will receive a raised-bed garden, soil, seeds and plants as part of a food-producing training program. (2021) Potlatch:
An historic building will be renovated and updated to offer speeder- and rail-cycle rides to the public. Accompanying activities will take visitors to the Potlatch Depot museum, increasing historical knowledge, community pride of place — and fun! (2021) Sandpoint:
To allow people of all ages and abilities to enjoy nature, this project will develop a half mile nature trail with seating in a peaceful, undeveloped setting. (2019) Victor:
A public library will undergo improvements to increase the accessibility of the building for members of the community including new steps and an outdoor area with free internet access. (2019) West Gooding:
This grant will create an accessible outdoor commons area with seating and coverings for library patrons to read outside. (2020)
Batavia:
A one-day event educated residents about mobility from different perspectives, including walking, bicycling, pushing a stroller and traveling in a wheelchair. (2017) Chicago:
This grant will support the installation of temporary parklets in parking lanes along a commercial corridor and sidewalk enhancements to improve pedestrian safety, community engagement and economic development. (2018) Chicago:
This project will help low-income senior homeowners make comprehensive renovations to their two-unit buildings. The improvements include making accessibility upgrades and addressing deferred maintenance which will ultimately make the buildings less costly and stressful to operate, and add a new source of income for homeowners. (2019) Chicago:
The project, "El Convivio," will add an ADA compliant planting station, outdoor kitchen area, accessible seating and a walking path and seating at a community garden. (2020) Chicago:
Grant funds will be used for a demonstration of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and for the development of model code language throughout the metropolitan area to increase awareness about and the production of this housing type. (2018) Chicago:
This grant will bridge the digital divide in North Lawndale for residents of all ages by providing free community Wi-Fi and online connectivity for residents living within a 1.5-mile radius of North Lawndale Employment Network's workforce campus. (2020) Chicago:
In collaboration with local artists, this project will create "Art Potholes" to repair streets riddled with potholes. (2019) Chicago:
A safe and inviting community space in a small public plaza called a "People Spot," which includes benches, plantings, and wayfinding and related beautification elements will be created in a high pedestrian traffic area of the Clark Street commercial corridor. (2019) Chicago and surrounds:
A new program will provide taxi and ride-sharing services to older adults in need of transportation assistance. (2022) Evanston:
This grant will create a guide to help homeowners learn about and build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on their property. (2020) Joppa: Village of Joppa
A community park will be updated with accessible seating, picnic tables, swings and other features that can be used by people of all ages and abilities. (2021) Mounds: City of Mounds
Improvements at City Park will make the restrooms ADA-compliant, add a ramp to the gazebo, and install benches and umbrella-shaded picnic tables. (2022) North Lawndale:
A vacant lot will be converted into a community garden that can provide fresh produce to residents who are living in an area with limited access to healthy food. (2021) Peoria:
The Madison Mural Project will turn an urban alley into an inviting, outdoor gathering space with seating and lighting. (2021) Rockford:
Repairs will be done to ramps, stairs, railings and porches — and connections to needed resources made — at homes in six areas with high ratios of residents age 65-plus. Other work, such as pot-hole repair, street-sign replacement and street sweeping will be done where needed. (2022) Rogers Park:
Vibrant art will be added to the crosswalks at several intersections in the core commercial area of Clark Street. (2021) Springfield:
This grant will sustain access to fresh, healthy foods in the Springfield community by improving the Old Capitol Farms Market's purchasing system, allowing older residents to shop at the market and reduce their possibility of exposure to COVID-19. (2020) Wilmette:
Volunteers and advocates demonstrated active transportation options and infrastructure by using Go Green’s “pop-up supplies” tool kit. [WWL] (2017) Woodstock:
A wide pathway of crushed limestone will be built through the deep woods in Emricson Park. Seating areas will be created along the pathway. (2022) Urbana:
Challenge funds will benefit the Growing Community Initiative, which invites local artists to design and install works of art in selected local gardens. (2021)
Center Township:
To improve senior-related food security while addressing volunteer and job opportunities, this project will create an urban gardening space that will provide additional food access, recreation, and income opportunities for area seniors. (2020) Evansville:
The intersection of North Main and West Michigan streets will be painted to improve visibility, and sidewalks and curbs on nearby streets — an area with a high percentage of older adults — will be repaired. (2022) Floyd County:
Grant funds will help expand on-demand transportation services for older adults and people with disabilities. (2022) Fort Wayne:
This project will make the Mount Vernon Park Neighborhood a more walkable, safe, and healthy community by installing improvements in neighborhood public spaces (community sidewalks and right of ways) that celebrate the diversity, history, and culture of the area and by hosting intergenerational community events. (2019) Fort Wayne: Three crossing areas at the southern end of the Wells Street corridor will be enhanced to improve safety. New lighting, seating and planters, events and more will draw attention to the area. (2022) Gary:
This grant will support safe biking by residents of all ages and abilities and improve connectivity between downtown venues and outdoor recreation options at the park by adding bike lanes and directional signs to a central downtown thoroughfare. (2020) Gary:
The grant will help provide for a new park on a formerly blighted vacant lot and offer free or low-cost events, programming and amenities to the general public. (2018) Indianapolis:
Grant funds will be used to offer a transit stipend and training to the older adults living in low-income housing. The goal is to increase the use of rideshare so the residents can travel independently to health care, shopping, recreation and other destinations. (2018) Indianapolis and Columbus:
This grant will provide shopping carts to help food-insecure seniors who are participating in "Senior Shopping Days" the ability to transport food from pantry sites to their vehicle without the physical strain of carrying heavy food items. (2020) Indianapolis:
Transforming a vacant lot alongside a neighborhood center will create a community orchard with native shade trees, benches and accessible pathways. (2021) Indianapolis: .
Local teenagers will create highly-visible crosswalks to provide safer paths for pedestrians in an area suffering from traffic violence. (2021) Kendallville:
An abandoned lot will be transformed into a usable park space with a stage, tables, seating and an area for food trucks and local vendors. (2021) Kokomo:
More than a dozen wayfinding signs were created and installed along the City-Line Trolley route and the Walk of Excellence Trail. (2017) Lebanon:
To help older adults attend the dozens of events The Heart of Lebanon stages downtown each year, seating and personal umbrellas (including ones that can be used as a cane) will be provided on-site. (2022) Loogootee:
A large mural by a local artist will be installed on the side of an abandoned building that's being renovated as a multi-use community space. (2021) Muncie:
In order to connect residents to the digital world in a comfortable and inviting environment, public internet access will be provided in areas inside and outside of a well-connected community center. (2020) Seymour:
An extended awning will be built outside the Anchor House food pantry/emergency shelter and a mural painted on the side of its building. The outdoor space for vendors offering supportive services will be increased. (2022) South Bend:
An alleyway connecting senior citizen apartments to the rest of the community will be transformed into a vibrant and comfortable outdoor space with benches, picnic tables, games, plants and artistic touches. (2021)
Afton:
This grant will develop a portable parklet that can be moved to support social events at various locations and allow more opportunities for people of all ages to engage with each other while shopping, dining, watching parades, and enjoying popular Lawn Chair Nights. (2020) Avoca:
Grant funds will be used toward the construction of a musical park space that will feature outdoor musical instruments and a library green space that can serve as a gathering place for people of all ages and abilities. (2018) Carlisle:
To help create a more walkable and attractive community, the city installed 10 benches, 10 planters, eight bicycle racks and 20 banner-sign mounts for its trails and downtown. (2017) Clarion:
A pocket park will be constructed within the city's central business district. (2021) Des Moines:
This project aims to demonstrate smart cities innovation in rural communities by holding educational workshops on data analytics in local government, followed by an immersive quick-action demonstration project. (2019) Des Moines:
This project will help construct an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) demonstration in an existing urban neighborhood to introduce the ADU as a housing alternative for the area and lead to an increased range of housing options for the community. (2020) Des Moines:
A park and interactive trolley sculpture will be created on a vacant, long-neglected site. The revitalized space will feature informational signage about the Waveland Trolley (which ceased operations in the 1940s) and life in Des Moines during the early 20th century. (2021) Dyersville:
As part of flood recovery efforts, grant funds will support amenities for a community plaza and amphitheater created in a block of green space near downtown riverfront development. (2019) Estherville:
Playground swings suitable for users of varied ages, skills and sizes will be installed at parks throughout the city. (2021) Glidden:
This project will create a trail that will connect the city's Aquatic Center and Northland Park and will include safety features to allow for safe highway crossings as part of the trail. (2019) Greeley: City of Greeley
Decorative light poles will be installed along State Highway 38 as part of the city’s effort to create a downtown corridor. (2022) Harlan:
This project will create a StoryWalk, a trail that combines walking with stops for reading a narrative, which is an innovative way to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. (2019) Keokuk:
This grant will help convert existing tennis courts into dedicated pickleball courts. (2018) Malvern:
This project will improve two important public corridors within the community — the Wabash Trace entryway and the Art Alley — with art installations, accessible benches and landscaping. (2021) Manning:
The grant will fund decorative lighting along Main Street to increase the safety and use of public spaces along the three-block corridor. (2018) Manning:
Display cases will be installed in locations throughout the city in order to protect and share cultural items of significance to the community. (2021) Perry: )
ADA-compliant benches will be installed at city bus stops, and improved signage (including bilingual signs at designated stops) will be instituted throughout the system. Free rides will be given to passengers who are participating in a local health study. (2022) Polk County:
Older adults without a smartphone will be able to order an Uber or Lyft ride by phoning a call center. Older passengers will be provided up to eight free rides per month. (2022) Stanton:
In honor of the town’s Swedish history, Swedish-themed mile markers will be installed along the Stanton Greenbelt Trail. (2021) Toledo:
Two crosswalks, one helping connect Toledo and Tama, will be installed. Flashing yield signs and new connecting sidewalks will link the crosswalks to other walkways. (2022) Woodbine:
The grant will provide for interpretive signs to be mounted on buildings and in pocket parks along Main Street in order to share the history of the community and serve as a focal point for new walking loops throughout the downtown. (2018)
Barber County:
A paved path will be built at the Five Tribes Outdoor Museum Trail, connecting the parking area to trail features. (2022) Bartlett: City of Bartlett (no website)
Challenge funds will help develop a park on Main Street to encourage outdoor activities and community gatherings. (2021) Blue Rapids:
A basketball court at City Park will be turned into two pickleball courts, and an event introducing attendees to the sport will be staged. (2022) Coffeyville:
This project will help to transform a newly resurfaced sidewalk into a 2.5 mile fitness tour. (2019) Coffeyville:
This "Porchology" project will impact the way residents think about using their porches to improve their lives, homes, and neighborhoods by rebuilding four neglected dwellings with railings, trim, safe steps, porch swings, hanging plants, a birdhouse, and more. (2020) Dodge City:
Murals will be created in the downtown district reflecting the area’s history and diversity. (2022) Fort Scott:
A new park will enhance the downtown area by providing a centrally located green space for events and recreation. (2021) Gardner:
This grant will fund a pop-up demonstration of an ADA-accessible, portable parklet as part of a larger process encouraging places for people, which is a key part of Gardner's downtown revitalization strategy. (2018) Iola: A musical playground featuring outdoor, mounted instruments will be built in a flower garden on the grounds of Allen County Regional Hospital. (2022) Kansas City: New flooring, lighting, accessible seating and COVID-19 precautions will enable a community space to once again be used for events, workshops, parties and meetings. (2021) Lawrence:
This grant will enhance the usability of a successful public bus system for disabled and aging residents by installing culturally-relevant and artistic bus stops - including benches and shelters. (2020) Manhattan:
Curb extensions and pedestrian islands will be installed at key intersections to enhance pedestrian safety at crossings along popular routes. (2021) Newton:
ADA-compliant benches and educational signage will be installed at a future wetlands park located one mile from a large retirement community. Safety warnings and pavement markings will also be created. (2022) Savonburg:
A half-mile walking trail and amenities will be added to the city's community park. (2021) Shawnee Mission:
This grant will enable the expansion of BikeWalkKC to purchase smart bikes and additional equipment to increase accessibility to bikes among county residents. (2018) Topeka: .
Grant funds will be used to build a greenhouse, install ADA-compliant benches and host health and wellness events featuring medical professionals and nutritionists. (2022) Wichita:
Walk Wichita participated in Wichita’s Open Streets event in September 2017 by launching three walking tours through the PocketSights app. The tours were accessible and navigable for people with varying degrees of mobility. [WWL] (2017) Wichita:
The city will purchase 50 hotspot devices bringing the project total to 90 devices. (2019)
Beaver Dam:
As part of a downtown renaissance, old wooden doors will be turned into artworks illustrating the city’s history and will then be mounted on the outer walls of existing buildings. (2022) Bowling Green:
Funds were granted to develop a mural by alumni of the Over Fifty Academy (a leadership group within the Age-Friendly Bowling Green effort) and Companions of Respected Elders, a student group at Western Kentucky University. (2017) Danville:
The grant will support the installation of the first community mural in downtown Danville and engage 1,000 residents in the design and painting of the mural. (2018) Danville:
Grant funds will help facilitate mosaic workshops with students at the Kentucky School for the Deaf with the goal of including their contributions in a large, visible piece of public artwork installed on one of the most prominent buildings in town. (2019) Dixon:
Grant funds will be used to create an outdoor seating area with benches, tables and games. (2021) Florence:
A bicycle rack and bicycle repair station will be installed in the church parking lot for use by food pantry guests, users of the church’s free shower service and all city residents. (2022) Harrodsburg:
To beautify one of Kentucky's oldest streets, long-lasting concrete planters with be installed, trees will be planted, and signs will be installed — all of which will be maintained by resident volunteers or local organizations. (2020) Hazard:
Workbenches, a 3-D printer, pipe benders and a drill press will be among the equipment purchased to bolster a program in which volunteers refurbish used medical equipment and adapt toys to aid people with disabilities. (2022) Highland Heights:
Two raised-bed planters will be built and developed, and workshops will be held to teach older adults about gardening. (2022) Lexington:
The grant will fund the development of an accessory dwelling units manual to encourage the construction of ADUs so caregivers and family members can live in close proximity of an adult in need of in-home support. (2018) Lexington:
ADA-accessible benches were placed in a U-shaped, conversation-friendly configuration in Idle Hour Park. (2017) Lexington:
To strengthen relations between grandparents and grandchildren, events at which attendees can plant trees and flower bulbs or build (or both) will be staged across the state. (2022) Lexington:
The project will provide gardening tools and resources designed for use by older adults that will be accessible to residents volunteering at a free u-pick garden. (2019) Louisville:
This project will address pedestrian safety issues by prioritizing pedestrian access to nearby amenities at a family life center and neighborhood park. Enhancements include improved visibility at crosswalks, upgrades/repairs to infrastructure and beautification. (2019) Louisville:
This grant will help improve sidewalks, pavers, benches and art to increase safety and access to green spaces and artistic places along the 9th Street corridor. (2018) Louisville:
This project will help raise awareness about the city’s efforts to increase the availability of (or ADUS). Video (2021) Louisville:
This project will support ongoing efforts to create a safer, more inviting main street by implementing plans co-created by area stakeholders, including the installation of permanent lighting; pedestrian pathways; an intergenerational, historical mural; planter boxes; signage; and more. (2020) Louisville:
To provide a safe, comfortable space for older residents who are waiting for transportation, a bus stop shelter will be installed that is both functional and visually pleasing near a popular senior center. (2020) Louisville:
A new public park in a neighborhood with high rates of poor health will receive three fitness stations. (2022) Newport:
This project will enhance access and use of current bus routes in the neighborhood by adding seating, as well as other beautification and amenities for bus stops, such as bike racks, trees, flowers and trashcans. (2019) Owensboro and Daviess Counties:
A state of the art, user-friendly audio guide will be purchased for the museum to increase accessibility and enhance the educational experience. (2021) Paducah:
Funds will be used to create a community garden with accessible walkways, ramps, and garden beds. (2021) Pikeville:
Grant funds will help create a vibrant public place — a civic plaza and outdoor arts venue — that will revitalize underutilized space in downtown. (2019) Whitesburg:
A popular trail that serves as a transportation and exercise corridor for a rural town will be updated with resurfacing, a large crosswalk, signage, stencil art and benches. (2021)
Abbeville: Challenge funds will support the installation of a walking trail and fitness stations in the Lafitte Drive-In Park. (2021) Baton Rouge:
The grant will provide lighting, safe pedestrian crossings and programming for walking clubs to increase the safety and pedestrian activity near LongfellowPark. (2018) () Baton Rouge:
Several high-visibility, artistic crosswalks will be created along a core street in the capital city's downtown to improve pedestrian safety and enhance the area's appeal. (2021) Baton Rouge:
Wayfinding signage will be added to a bike and walking trail on Scotlandville Parkway, along with art that represents the area’s history and the contributions of African Americans and local veterans. (2022) Bunkie:
Plans will be drawn to convert two vacant, city-owned lots into pocket parks and at least one will be developed through the use of AARP Community Challenge funds. (2022) DeRidder:
Grant funds will be used toward the creation of faux-brick crosswalks at 17 downtown intersections and the installation of wayfinding directional signs to improve walkability and access to cultural, social and healthy foods. (2018) Erath:
Bicycle racks will be installed in the downtown and community park. (2021) New Orleans:
Six bike racks, decorative lighting and a bicycle repair station will be added along a three-block section of Kabel Drive, a commercial corridor in the Algiers neighborhood. (2022) New Orleans:
Funds will be used for installing a wheelchair lift. (2022) New Orleans:
A community garden with 20 raised-bed garden boxes will be created, and six healthy-cooking demonstrations and four health fairs will be held. (2022) New Orleans:
The construction of a footbridge and walking path connected this community fitness park to the Lafitte Greenway, an active rails-to-trails pedestrian path. In addition, FitLot coaches provided more than 36 hours of free fitness coaching to older people from a community that suffers from one of the largest health disparity gaps in the nation. [WWL] (2017) New Orleans:
Funds will help establish a community orchard and garden to be used as a gathering space for events and green infrastructure demonstration projects. (2019) New Orleans:
Funding will support intergenerational, nature-centered activities such as fishing, canoeing and hiking at the Sankofa Wetland Park and Nature Trail. (2021) Opelousas:
This project will help to create a more vibrant main street through accessible outdoor seating for four public gathering spaces, picnic tables that allow wheelchair access, and ADA benches. (2019) Shreveport:
ADA compliant tables will be installed to complete the Art Bosque Food Truck Court with outdoor seating, giving neighbors and community a gathering place to connect with friends and embrace healthy living. (2020) Tallulah:
Funds will be used to create new crosswalks designed to beautify the area, help increase physical activity, and draw attention to the crosswalks for drivers who may not be familiar with the area. (2019) Thibodaux:
Benches and bicycle racks will be installed downtown and along the Menard Pedestrian Bike Trail. (2022) Ville Platte:
A mural, lighting and benches will be installed on Main Street to commemorate the local Tee Cotton Bowl, an annual high school football game and week-long event (recently featured in the PBS documentary ) promoting racial reconciliation. (2021) West Baton Rouge:
The AARP grant will be used for photography and creative writing workshops at the West Baton Rouge Museum. (2021)
Augusta, Bangor and Westbrook:
Projects in three communities will improve pedestrian safety by increasing crosswalk visibility, shortening crossings and calming traffic. These short-term demonstrations are critical first steps toward installing permanent pedestrian safety enhancements. (2020) Bangor:
The safety and functionality of the Kenduskeag Stream Trail will be improved by widening the trail, installing ADA-compliant benches and improving signage. A structural assessment of one bridge will be conducted. (2022) Bath:
Outdoor chess-and-checker tables will be installed in a public plaza and along downtown streets. (2021) Bath:
A multimedia package informing recipients about will be produced. (2022) Bath:
The Whiskeag Trail will be widened and stabilized; bridges will be widened, with ramps added; ADA-compliant benches will be installed; and an emergency system will be updated. (2022) Belfast:
This project will help create and enhance public spaces within two libraries in the community by making repairs, beautifying the spaces and increasing accessibility. (2019) Bethel:
The grant was used to construct a display and kit featuring tools and household accessories that can make a home safer and help prevent falls. (2017) Bethel Region:
The Bethel Region Age-Friendly Community Initiative — in collaboration with the Bethel Congo Crafters, the Bethel Area Arts and Music Program and the Gem Theater — will install decorative wooden benches and picnic tables in well-trafficked outdoor areas in six regional towns. (2021) Blue Hill:
This project will support the development of a Traveling Tool Table — a collection of useful, affordable devices to help older people remain independent — that will be launched at local libraries, some of the most popular gathering places in the community. (2019) Blue Hill:
The grant will support the construction of a new age-friendly trail in Blue Hill in order to increase connectivity in the traditional downtown and adjacent areas. (2018) Bowdoinham:
Raised planters were constructed for residents who had stopped gardening because they were unable to keep a traditional, in-the-ground garden. [WWL] (2017) Central Maine:
Theatrical performances about challenges experienced by older adults will be staged at venues across central Maine. (Read an article about interactive theater and this grantee.) (2022)_ Danforth:
The city’s Livable Communities Center will be brought up to ADA standards with a new front walkway and entryway and a renovation of its stairwell. (2022) Dexter:
This project will create “Pop-Up Universities” to provide older adults with meaningful activities as well as make improvements to increase seating at Wayside Park, which will enable people with mobility challenges to be able to navigate the park and enjoy public events. (2020) Eastport:
The grant will provide for the installation of outdoor musical instruments in Cony Park, further activating the public space and encouraging people of all ages to play music. (2018) Eliot:
Residents will benefit from a more vibrant public park when five new benches are installed, and provide spots for people to rest during exercise or strolls along the river. (2020) Freeport:
The town will bring the community together for an outdoor event featuring a hot air balloon experience for people of all ages and physical abilities. (2021) Fryeburg:
The community will create a recreation trail designed to be easily walkable by older adults and those with mobility challenges. The path will ultimately be a one-mile loop trail that features a pedestrian bridge, benches and signage for people of all ages to enjoy. (2020) Gardiner:
This grant will help in developing a pop-up demonstration near the public library of different sidewalk treatments in order to engage input prior to any permanent improvements being made as part of Gardiner's age-friendly plan. (2018) Hallowell:
The purchase and installation of a 24-foot-long aluminum ramp will allow convenient and easy access to Hallowell’s busy waterfront bulkhead for older adults, people with mobility challenges, young children and those with strollers. (2020) Liberty:
To increase safe access to swimming and easy entry into two public swimming areas, new steps, handrails and other amenities will be added. Picnic tables and benches will also be installed to encourage the public to gather and spend time in these natural outdoor spaces. (2020) Limestone:
The improvements to the Bike & Walking Trail will help increase use of the paved, lit trail, residents' movement and health, and opportunities for community member engagement. (2020) Millinocket:
An outdoor event provided residents with an intergenerational social and recreational outing during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. The new Long Acre Trail was dotted with storyboards for StoryWalk, an activity in which hikers can read a story while advancing along the trail. (2020) Mount Vernon:
To help residents age in place, grant funds will go toward a Tool Library to provide easy access to tools, especially for older adults in the community and volunteers who assist them. (2019) North Yarmouth:
The department installed Knox Home Box key safes outside the homes of older residents so first responders can access a key or code for rapid entry into the home in case of an emergency. [WWL] (2017) Old Orchard Beach:
This project will contribute to community efforts to revitalize and re-energize an entire block by engaging the neighborhood in a collaborative effort to clean up, restore, and refresh Atlantic Courts Park and Washington Ave district, including a walkable sidewalk demonstration. (2019) Portland:
Purchasing portable ramps will improve accessibility to town gathering spaces, services and amenities for residents and visitors with mobility challenges.(2022) Portland:
This project will upgrade a rustic trail in an urban greenspace into a trail that is accessible to wheelchairs and people of different abilities and improve access to walking, cycling options, and areas of natural beauty. (2019) Portland:
The grant-funded project will activate blighted alleyways with murals that use old doors, lighting, greenery and creative overhead treatments to turn the corridors into engaging multiactivity spaces. (2021) Presque Isle:
The improvements to the Bike & Walking Trail will help increase use of the paved, lit trail, residents' movement and health, and opportunities for community member engagement. (2019)
Rangeley:
A program providing free rides to people are 50 or older in this rural community will be maintained and expanded, partly with the addition of seven volunteer drivers. (2022) Raymond:
The grant will fund a new intergenerational, adaptive garden to promote activity and engagement among all age groups and provide food for the local food pantry. (2018) Readfield:
The grant will allow the community to revitalize an intergenerational outdoor space to include seating, bike racks and picnic tables at the historic Readfield Fairgrounds. (2018) Readfield:
Funding will be used to create a kayak dock, provide outdoor seating at the library and local beach, and acquire equipment for curbside deliveries at the community food pantry. (2021) Saco:
The grant funding will enable the city to install ADA-compliant beach mats and devices to improve mobility and accessibility to local beaches for all. (2018) Scarborough:
Three community gardens, two of which are used exclusively to feed undernourished residents, will gain funding, as will a program that provides supplemental heating assistance and home repairs to older adults. (2022) Searsmont:
A portion of an existing riverfront trail will receive new seating, trailhead kiosks with information about the area and new accessible parking spots. (2022) South Portland:
By demonstrating street-level safety features (such as lane delineators, signage and curb extensions), this project will improve pedestrian and bicycle safety, increase crosswalk visibility, shorten street crossing distances and calm traffic. (2021) South Portland:
A will be conducted to identify ways to improve safety on the Green Belt Trail. Signage will also be installed, and a program on the correct use of the trail will be produced for Access TV. (2022) Sullivan:
A vacant lot adjacent to a playground will be used for a walking trail and fitness stations. (2021) Surry:
Signage will be added along Route 172 to slow speeding traffic by drivers who are often unaware of the small town’s presence as they shuttle between Ellsworth and Blue Hill. (2022) Wayne:
Two flashing traffic signs and two “Stop for Pedestrians” signs were purchased and installed along a busy roadway. [WWL] (2017) Wayne:
To help protect pedestrians and drivers, crossing signals equipped with flashing beacons and arrows will be installed in the community's downtown. (2021)
Annapolis:
Funding will allow the community to install artistic bike racks throughout the arts district to encourage a safer, more bikeable community for all ages. (2018) Baltimore:
An abandoned home will be renovated and given away, mortgage free, to someone 50 or older who has never owned a home. (2022) Baltimore:
A mosaic of glass and ceramic will be created by city residents at a series of workshops, then displayed outside the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus. (2022) Baltimore:
As part of a smart city initiative, an online tool will be developed that will allow residents and businesses to more easily access and use city services — for example, apply for government services and pay taxes — that can improve their daily lives. This tool will empower all city residents so that they have an efficient, meaningful experience when they engage with government. (2019) Baltimore:
A memorial park for the first female firefighter in Maryland to die in the line of duty is being created for multi-generational use by local residents. Necessary infrastructure will be purchased and installed to help make the creation of this park a reality. (2020) Baltimore:
This project will create a community network to build the capacity of older adults to engage in public policy and knowledge-sharing discussions focused on housing, advocacy and consumer issues. (2021) Baltimore:
A community garden in a low-income neighborhood will be upgraded and made more accessible with the creation of a rain garden and installation of a permeable paver path, a picnic table, lighting and a canopy. (2022) Baltimore:
As part of a long-term infrastructure improvement project, a pop-up demonstration park event was held at an intersection in need of safety enhancements. [WWL] (2017) Baltimore:
Bee Safe, a crosswalk art project, will engage local teens and other residents to design and create artistic crosswalks that will slow traffic, increase the safety of crossings for school children and celebrate neighborhood identity. (2021) Baltimore:
New volunteers and older-adult participants will be recruited for a program begun in 2020 in which the former accompany the latter to medical appointments. (2022) Baltimore: and
"Sunday in the Street" will convert streets in Fells Point to a car-free community space twice a month, allowing the residents and visitors to enjoy all that the area has to offer in a protected setting closed to motorized traffic. (2019) Baltimore:
A two-story structure will be built to house equipment at a community garden and provide gathering space for a program in which teens remove trash, mow lawns, plant trees and tend other gardens. (2022) Berlin:
This grant will allow the town to purchase tables and seating to be set up during events that occur on Main Street, providing a place to sit for older residents and strengthening community engagement. (2018) District Heights:
Grant funding will be used to improve an outdoor space with new amenities to promote community engagement for all ages. (2018) Hagerstown:
This rural county will develop a mobile program to connect isolated clients with staff who can provide in-person services and resources. (2020) Howard County:
“Little Free Pantries” stocked with non-perishable grocery items will be installed in neighborhoods with high levels of food insecurity. (2021) Hyattsville:
This project will help increase digital literacy, knowledge of and access to services by integrating an app with local services and teaching residents how to use it to report community resource gaps to local policymakers. (2020) Severna Park:
Funding from this grant will be used to install new pedestrian controlled crosswalk warning systems and intersections connected to a Rails-to-Trails project, making the area safer for pedestrians of all ages. (2018)
Belchertown:
This project will be used toward wayfinding components of the that helps to improve quality of life for residents, provide new recreational and educational opportunities, and contribute to the town's economic vitality. (2019) Beverly:
Fifty senior residents will have raised garden beds installed and planted with flowers and vegetable plants in front of their homes. To combat social isolation, they’ll be matched with local families who will visit and assist with the gardening. (2020) Boston:
Age-friendly benches will be installed in each of the main street districts to help engage older residents and enhance local economic activity. This project will go toward developing a framework for a sustainable city-wide bench program that addresses longer-term issues of installation and maintenance. (2019) Boston: The Boston Public Library will add locations to its free, 24-hour Outdoor Wi-Fi Program so people can access high-speed internet services through workstations located outside of library buildings. (2021) Boston:
A hazardous walkway will be repaired at Southwest Corridor Community Farm, and four raised-bed gardens will be built for disabled gardeners at Savin & Maywood Community Garden. (2022) Boston:
The institute will build and install raised "Grow Boxes" for residents hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic so they can grow fresh, healthy food. (2021) Brockton:
The East Bridgewater community will better connect its residents with local trails by installing wayfinding signage, ADA-compliant benches and accessible pathways along the Hiking Viking Trail. (2018) Chelsea:
Using community designed public art and quick build place-making tools, this project will beautify and activate one full city block on Division Street. This is the first important step to link the heart of downtown with the waterfront via a low stress neighborway street. (2019) Chelmsford:
Indigenous people’s contributions to the area’s development will be acknowledged with 11 informational kiosks and five freestanding mini libraries, plus programs focusing on the arts and history. (2022) Greenfield:
A parking lot will be transformed into a vibrant pocket park and community gathering spot in the center of the downtown area. Plans include the creation of a rain garden, a new bench at an existing bus stop, a chess table with chairs and a bike pump/repair station. (2020) Lynn:
This project will construct and activate a custom parklet program, creating public space platforms that convert curbside parking and other elements of the streetscape into vibrant community spaces. (2019) Lynn:
The funded project will improve public access and amenities and provide arts and cultural programming at two downtown public spaces, enabling safe outdoor gatherings for the community’s diverse population of older adults. (2021) Middlesex County:
Challenge funds will help in the creation of Clear Path's Memorial Courtyard, which will serve as an outdoor space "where Veterans, families, and the general public can reflect, remember and enjoy the enduring spirit of the United States Military." (2021) Natick:
The council developed and promoted changes to address the specific mobility, recreational and logistical needs of older adults so they could use local off-road trails. [WWL] (2017) Roxbury and North Dorchester:
Dynamic virtual spaces for intergenerational dialogue will be created so residents can connect online to address community issues, attend workshops and join support groups. (2020) Springfield:
This grant will be used to pilot bench installations around bus stops to enable better travel experiences for seniors and disabled individuals who use public transit. (2018) South Dennis:
In a corner on the Center for Active Living grounds, six raised-bed gardens and two ADA-compliant benches will be places on a new concrete surface. (2022) Stoneham:
Grant funds were used to build an intergenerational community garden. (2017) Westford:
This grant will serve older adults by being used to purchase tools and supplies in order to deliver critical home repairs to low-income homeowners. (2018) Westport:
A fixed-route transportation service for older adults will be established, operating one day per week between common shopping, banking and medical destinations in this rural community. (2022) Worcester:
Bicycling will be encouraged by pairing 20 teenaged cyclists with 20 older recipients in an ongoing program that awards free e-bikes. There will also be five bicycle workshops as well as group rides. (2022)
Bessemer:
Artistic bicycle stands were installed to provide secure bike parking and encourage people to pedal rather than drive. (2017) Detroit:
An ADA-compliant boardwalk plus a deck with benches will be installed near Mission Point, a nursing and rehabilitation facility. (2022) Detroit:
This grant will help create a multigenerational community-built playground in an area currently without any safe, nearby play resources. (2018) Detroit:
Designed to develop an innovative transportation model for seniors, veterans and the disabled, this pilot project will deploy electric autonomous passenger shuttles for the purpose of medical appointments, pharmacy visits and community shopping. (2019) Detroit:
An abandoned apartment complex with be rehabilitated by recent parolees and adults over 50, teaching them construction and social skills. (2022) East Lansing:
A remotely conducted Senior Ambassador and Lifelong Learning Program will be developed and piloted. Data collection will focus on the impact of virtual social programs on social isolation, loneliness and quality of life in older adults. (2020) Flint:
With the help of the city, a university and a foundation, a Flint neighborhood will renovate a park by installing lights and a footbridge that connects residents to the downtown area. (2018) Genesee County:
The project will recruit volunteers and install raised-beds at community gardens at food banks and centers for older adults. (2022) Grand Rapids: (partnered with )
Five ADA-approved benches will be placed along a business corridor, accommodating residents with limited mobility, and increasing access to a city pathway. (2020) Hamtramck:
This project will create more equitable access to city services by providing multi-lingual information about low-cost transportation options and installing bus benches at locations frequented by older adults and children. (2021) Hamtramck:
Challenge funds will be used to temporarily tranform a downtown alley into a pedestrian-friendly route and community gathering space. Feedback from the short-term project will be used to inform the final design. (2021) Lansing:
A bike repair station will be installed in Hunter Park allowing community members, neighbors and visitors to the area to service their bicycles independently. (2019) Lansing:
The roundabout at Harding and Pershing avenues will gain traffic delineators, and the sidewalk at its perimeter will be painted. Two bike racks will be installed nearby. (2022) Madison Heights:
An accessible outdoor area featuring benches, a greenhouse and a gazebo will be created at a community center. (2021) Mason County:
Picnic tables will be installed on the grounds of Big Sable Lighthouse to provide a place for visitors to rest. (2022) Rochester Hills:
Grant funds will provide for an intergenerational outdoor exercise space to include equipment, a water fountain and benches. (2018) Wayne:
An underutilized alleyway owned by the city was transformed into a gathering and event space. (2017) Statewide:
Communities throughout the state will have access to a lending library of bike safety items, including separators for protected bike lanes and curb extenders for use in piloting and testing local infrastructure improvements. (2021)
Brooklyn Park:
This project will provide portable pathways, accessibility mats and seating in event and outdoor spaces. (2021) Burnsville:
This grant will help to install vibrant crosswalks and pedestrian safety measures at an intersection identified by the community as needing improvements. (2018)
Duluth:
Teams of participants will design solutions that will make the city more age friendly. Areas of focus will include housing, transportation and more. Falcon Heights:
This project will provide groundbreaking, garden enhancement, soil testing and a foundational level of planting and pathway creation for a new public space and peace garden, created to memorialize Philando Castile and unify and restore the community. (2020) Friendship Park:
A pocket park in a diverse, low-income, multigenerational neighborhood will be improved by new trees, seating and a multilingual information kiosk. (2021) Grand Rapids: and
This project will create a focal point for pedestrian use of a river bank near downtown by installing public art, a map kiosk, and benches to encourage socialization and connection among people of all ages and abilities. (2019) Hibbing:
This project will provide sheltered seating at a market entrance and help older adults by providing them with a weekly supply of fresh fruits and vegetables through the Senior Power of Produce program. (2021) Luverne:
Improvements will be made to the Prairie Ally Outdoor Center by adding three commissioned sculptural trellises to the whole food forest and two circular picnic tables, allowing for people across generations to explore, sit and connect and enjoy nature. (2020) McLeod County:
Transit tokens will be distributed to older adults and disabled people in residential facilities, and childcare providers will receive passes allowing them to take children in their care to such facilities, promoting intergenerational contact. Minneapolis:
This grant will provide support to deliver a mobile workshop in eight communities across Minnesota designed to help community leaders make their neighborhoods more accessible and bikeable. (2018) Minneapolis: The network of “mobility hubs” — spots around town that aid travelers — will be bolstered with improved signage and seating, and local ambassadors will be hired to educate residents about their use. (2022) Minneapolis: and
A showcase accessory dwelling unit will be built and a multimedia campaign explaining the benefits of this compact housing type will be produced. (2022) New Ulm:
This grant will enable the installation of two benches — each featuring historical information — and a table to foster connectivity and social interaction in the historic downtown and add stops to a self-guided walking tour of the area. (2018) Northfield: and
To encourage attendance by older adults and people with mobility challenges, this project will improve access to the city's numerous outdoor events by providing seating positioned and reserved specifically for seniors and handicapped individuals. (2019) Princeton:
The Bike Assist Program will offer an electric hybrid cargo bike to families for a wider variety of transportation opportunities. (2022) St. Paul:
The city made crosswalks more visible to roadway users by adding art and creative features and installed, for demonstration purposes, temporary pedestrian safety elements to improve walkability. (2017) St. Paul:
Funding will be used to beautify recently installed traffic circles with gardens to accompany pedestrian and bicycle improvements. (2018) St. Paul:
Permanent message centers, used to display multilingual community and events information, were installed along the Rice Street corridor in the North End (2017) St. Paul:
Benches with art embedded in them will be installed for visitors to enjoy the Trout Brook Nature Sanctuary better and have a place to rest, enjoy the outdoors and have social connections. (2020) St. Paul:
A diverse collection of people will be engaged to help improve housing in the community and learn how to address the policies, economics and systems through which the housing crisis was constructed. (2020) St. Paul:
This project will create an improved pedestrian path buffered by raised planters, enhancing pedestrian accessibility and safety for residents and shoppers reliant on walking and transit. (2019) St. Paul:
Artistic benches, a mural and creative crosswalks will be installed to connect underserved residents (many of whom are older adults, people with disabilities or people of color) along the shortest path to a light rail station. (2021) Shakopee:
A thriving community garden needs to be moved from its current location due to a new development. This project will allow the city to convert a vacant lot into a more centrally located and accessible space. (2021) Twin Cities region:
Homes of low-income owners will be rehabbed, including weatherstripping; the construction of accessibility ramps, stairs and walkways; and landscaping or yard renewal. (2022) Vergas:
Three-quarters of an acre of city-owned land will be turned into a veterans memorial with full ADA compliance. (2022) Wadena County and the cities of Brainerd, Cass Lake, Little Falls and Long Prairie:
Transit passes, transit training and memberships to a health and wellness center will be provided to 50 low-income seniors, veterans and members of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. (2021)
Greenville:
A community garden that supplies fresh produce to low and moderate-income families will receive new fencing, and hoop houses so produce can be grown year-round. (2020) Gulfport:
The grant was used to create Bark Park on an acre of property at the new Brickyard Bayou Park, which is located in a part of the city that was devastated during Hurricane Katrina. [WWL] (2017) Gulfport:
Funding will be used to create an outdoor interactive classroom with nature trails, educational play structures and a small amphitheater in a new park located in a low-income area that was struck by Hurricane Katrina. (2018) Gulfport:
This project will add a safe weather pavilion and benches at a new bike trail system in Brickyard Bayou Park which is an area being revitalized since it was ravaged by flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. (2019) Hattiesburg: Hattiesburg Landmark Preservation, Inc. (no website)
This project will make culturally enriching improvements to Duncan Lake Park in Downtown Hattiesburg by painting a mural on the recreation building, restoring seating and providing free arts programming. (2021) Hattiesburg: Hattiesburg Landmark Preservation
At a public school/park, AARP funds will contribute to improvements in the basketball court, the addition of four age-friendly benches at a walking track and two murals. (2022) Jackson:
The City of Jackson will use Open Streets design practices to engage residents of the downtown community by activating new public spaces for people of all ages to interact with each other. Designing a parklet with a large mural backdrop and ground mural for safe crossing will enhance public safety by improving pedestrian accessibility. (2019) Jackson:
Grant money will be used to install pedestrian-oriented infrastructure, such as seating, bike storage, planters and more to make the area safer and better connect a three block area in the downtown. (2018)
Jackson:
The Museum Trail will be upgraded with the addition of two gathering places, a mural, seating and lighting. (2022) Jackson:
Overgrown vacant lots in a neighborhood will be turned into community gardens, and walking parks featuring benches and public art and residents will also be provided with paint and pressure washing services to restore the beauty of their older homes. (2020) Jackson:
Challenge funds will be used to design, develop and implement an accessible wayfinding system for Jackson’s new multiuse trail corridor. (2021) Macon: The Macon Welcome Center will become a fully functional community center with the addition of computers, food prep equipment, audio video equipment and the hiring of several staff members. (2022) Ocean Springs:
The grant will be used to improve pedestrian safety on one of the city's busiest avenues and complete a pocket park located in an underused parking lot. (2021) Starkville:
This beautification project will make improvements and repairs to a busy transportation corridor through middle Starkville, enhancing pedestrian safety and overall experience along this travel route. (2019) Waynesboro:
The library will purchase 11 GrandPads, a tablet designed for older adults; they will then be available for checking out, just like books. Computer classes will also be offered, and a special staff member will provide tech support. (2022)
Columbia:
Traffic calming demonstrations will address many of the infrastructure gaps that undermine the safety of pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users. A lending library of street safety supplies will be created for use during future "pop-up" projects. (2021) East St. Louis:
Grant funds will be used to transform a transit station into an active space that promotes bus and light-rail use, supports creative play and celebrates the history and culture of East St. Louis. (2021) Kansas City:
Four commercial grade dusk-to-dawn solar lights will illuminate an ADA-compliant path in a pocket park to enhance safety, walkability and accessibility for community residents. (2020) Kansas City:
A two-mile sidewalk will be enhanced with new bike racks and benches to meet community needs during COVID-19. The project also includes activities to engage residents with free programs that will provide cleaning/personal items and fresh food. (2020) Kansas City:
As part of the city's broader Complete Streets efforts, this grant will fund the installation of an enhanced crosswalk, parking, protected bike lanes and floating bus stops to promote safety and more pedestrian activity along Oak Street. (2018) Kansas City: This project will completely refresh and overhaul Major Murray Davis Park by working with residents to identify and complete park improvements. (2021) Raymore:
Through this grant, a new paved and stamped crosswalk will be added on Municipal Circle to improve safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists, and increase connectivity between nearby civic buildings. (2018) Raytown:
This project will provide amenities to encourage residents of all ages to use the Rock Island Trail by developing interactive areas for residents to rest, engage in bicycle maintenance, hydrate, and procure useful, relevant information about the community. (2019) St. Louis:
Funding will help build and creatively paint two crosswalks on a prominent boulevard where there are long stretches with no designated pedestrian crossings. (2022) St. Louis County:
Accessible seating, a UV-protective shade and a mural examining local history will be installed at the North Hanley Transit Center. (2022) St. Louis:
Two areas designed for peaceful reflection will be built within a community garden — one with a wooden arbor and vining fruit, the other with a fountain and Zimbabwean sculpture. Both will include seating. (2022) St. Louis:
A garden will be restored to serve as a gathering place and provide residents with opportunities to volunteer by repairing and painting garden beds, adding new trees and plants, a bike rack, Artscape and pergola with benches. (2020) St. Louis:
Grant funds will be used to alter a closed portion of Laclede Avenue to install a "parklet" with public seating, placemaking, and planters. These improvements will shorten the crossing distance for pedestrians, offer a safe resting place for cyclists, and create a new, inviting public space for customers and visitors. (2019) St. Louis:
Pop-up demonstrations were used to build support for the development of improved public transit. (2017) Springfield: The Inclusion Mural project will increase the visibility of area businesses and organizations while providing places for people to sit, interact and spend time outdoors. (2021) Warrensburg:
A downtown alley will be activated and improved by volunteers who will install lighting, new seating, flowers and planters, public art and enhanced safety to become a vibrant public space. (2020) Webb City:
A cement ramp leading to the Frisco Trail will be built along with infrastructure to help people of all abilities enjoy the trail and cross the adjacent road. (2022)
Anaconda:
This project will allow the purchase of ADA-compliant accessible picnic tables with attached benches enhancing the dining experience of senior residents, enriching their event experience through socialization. (2019) Bozeman:
New and existing public transportation routes will be showcased for the community through a pop-up project which will install temporary doors placed at various bus stops in the city to enable residents to visualize new/adjusted transit routes. (2020) Bozeman:
A traffic calming project — including improvements to pedestrian crossings, curb extensions and traffic circles — will offer an opportunity for continued engagement with neighborhood groups to optimize designs that make their streets friendlier for all. (2019) Bozeman: and
A mobile tool kit for pop-up projects was created to showcase how temporary demonstrations can help improve streets for travel by foot, bicycle, bus, wheelchair and other means. [WWL] (2017) Browning:
This grant will provide for fencing, trees, flowers and canopy swings in order to create an outdoor space that can facilitate story-telling and socializing on Blackfeet Native American tribal land. (2018) Cascade:
An ADA-compliant picnic and walled sitting area tables, flower planters and a flag pole will be created for all generations and abilities to enjoy. (2020) Cut Bank:
An underused dog park will receive a walking path, ADA-compliant benches and two shade structures. (2022) Deer Lodge:
Grant funds were used to connect the commercial district that includes the Deer Lodge Medical Center with parks and residential neighborhoods. (2017) Flathead Indian Reservation:
A greenhouse and adjacent garden will be created and supplied with soil, cultivation materials and other necessities. The resulting produce will be given to meal programs and individual families. (2022) Great Falls: Challenge funds will support educational opportunities and resources for businesses, civic groups and nonprofits dedicated to social equity and inclusion. (2021) Helena:
This grant will fund a transportable demonstration kit to educate people about bicycle lanes, parklets, roundabouts, crosswalks and other transportation safety initiatives. (2018) Helena:
A community-driven project will enliven an underserved neighborhood with artistic benches, lighting, planter boxes, bicycle racks and public art. (2021) Missoula:
This project will help create an accessible public gathering space with parklets, seating, art, bike parking and curb extensions along with temporary safety installations at busy intersections. (2020) Missoula:
The funding was used to show how pedestrian-oriented infrastructure improves public safety, creates a sense of place and provides opportunities for people to gather and interact. (2017) Missoula:
Grant funds will be used to improve public health in the city by supporting the Rx Trails Program with new signage, mile markers, benches and maps. (2018) Missoula:
By adding a new ADA-compliant covering for the entrance to a cave maintained by the state park system, this project will expand guided recreation to people with physical disabilities who have traditionally been left out of caving, spelunking, and speleology activities. (2019) Ravalli County:
Older adults will serve as hosts of community gardens in their own yards or elsewhere. Teen volunteers will maintain the gardens, with hosts doing the watering and receiving a share of the produce. The rest will be donated. (2022) Roundup:
Volunteers will install benches and tables along Main Street and at a new welcome plaza. (2021) Three Forks:
A new loop trail with connections to existing infrastructure will be constructed to provide a walkable and bicycle-friendly way for people to enjoy the outdoors. (2020) Virginia City:
Public meetings will be held and a survey conducted to determine needs to improve accessibility at the library. (2022)
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