AARP Accepting Applications for the 2019 Community Challenge Grant Program

 

• Demonstrate the tangible value of "Smart Cities." This new category in 2019 will encourage communities to develop and implement innovative programs that engage residents in accessing, understanding, and using data to increase quality of life for all. The intention with this category is to encourage applicants to demonstrate new ways to engage in decision-making about housing, transportation,, economic development, placemaking, infrastructure, or other community aspect.
• Deliver a range of transportation and connectivity options in the community through permanent or temporary solutions that increase walkability, bikeability, wayfinding, access to transportation options and roadway improvements
• Create vibrant public places in the community through permanent or temporary solutions that activate open spaces, improve parks and improve access to amenities.
• Support the availability of a range of housing in the community through permanent or temporary solutions that increase accessible and affordable housing options.
• Other innovative projects to improve the community.

"This is a tremendous opportunity to make our communities in Kansas even better places to live for people of all ages," said AARP Kansas State Director Dr. Maren Turner. "I encourage all eligible organizations to apply."

Since 2017, AARP has awarded 217 grants through the Community Challenge to nonprofit organizations and government entities representing every state and U.S. territories.

The application deadline is Wednesday, April 17, 2019, and all projects must be completed by Monday, November 4, 2019. Applications must be submitted through AARP.org/CommunityChallenge.