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AARP Grants Help Local Projects Boost Livability in Illinois

By Susan Berger, NOV 1, 2024

Eight Illinois entities received 2024 AARP Community Challenge grants, totaling just over $60,000. The grants fund projects aimed at improving public spaces, housing, transit and civic engagement, among other goals. Nationally, AARP awarded $3.8 million in grants for 343 projects this year.

High Stakes for Older Voters in Chicago Races

By Susan Berger, JAN 1, 2023

AARP Illinois has launched a robust campaign to educate them about the key issues in the upcoming mayoral and council races.

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