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The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) stopped the biggest gas rate hike in Illinois history, cutting a proposed $314 million increase from Nicor Gas by almost 50 percent, on the heels of months of public outcry and advocacy by AARP Illinois, including 35,000 petitions signed by AARP members.
New Data Show 23% Of Adults in Illinois Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
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AARP Nebraska invites eligible, local nonprofit organizations and government entities to apply for the 2026 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 4, 2026, at 4 p.m. Central.
Now in its tenth year, AARP will double its investment, awarding over $8 million in grants as part of its nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which supports the efforts of cities, towns, neighborhoods and rural areas to become great places to live for all residents, especially those age 50 and older.
AARP Iowa invites local eligible non-profit organizations and governments across the state to apply for the 2026 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 4. AARP Community Challenge grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and more.
AARP grants aim to make communities in North Carolina more livable for people of all ages
Applications accepted through March 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT
Applications accepted through March 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT
Applications accepted through March 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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