AARP Community Challenge
The AARP Community Challenge provides funding for projects that work to improve livability for all residents of a community. Applications from rural communities are encouraged.
Projects should benefit residents, especially those age 50 and older.
Grant opportunities include:
- Flagship grants:
- Public places
- Transportation and mobility
- Housing
- Digital connections
- Disaster preparedness
- Capacity building micro-grants:
- Disaster preparedness training
- Bike audits
- Home modifications
- Walk audits
- Demonstration grants:
- Pedestrian safety
- High speed internet access
- Implementing housing design competitions that increase community understanding and encourage policies that enable greater choice in housing
Eligible applicants include:
- 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(6) nonprofit organizations
- Government entities
- Other types of organizations, considered on a case-by-case basis
Project types that will be prioritized:
- Permanent physical improvements in the community
- Temporary demonstrations that lead to long-term change
- New, innovative programming pilots or services
Grant amounts:
- Flagship grants - Up to $15,000, with the average award between $10,000 - $12,000
- Capacity building micro grants - $2,500
- Demonstration grants - Up to $25,000, with the average award between $10,000 - $20,000
The project completion deadline is December 15, 2026.
Links to additional guidance, application instructions, and the online application portal are available on the program website.
Application assistance:
For complete information about funding programs, including your
application status, please contact funders directly. Summaries are provided
for your convenience only. RHIhub does not take part in application processes
or monitor application status.