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The #AARPCommunityChallenge is celebrating 10 years of impact.
This year: 750 projects nationwide.
From safer streets to stronger connections, these quick-action grants are making communities more livable—right now.
See it in action: spr.ly/6014BEKaAK
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Two months ago, communities got the news. 🎉
Now the work—and excitement—has begun.
▶️ Hear directly from 2026 #AARPCommunityChallenge grantees 👇
See what projects are happening in YOUR area: spr.ly/6010BEKv7j
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🚧✨ This is what change looks like.
A painted crosswalk.
A new bench.
A faster internet connection.
A small idea… brought to life.
That’s the power of the #AARPCommunityChallenge
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Across the country, communities are turning quick, practical projects into real improvements:
🚸 Safer streets
🌳 More welcoming public spaces
🏠 Better housing options
💻 Stronger digital connections
Small dollars. BIG impact.
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See what’s possible—and imagine what your community could do next.
💬 Tell us: what would you change where you live?
#AARPCommunityChallenge #LivableCommunities
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10 years. 2,800+ projects. Millions of lives improved.
The #AARPCommunityChallenge is helping communities take action—today and for the future. Learn more: spr.ly/6016BEW80w
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Small dollars. BIG impact.
On June 24, we announced this year’s #AARPCommunityChallenge grantees, and we can’t wait to see what they do.
spr.ly/6014BEBmty
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1 week after announcing our newest #AARPCommunityChallenge grantees—and the impact keeps growing.
10 years:
✅ $32.6m invested
✅ 1,600 communities
✅ 2,800 projects
✅ 14 Million older adults reached
See what projects are happening in your area: spr.ly/6013BDWdQ9
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👉ICYMI: AARP is investing $8.3 million through 750 #AARPCommunityChallenge grants nationwide.
See the full list of 2026 grantees: spr.ly/6012BD1i9K
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🎉CONGRATULATIONS to the 2026 #AARPCommunityChallenge grantees!
As we mark the program’s 10-year anniversary, AARP is doubling its investment – $8.3 million through 750 grants nationwide.
See the full list: spr.ly/6019BDM0pc
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Starting soon: the live #AARPCommunityChallenge Grantee Announcement Event (2 p.m. ET)
Join us to learn more about this year’s projects and celebrate 10 years of impact: spr.ly/6013BD1iMF
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One hour until the 2026 #AARPCommunityChallenge Grantee Announcement Event (2 p.m. ET)!
Join us live: spr.ly/6013BD194x
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Announcing the 2026 #AARPCommunityChallenge grantees – and marking 10 years of impact.
@AARP is investing $8.3M through 750 grants nationwide. 🧵
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We’re excited to see the long‑term impact of this year’s grants. Past grantees have shown strong results:
💰 50% attracted additional funding
✅ 88% helped overcome policy barriers
📢 100% increased awareness
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See all 750 #AARPCommunityChallenge grantees and explore their projects here:
🌐 spr.ly/6015BD19qd
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