The 2020 AARP Community Challenge is On!
Learn about the details and deadlines for this year’s “quick-action” grant program
AARP Livable Communities, February 5, 2020
The application period for the 2020 AARP Community Challenge is open!
The AARP Community Challenge provides small grants to fund “quick-action” projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages. Applications are being accepted for projects to improve housing, transportation, public space, technology (“smart cities”), civic engagement and more.
APPLY TO THE 2020 AARP COMMUNITY CHALLENGE!

Please read this page and the following downloadable materials before starting the application process. When ready, click on the image or one of the yellow “Apply” bars to register for the 2020 AARP Community Challenge.
Attachment A: Sample Online Application
Attachment B: Sample ‘After-Action’ Report
Attachment C: Past Challenge Projects
Attachment D: Required Deliverables
Challenge Overview: A PDF of the information on this page
Challenge Home Page: AARP.org/CommunityChallenge
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- Stay informed about the AARP Community Challenge and more: AARP Livable Communities e-Newsletter
SEE PAST PROJECTS!
- Videos from the 2019 AARP Community Challenge
- Videos about Housing, Transportation and Public Spaces
APPLY TO THE 2020 AARP COMMUNITY CHALLENGE!
Important Dates
- April 1, 2020: Applications are due by 11:59 pm (ET)
- May 26, 2020:Applicants will be notified of their status this week
- July 15, 2020: The selected grantees will be announced to the public — and the project work can begin — on or around this date
- November 9, 2020:All funded projects must be completed
- December 11, 2020: Deadline for after-action reports
https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/community-challenge/info-2020/2020-challenge.html