The 2026 AARP Community Challenge is pairing $2,500 microgrants with added support, including up to two hours of coaching for a walkability or safe cycling project that benefits residents, especially those age 50 or older.

Do a Walk Audit

These grantees will use the AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit and guidance from America Walks to improve their community's walkability.

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Do a Bike Audit

These grantees will use the AARP Bike Audit Tool Kit and guidance from The League of American Bicyclists to improve their community's bikeability.

LEARN ABOUT THE MICROGRANT

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The AARP Community Challenge

Learn more about this year's Challenge and the grantee projects from years past.

VISIT AARP.org/CommunityChallenge

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