CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming chapter of the AARP, formerly the American Association of Retired Persons, invites local eligible non-profit organizations to apply for the 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant program through March 6.
AARP Community Challenge grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections and more, according to AARP.
“AARP Wyoming is committed to helping communities across the state become great places to live for people of all ages with an emphasis on people age 50 and older,” said AARP Wyoming State Director Sam Shumway. “The Community Challenge Grant program has proven that quick-action projects can lead to long-lasting improvements enhancing Wyomingites’ quality of life.”
Since 2017, AARP has invested $16.4 million toward 1,370 projects – including 16 in Wyoming.
The Jackson Hole Land Trust was awarded a $10,250 grant from AARP in 2020 to provide benches in downtown Jackson. The Land Trust partnered with local artists and AARP’s Age Friendly Jackson to purchase and install the locally made benches.
Grants can range from several hundred dollars for small, short-term activities to tens of thousands for larger projects. All projects must be completed by Dec. 15, 2024. To submit an application and view past grantees, visit www.AARP.org/CommunityChallenge.
