We fund grants that help older taxpayers secure the refunds and credits they've earned. This includes free tax preparation, assistance applying for property tax relief, and helping eligible taxpayers access …

Jan 7, 2026 · AARP’s flagship Community Challenge grants range from a few hundred dollars for short-term activities to $15,000 for larger initiatives. Since 2017, the average grant has been between …

AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age.

To apply for a AARP Community Challenge Grant, go to aarp.org/CommunityChallenge

Jun 18, 2025 · By funding innovative, quick-action projects that spark change and build momentum for improved public places, community engagement, housing options and transportation services, the …

Jan 13, 2026 · AARP’s Community Challenge grants support nonprofits and local governments creating projects to enhance age-friendly communities.

Since its debut in 2017, the AARP Community Challenge has invested $24.3 million in 2,100 livability projects, with a focus on meeting the needs of adults age 50 or older. In 2026, AARP is doubling its …

Building great communities takes time, but quick actions can spark long-term progress. Launched in 2017, the AARP Community Challenge is celebrating its 10th year of awarding grants that help …

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with a membership that helps people 50-plus have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a …

One in four Americans cares for aging loved ones. Learn how AARP fights for solutions that save caregivers time, money, and stress.