07/02/2026

AARP Awards Community Grants Across Ohio

Twenty-four Ohio communities and organizations will receive 2026 AARP Community Challenge grants to support projects that make neighborhoods more livable, connected, and accessible for people of all ages. The awards come as Ohio marks its first year as an AARP Age-Friendly State and bring the program's total investment in Ohio to nearly $1 million since 2017.

National Church Residences Foundation received funding to provide digital skills classes for older adults living in senior housing communities, while Ohio Department of Development – BroadbandOhio will expand technology training and device access for older Ohioans. Other funded projects include home safety modifications, telehealth access, accessible parks and trails, pedestrian safety improvements, disaster preparedness, and initiatives that support aging in place across communities throughout the state.

Learn more about the 2026 Community Challenge recipients and funded projects in AARP's announcement.