SWTrails PDX is thrilled to announce we have been selected to receive a 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant. We were one of only 343 grantees selected (out of over 3,300 applications) from across all 50 states, Washington D.C, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
We will use this AARP quick-action grant of $5,000 to replace missing and damaged way-finding signs along our 54 -mile urban trail system. Learn more about our Sign Management program by exploring the Urban Trail Sign Inventory Dashboard.
“We are incredibly proud that AARP selected SWTrails for this investment to make SW Portland more livable for residents of all ages,” stated Debbie Small, President of SWTrails. “AARP is a nationwide leader in making communities more livable and we are honored that they see the tangible value this project will bring to our area.”
About the AARP Community Challenge
The AARP Community Challenge grant program funds innovative, quick-action projects that inspire change in areas such as public places; housing; transportation; digital connectivity; community resilience; and more. With additional funding support provided by Toyota Motor North America, the program is also increasing its investment in pedestrian safety projects that will improve streets and sidewalks, create vibrant pedestrian infrastructure, engage community members and much more.
This is all part of AARP’s nationwide work on livable communities, which supports the efforts of neighborhoods, towns, cities and counties across the country to become great places for all. AARP believes that communities should provide safe, walkable streets; affordable and accessible housing and transportation options; access to needed services; and opportunities for residents to participate in community life.
To learn more about the projects being funded by the AARP Community Challenge across the nation, including all 343 granted projects this year, visit aarp.org/CommunityChallenge.
This is one more example of how our community is helping us… help the trails!
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