AARP Connecticut is now accepting applications for the 2022 Livable Communities Grant Program.
Donor Name: AARP
State: Connecticut
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/07/2022
Size of the Grant: up to $5,000
Grant Duration: 12 months
Details:
AARP is a national social impact non-profit organization that empowers people age 50+ to choose how they live as they age. AARP Connecticut’s state office is located in Hartford. They lead positive social change and deliver value to the 50+ population, including their members, through information, advocacy, and service.
AARP CT will evaluate grant requests from nonprofit organizations and municipalities that focus on any of the following areas:
- Affordable and accessible housing options for older residents
- Delivery of services to help residents age 50+ age in the setting of their choice
- Creating safe and enjoyable public spaces for all ages with a focus on the 50+ (bike and pedestrian infrastructure improvements, improving public parks, public art, safe street crossings, navigation, etc.)
- Public Transportation
- Fostering intergenerational and multi-cultural connection
- Financial security for low-income residents 50+
- Socialization and fostering community connection for older residents
- Education and awareness about LGBTQ elders
- Community accessibility for disabled residents.
Funding Information
Organizations will be selected in 2022 for grants up to $5,000. Grants will be one-time funding for a 12-month period starting when the grant is awarded.
Eligibility Criteria
The grants are open to incorporated organizations that are 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) non-profits and Connecticut municipalities who seek to make improvements in their neighborhood or community in Connecticut.
Ineligibility Criteria
AARP will not fund the following types of activities or organizations under this grant program:
- Political activities
- Studies with no follow-up action
- Publication of books or reports
- Acquisition of land and/or buildings
- Research and development for a for-profit or commercial endeavor
- Individuals/salary
- Commercial activity or for-profits
- Capital expenditures
- Ongoing operating expenses.
For more information, visit AARP.