AARP Community Challenge
Grants support action projects, helping urban, rural and suburban communities make immediate improvements and jump-start long-term progress to support residents of all ages.
Organization
AARP
Eligibility
Nonprofit Organization
Government and Tribes
Focus
Education
Infrastructure and Acquisitions
Maintenance and Stewardship
Related Resources
A.L.M. Charities & Gasser Construction
The Big Dig Community Service Project Grant Program
The Big Dig grant serves as a catalyst to enhance employee communities in select Wisconsin Counties through the completion of community service projects for children, families and bridging age gaps. Projects could include improvements to playgrounds, parks, trails and other outdoor recreation gathering places and more.
Wisconsin Economic Development
Small Business Technical Assistance Program
The Small Business Technical Assistance Program seeks to increase traditional small business activity across Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Angler R3 (Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation)
The goals of the Angler R3 grant program are to grow the numbers of anglers in Wisconsin and expand angling participation among adults, particularly from non-traditional audiences.
Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association: 2025 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
Bureau of Economic Analysis: 2024 Economic Statistics for Wisconsin
Adventure Travel Trade Association: Travel Market Sizing and the New Adventure Traveler
KOA: 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report
American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
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