SIBLEY, LOUISIANA — The Town of Sibley is proud to announce that it has been selected as one of only 750 communities nationwide to receive a 2026 AARP Community Challenge Grant through AARP’s Livable Communities initiative and AARP Louisiana.
This highly competitive grant program supports projects that create vibrant, safe, and accessible communities for residents of all ages. The Town of Sibley is honored to receive this investment as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing quality of life and expanding recreational opportunities for residents and visitors.
Funding from the grant will support the next phase of the Town’s recreation area improvement project by adding additional shaded picnic tables near the community playground. These improvements will provide comfortable gathering spaces for families, older adults, caregivers, and visitors while encouraging outdoor recreation and social engagement.
“We are incredibly grateful to AARP and AARP Louisiana for recognizing the Town of Sibley’s vision for a more livable community,” said Mayor Robert Smart. “These shaded picnic tables will create welcoming spaces where residents of all ages can rest, connect, and enjoy our recreational facilities. This investment helps us continue building a community that is inclusive, accessible, and family-friendly.”
The recreation area has become a popular destination for residents, featuring a walking track, playground, splash pad, and community gathering spaces. The addition of shaded seating areas will further enhance the park’s usability during Louisiana’s warm weather while supporting the Town’s goal of creating amenities that serve multiple generations.
The AARP Community Challenge grant program funds quick-action projects that can make a meaningful impact in communities nationwide. The Town of Sibley joins hundreds of communities across the country that are implementing innovative solutions to improve public spaces, transportation, housing, digital connectivity, and community engagement.
The Town of Sibley extends its sincere appreciation to AARP and AARP Louisiana for their partnership and investment in the future of our community.
For more information about the Town of Sibley’s recreation area improvements and community initiatives, contact Town Hall at (318) 377-0345, visit the Town’s website, www.sibleyla.com or follow Sibley Town Hall on Facebook.
About the AARP Community Challenge
The AARP Community Challenge is a grant program that funds quick-action projects designed to make communities more livable for people of all ages. Through the program, communities across the nation receive support for projects that improve public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and civic engagement.