{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"KMOJCast","title":"01-07-2026 Jay Haapala, Community Engagement Director with AARP Minnesota, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to discuss community engagement efforts and the AARP Community Challenge Grant.","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/2f9c5d58\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":423,"description":" In the interview, Jay Haapala shared how AARP Minnesota is supporting local communities through engagement, connection, and innovation. He highlighted the AARP Community Challenge Grant, which provides funding for quick-action projects that make neighborhoods more livable for people of all ages — from public spaces and transportation to community connections and safety. Haapala encouraged local organizations and community leaders to explore the grant as a way to turn ideas into action and strengthen neighborhoods across Minnesota. aarp.org/communitychallenge","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/zs4eviQ3HE8Pq7ghnmLeQTdy2xaSHm6CKQRTDAMtL7g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzEyODEzLzE1OTYw/NjI0NDctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}