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Lowe's Community Impact Grants (formerly Lowe's Hometowns)

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Summary

Anyone 21+ can nominate a community renovation project led by a nonprofit or government entity near a Lowe's store. Lowe's funds up to 100 projects a year in cash or gift cards, with no set amount. 2026 nominations closed March 20, 2026.

About this grant

Lowe's Community Impact Grants fund up to 100 physical renovation projects a year at community spaces such as community centers, shelters, first responder facilities, parks and skilled-trades programs. Members of the public nominate projects, and the grants go to the nonprofit or government entity that leads each one. Grants may be paid in cash or Lowe's gift cards. The 2026 nomination period ran February 18 to March 20, 2026.

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits
  • State and local governments
  • Individuals

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

Nominator: legal resident of the 50 states or DC, aged 21 or older

Project must be led by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or a government entity

Physical improvements that benefit the whole community (community centers, affordable housing, first responder facilities, community revitalization or skilled trades education)

Located in the U.S. within 30 miles of a Lowe's store

Must be completed by December 15 of the program year and offer volunteer opportunities for Lowe's associates

Projects for single individuals and community sports teams, activities or events are not eligible

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Community development
  • In kind

Money can be used for

  • Capital projects
  • Infrastructure

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