The Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation funds nonprofit organizations and public agencies that support our charitable goals. The foundation’s primary philanthropic focus centers on K-12 public education and community improvement. Within these areas, Lowe’s foundation is primarily committed to supporting projects that have the greatest impact on our communities and align with our core business – home improvement.
We believe education is the cornerstone to building bright futures and stronger communities. Our long-established commitment to improving educational opportunities is best exemplified by our signature education grant program, Lowe’s Toolbox for Education®. Since its inception in 2006, Lowe’s Toolbox for Education has contributed more than $34 million to 7,500 schools in the United States.With schools and community groups continuing to face financial challenges, Lowe’s foundation again focused on basic needs in 2012, funding a variety of improvements for schools and community gathering places.
The Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation supports partnerships with SkillsUSA®, the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Keep America Beautiful and other nonprofit organizations. It’s comprised of an eight-member board of directors. The board includes representatives from various departments within Lowe’s, from store operations and human resources to the legal and tax teams, supplying a diversity of thought, leadership and experience to help shape the foundation’s work. Marshall Croom, Lowe’s chief risk officer, is chairman of the foundation.
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Lowe’s Toolbox for Education®
Expanding Opportunities
Boys & Girls Clubs of America