Giving back
We've invested in the communities we serve for nearly a century – and will continue to invest for years to come.
You can make a difference
For over 100 years, making a difference in the places where we live and work has been at the core of who we are as Lowe's associates. Our community impact focus areas include improving community spaces, critical home repairs, disaster relief and skilled trades education. Whether it's through our associate volunteer programs or the way we step up to help neighbors in the aftermath of disaster, we are there to support and improve our communities.
"Giving back and helping in the community does hold a special place in my heart. I'm an advocate of, if you give back to others it will be given back to you. This is the reason I feel our company, my district and my team are so successful because we all give back."
Rico A., Assistant Planning Manager
"Hurricanes Helene and Milton highlighted Lowe’s spirit, with the Command Center and enterprise teams prioritizing associate safety, customer needs, and community aid through a $12 million donation. Over 17,000 truckloads of supplies were sent to Southeast stores, reinforcing Lowe’s commitment to showing up when communities need us most."
Lindsay R., Command Center Consultant
"Lowe’s made it super easy to transition. The leadership team I work with is very supportive. I could not ask for a better place to work or for a better company than Lowe’s."
Miles H., Training Supervisor, U.S. Army Veteran
Skilled Trades Education
Studies show that 88% of contractors report trouble finding skilled workers, and an estimated 501,000 new skilled tradespeople will be needed to meet demand in 2024 alone.
This is why the Lowe's Foundation is developing a community of skilled tradespeople to build and revitalize our homes, neighborhoods and infrastructure for the future. This comes to life through the Foundation's Gable Grants program, a five-year, $50 million commitment to community and technical colleges and community based nonprofits and national nonprofits with a strong local presence.
We are also proud to offer our Track to the Trades program, a workforce development initiative that offers all Lowe's associates access to tuition-free skilled trades certifications to jumpstart a rewarding career in the trades.
This is why the Lowe's Foundation is developing a community of skilled tradespeople to build and revitalize our homes, neighborhoods and infrastructure for the future. This comes to life through the Foundation's Gable Grants program, a five-year, $50 million commitment to community and technical colleges and community based nonprofits and national nonprofits with a strong local presence.
We are also proud to offer our Track to the Trades program, a workforce development initiative that offers all Lowe's associates access to tuition-free skilled trades certifications to jumpstart a rewarding career in the trades.
Environmental sustainability
From the products on our shelves to our daily business practices, we're committed to developing a more sustainable future. Since 2016, we have reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 49%.
In December 2022, we announced our goal to reach net-zero emissions across our full value chain, including scopes 1, 2 and 3 by 2050. Since 2020, we have reduced our total energy consumption by 3% and total electricity use by 17%.
In December 2022, we announced our goal to reach net-zero emissions across our full value chain, including scopes 1, 2 and 3 by 2050. Since 2020, we have reduced our total energy consumption by 3% and total electricity use by 17%.