Lowe’s opens its arms to Hometowns
As part of Lowe’s continued work to “make communities better for all,” it said, the home improvement company is accepting project nominations for Lowe’s Hometowns 2024.
“We have a responsibility to the communities we serve to be part of the solution to their most critical issues. Giving back is core to who we are and made possible by our associates’ ability to get things done," said Marvin Ellison, Lowe’s chairman and CEO.
Now through February 19, the retailer is encouraging people across the country to go to Lowes.com/Hometowns to nominate a project to be part of Lowe’s Hometowns.
In 2023, the company partnered with music icon and Tuskegee, Alabama native Lionel Richie to turn an undeveloped plot of land into a vibrant community space across from historic Tuskegee University. “Hello Park” is expected to open this spring.
“This place is so special to me. I grew up in the Tuskegee community. I spent my early years inspired by the Tuskegee Airmen, Booker T. Washington, George Washington Carver, just to name a few,” Richie said.
“And now, I want to build something where others can come to reflect on their lives. Hello Park will be a destination for light, inspiration and, more importantly, love for everyone who visits,” said Richie.
Now in its third year, the large retailer said, “the five-year, $100 million impact program revitalizes community spaces including food pantries, veteran support programs, first responder facilities, affordable housing services and community gardens.”
Each project, said the retailer, is supported by knowledgeable Lowe’s red vest associates, who contribute tens of thousands of volunteer hours and leverage a vast product assortment, services and network of pros to bring the renovations to life.
