Lowe’s partners with trio of military, veteran organizations
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Lowe’s announced that it has partnered with military community organizations, including the United Service Organization (USO), American Veterans (AMVETS) and Operation Finally Home.
Lowe’s said it is connecting its resources to affordable housing and training for veterans along with additional services.
“Lowe’s commitment to the military is longstanding and partnerships with these organizations allow us to form stronger connections with the military community,” said Joe McFarland, U.S. Marines veteran and Lowe’s executive vice president of stores. “We look forward to working closely with each organization to serve the military community through programs focused on safe, affordable housing and transitioning military into dynamic careers.”
Lowe’s national partnership with the USO will support military spouse programming and the USO’s Pathfinder program, which offers a network of resources and personalized support throughout all aspects of transition during military careers.
“The USO is honored to partner with Lowe’s to offer service members and military spouses interactive workshops and networking opportunities designed to help them land apprenticeships and jobs in the skilled trades,” said Lisa Anastasi, USO chief development and marketing Officer. “Together, we will connect them to the training and support they need to thrive in these career fields while navigating the frequent transitions of military life.”
AMVETS is the nation’s most inclusive congressionally-chartered veterans service organization representing the interests of 20 million veterans. Lowe’s partnership contributes scholarships and workforce training, helping veterans transition from military service to employment nationwide.
And the program has a big reach when it comes to assisting veterans.
“With Lowe’s, we’re looking to close the gap and offer scholarships and programs that place the military in highly-trained positions,” shares Rege Riley, national commander at AMVETS. “Through this effort, we plan on reaching 3 million individuals across our military channels.”
Operation Finally Home provides custom-built, mortgage-free homes and home modifications to wounded, ill and injured veterans and the widows of the fallen from all branches of the military. Lowe’s current partnership contributes home building and modification support to projects across the country.
“Lowe’s is an outstanding fit as we continue to bring builders, developers and volunteers together to help our heroes and their families,” said Rusty Carroll, executive director at Operation Finally Home.
Lowe’s currently offers differential pay during service, a 10% military discount and veteran parking spaces.
The company recently rolled out an option for veteran store associates to wear camo vests, in place of the traditional red Lowe’s vest.
Lowe’s said it is connecting its resources to affordable housing and training for veterans along with additional services.
“Lowe’s commitment to the military is longstanding and partnerships with these organizations allow us to form stronger connections with the military community,” said Joe McFarland, U.S. Marines veteran and Lowe’s executive vice president of stores. “We look forward to working closely with each organization to serve the military community through programs focused on safe, affordable housing and transitioning military into dynamic careers.”
Lowe’s national partnership with the USO will support military spouse programming and the USO’s Pathfinder program, which offers a network of resources and personalized support throughout all aspects of transition during military careers.
“The USO is honored to partner with Lowe’s to offer service members and military spouses interactive workshops and networking opportunities designed to help them land apprenticeships and jobs in the skilled trades,” said Lisa Anastasi, USO chief development and marketing Officer. “Together, we will connect them to the training and support they need to thrive in these career fields while navigating the frequent transitions of military life.”
AMVETS is the nation’s most inclusive congressionally-chartered veterans service organization representing the interests of 20 million veterans. Lowe’s partnership contributes scholarships and workforce training, helping veterans transition from military service to employment nationwide.
And the program has a big reach when it comes to assisting veterans.
“With Lowe’s, we’re looking to close the gap and offer scholarships and programs that place the military in highly-trained positions,” shares Rege Riley, national commander at AMVETS. “Through this effort, we plan on reaching 3 million individuals across our military channels.”
Operation Finally Home provides custom-built, mortgage-free homes and home modifications to wounded, ill and injured veterans and the widows of the fallen from all branches of the military. Lowe’s current partnership contributes home building and modification support to projects across the country.
“Lowe’s is an outstanding fit as we continue to bring builders, developers and volunteers together to help our heroes and their families,” said Rusty Carroll, executive director at Operation Finally Home.
Lowe’s currently offers differential pay during service, a 10% military discount and veteran parking spaces.
The company recently rolled out an option for veteran store associates to wear camo vests, in place of the traditional red Lowe’s vest.