Lowe's Foundation: STEM and Skilled Trades Grants
What This Grant Funds
The Lowe's Foundation's Gable Grants program funds skilled trades education and STEM programs for K-12 students and community college learners. Grants support hands-on learning environments, tools, equipment, and curriculum that build practical skills in construction, technology, engineering, and related fields. Physical computing and coding are included in the Foundation's STEM priorities, particularly when connected to practical applications in the built environment or infrastructure.
Who Is Eligible in Pennsylvania
K-12 schools, community colleges, and nonprofits offering skilled trades or STEM education programs in Pennsylvania are eligible. Pennsylvania has Lowe's stores in communities across the state, and the Foundation funds programs nationally in communities where Lowe's operates. Organizations serving students who are pursuing career and technical education (CTE) pathways are especially well positioned to apply.
Funding Amounts
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants can reach up to $1,000,000 over five years for large infrastructure projects. Smaller program grants are also available for curriculum and equipment needs. Check the Lowe's Foundation website for current grant tiers and maximum award amounts in the current funding cycle.
How Forward Education Products Qualify
Forward Education's physical computing kits and coding tools fit within Lowe's Foundation priorities for hands-on technology skill building. When framed as preparation for careers in engineering, construction technology, or smart building systems, our micro:bit curriculum connects to the Foundation's skilled trades focus. Schools and CTE programs can document how coding and physical computing skills translate directly to modern trade careers.
How to Apply and Timeline
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants accept applications through the Foundation's online portal. Deadlines and requirements vary by grant tier. Large multi-year grants require a detailed program plan, budget, and outcome measurement approach. Smaller grants may have simpler application requirements. Review the Foundation's current priorities on its website before applying to confirm alignment.
Visit the Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants page for guidelines and the application portal.
