Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants
Eligibility
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants fund two tracks: (1) community colleges and technical schools offering skilled trades training programs, open March each year; (2) nonprofit organizations focused on skilled trades workforce development, which are invite-only in August. Indiana community colleges and workforce nonprofits are eligible. K-12 programs with a clear CTE or skilled trades pathway connection are the strongest fit.
Program Goals
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants support skilled trades education and workforce development programs. The Foundation's focus is on closing the skilled trades gap in the United States, including Indiana. Community college grants of up to $1 million over 5 years support construction, HVAC, electrical, and related trades programs. Indiana community colleges with strong CTE and trades pipelines, and Indiana nonprofits with workforce connections, are well-positioned for this program.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Community college applications are submitted through the Lowe's Foundation portal in March each year. The nonprofit track is invite-only in August — organizations cannot self-apply. Indiana community colleges with trades programs should monitor lowes.com/foundation for the March 2027 community college application window. Nonprofit organizations interested in the invite-only track should contact the Foundation directly.
Cycle Notes
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants run two tracks annually. Community college track: March application deadline, up to $1M over 5 years. Nonprofit track: invite-only, August. Indiana community colleges with CTE and trades programs are the primary eligible applicants. Monitor corporate.lowes.com/foundation for annual community college application windows.
Grant Award Amount
Community college grants award up to $1 million over 5 years. Nonprofit grant amounts vary and are determined by the Foundation through the invite-only process. Indiana community colleges with strong trades programs are the primary beneficiaries of the open grant track.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — physical computing tools for Indiana CTE and trades pipeline programs supported by Lowe's Foundation
- Coding for Good Kit — CS and technology curriculum for Indiana workforce development programs with Lowe's Foundation funding
- MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI literacy for Indiana CTE students learning to use technology in skilled trades
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants in Indiana?
Indiana community colleges and technical schools with skilled trades programs are eligible for the open March track. Indiana nonprofits focused on trades workforce development may be considered through the invite-only August track.
How much can Indiana institutions receive through Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants?
Community college grants award up to $1 million over 5 years. Nonprofit grant amounts vary.
When does the Lowe's Foundation community college grant open?
The community college track opens in March each year. Monitor corporate.lowes.com/foundation for the March 2027 application window.
Can Lowe's Foundation grants fund STEM and coding tools?
Yes, when connected to CTE, skilled trades, or workforce development program goals. Coding and technology tools that prepare Indiana students for tech-enabled trades are a strong fit.
How can Forward Education help with Lowe's Foundation grant applications?
Forward Education provides CTE curriculum alignment documents, pricing letters, and letters of support for Indiana programs. Contact us before submitting your application.
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- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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