Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants
Eligibility
US public school districts with CTE programs. Priority for skilled trades, construction, and technical education pathways. Tennessee districts are eligible.
Program Goals
Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants fund CTE facility improvements and equipment for skilled trades and technical education programs across the US. The program addresses the growing shortage of skilled trades workers by helping schools build stronger CTE programs.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted through the Lowe's Foundation website. Annual competitive cycle. Check foundation.lowes.com for the current application window.
Cycle Notes
Annual grant cycle. Tennessee districts are eligible. Monitor foundation.lowes.com for current opportunities.
Grant Award Amount
Awards up to $500,000 per district for CTE facility and equipment improvements.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit to design solutions to real-world challenges
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants?
US public school districts with CTE programs. Tennessee districts are eligible.
How much does Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants provide?
Awards up to $500,000 per district.
What types of CTE programs does Lowe's Foundation fund?
Skilled trades, construction, and technical education programs.
How do Tennessee districts apply?
Apply at foundation.lowes.com during the annual application window.
How can Forward Education help?
Our coding and physical computing tools support technology and technical pathways in CTE programs.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Tennessee standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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