The Room in the Inn, a single site of service for those experiencing homelessness, was designed to accommodate 50 people. Now, more than 200 individuals rely on the organization daily. This project will make updates to the building to create a welcome environment where the community can connect to services that help reach long-term solutions.
RestoreOKC works to tackle generational cycles of poverty by creating equitable opportunities for growth and trade skills for neighbors. Through Lowe’s Hometowns, RestoreOKC will complete its new, 3,200-square foot Skilled Trades Workshop to provide exposure for job trainees to woodworking, plumbing, electrical, finish carpentry, and more.
The Rapoport Academy Public School’s Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program will complete a fabrication lab, create an outdoor classroom with raised flower beds and picnic tables, and renovate the school’s food truck all to create an engaging outdoor learning experience focusing on sustainability and entrepreneurship.
"A Place to Call Home" will provide updates, repairs and enhancements and improve years of extensive wear and tear to transform its space and continue to provide a safe and supportive living environment for adults living with mental health disorders.
With a new, larger home that provides additional space to house young mothers and their children, Our Mother’s Home will provide necessities and educational services for its residents, including community education classes, a computer lab, and a clothing store for both residents and other young families in the community.
Omaha Street School, a private alternative high school where teens get their last chance to earn a high school diploma, is in high demand. In order to expand enrollment from 35 to 50 students, they will repurpose and renovate two classrooms to create a beautiful backdrop for second chances.
Oasis a Safe Haven is creating social change through empowerment and support for victims of domestic violence and assault. Mothers and children will be supported with an upgraded children's area and education building, new landscaping and outdoor playground equipment.
The NextStep Recycling Warehouse is a hub for providing educational opportunities to at risk groups with a focus on donated computer and household electronics. The Lowe’s Hometowns grant will upgrade their space with light construction and new furnishings, and also add a handicap restroom.
The New Paltz Youth Program offers year-round educational, recreational and social opportunities for New Paltz Middle School and High School students. Their 100-year-old building will receive new flooring, a new roof, a shed and gazebo with the Lowe’s Hometowns grant.
The Nations Ministry Center provides legal immigration services to refugees including citizenship application filings, housing and literacy/education assistance. The Lowe’s Hometowns grant will fund the installation of a new kitchen at the center, including floors, cabinets, countertops, lighting and more.