The Rosewood Heights Dispatch renovation will make it easier for firefighters and officers who are working in the space. This remodel would increase the amount of storage space for fire gear and EMS supplies, enclose the dispatch office and improve the living area where firefighters relax and train.

A pocket park on the DuPage River for the residents of the Greenbrook Habitat for Humanity community will further Habitat’s philosophy to build up communities by bringing people together. The Lowe’s Hometowns grant will provide a suitable gathering place for people to bring their children on a nice day and a community garden. This park will answer a need for the community and go a long way in creating true community spirit.

Project Compassion wants to refurbish its Free Cafe and Laundry facility's deck for access and safety. The accessible ramp leads to the organization's primary entrance. The organization also needs two new washers and dryers to help homeless mothers wash clothing, and they would like to add pantry shelving for families to take nonperishable meals home.

The Webber Township Fire Protection District Volunteers is requesting materials to update their current training/meeting facility. The project would include paint, flooring, trim work, cabinets with sink, microwave and range, updated bathrooms with new units and fixtures, new interior doors and overall organization of the area including adding shelving, desks, blinds, chairs, tables, a couch and whiteboards.

A youth center in a town that has lost 30 children to gun violence and other trauma wishes to renovate its space so it can support teens and families with limited resources who are struggling to find extracurricular activities to keep them safe and off the streets. With a goal to bring positivity back to the community, the renovations will ensure the space is inviting and helping teens create a better lifestyle for their future.

A facility that provides housing for homeless and poverty-level families seeks assistance in completing major repairs to its buildings. A combination of mechanical and exterior facade improvements will simultaneously enhance the quality of life for the homeless residents and generate a sense of pride for the entire community.