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Final Report

January 2022 Presented by:

100 HOMETOWNS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction

2. Client Stories

3. Lowe’s 100 Hometowns By

The Numbers – People

4. Lowe’s 100 Hometowns By

The Numbers – Materials

5. Lowe’s 100 Hometowns By

The Numbers – States

1. Alabama

2. Arizona

3. Arkansas

4. California

5. Colorado

6. Connecticut

7. Washington D.C.

8. Delaware

9. Florida

10. Georgia

11. Illinois

12. Indiana

13. Iowa

14. Kentucky

15. Louisiana

16. Maryland

17. Massachusetts

18. Michigan

19. Minnesota

20. Mississippi

21. Missouri

22. Montana

23. Nebraska

24. New Jersey

25. New Mexico

26. New York

27. North Carolina

28. Ohio

29. Pennsylvania

30. Rhode Island

31. South Carolina

32. Tennessee

33. Texas

34. Utah

35. Virginia

36. Washington

37. West Virginia

6. Thank You Arizona Holmes Tuttle Clubhouse

CLIENT STORIES

MINGUS JOB ACCELERATOR – Mingus, TX

In June 2021, we enrolled our first participant for the residential program at Mingus Job Accelerator. We thought we would be able to finish the first two tiny houses so that he could arrive for his training the end of June. We did not anticipate the weather delays and funding issues needed to complete those first two houses. So we delayed the start of his session. The young man, 32 years of age, with Down syndrome had his eyes set on the "blue house". It became apparent that only the blue would do! I was willing to privately fund the completion, but finding a contractor who had the time to commit to the project was not easy. As word came that we might have a real shot at the Lowe's grant, interest in our project from area contractors became more real. At the end of July, when we received the news of the Lowe's grant, we started immediately finishing the blue house and just in time for our participant to enter his two weeks of training before starting a new job at a fine dining restaurant near his home. The blue house will forever be "David's House"!

1426 PROJECT – Seattle, WA

David H was released from incarceration and was in need of an employment opportunity. He is a skilled carpenter whose tools were stolen from the job site in which he was beginning work. He needed these tools to be able to complete his working interview as a skilled carpenter on a construction site to be able to begin earning and hired on full-time. Because of Lowe's 100 Hometowns initiative and our fully stocked Lowe's tool closet, David H. was able to complete his working interview and was hired on full-time as a skilled carpenter. This was life changing for David!

LINK UPDATES – Newport News, VA

Renee has been volunteering at LINK for just over a year and has been a client of LINKs for 3 plus years. Renee suffers from mental and physical health issues and is learning how to live independently after being homeless for many years. She was in the videos when the TV stations came in re the Lowe’s project. Renee was having a good day on TV day and succinctly told of her experiences with LINK as a client and a volunteer! She’s delighted to work at LINK and be paid a stipend for doing so, by AARP, it provides her with something to do during the day, companionship and continued mentoring from her case manager. Renee, like all of us, is a work in progress and continues the uphill climb to find peace for herself and the realization of her own strength of character. She continues to build up herself esteem and confidence by helping to help others who are in situations she previously experienced. Since the facility upgrades from the 100 Hometowns grant, Renee constantly brags how clean “HER” space is and how easy it is for all of us to keep it that way! (Her subtle way of telling us not to make a mess). The most meaningful transformations of the 100 Lowe’s Hometowns Projects were the lives. Below are just a few of the many stories that highlight the real human impact of these grants.

LOWE’S 100 HOMETOWNS BY THE NUMBERS – PEOPLE

3 3 4 4 5 6 7 7 8 8 9 10 13 13 16 20 27 30 41 50 75 80 86 100 108 112 113 124 209 0 50 100 150 200 250 HIRED VENDORS 1,291 Total Racial/ethnic minority in that community (384,693 – 29%) Older adults (51 and over) (338,593 – 25%) Children under 12 (272,338 – 20%) People who are living below federal poverty line (273,568 – 20%) Non-native English speakers (203,906 – 15%) Immigrants (149,475 – 11%) Youth 13-19 (137,362 – 10%) Single parent households (130,692 – 10%) People with disabilities (108,055 – 9%) Uninsured/under insured homeowners or tenants (100,535 – 8%) People with significant unmet needs (111,297 – 8%) People with food insecurities (107,332 – 8%) People with physical health issues (63,894 – 5%) People with mental health issues (55,982 – 4%) People who are unemployed/underemployed (54,576 – 4%) Veterans (45,277 – 3%) LGBTQ+ (38,680 – 3%) People who are homeless/underhoused (33,096 – 2%) Formerly incarcerated people (17,294 – 2%) Undocumented people (23,148 – 2%) Refugees/asylum seekers (3,034 - .25%) PEOPLE IMPACTED 1,346,624 Total ENGAGEMENT 6,448 Total 1, Lowe’s Employee Volunteers 4, Community Volunteers 11, Employee Volunteer Hours 40, Community Volunteer Hours

LOWE’S 100 HOMETOWNS BY THE NUMBERS

THE STATES

IMPACT BY STATE

COMMUNITY BENEFICIARIES TOTAL INVESTMENT HIRED VENDORS – 69 TOTAL CITIES

37 LOWE'S VOLUNTEERS FROM ALABAMA CONTRIBUTED 69 HOURS IN 4

PROJECTS FOR THE LOWE’S 100 HOMETOWNS

Lumber Used (linear ft) 7,595 Landscaping Plants 20 Flooring Installed (sq. ft) 2,600 Landscaping Stone (cubic yds) 18 Landscaping Fabric (sq. ft) 1,820 New Tools Purchased 10 Metal Installed (linear Ft) 1,040 New Appliances 10 Concrete (lbs) 800 Doors Installed 9 Drywall (sq. ft) 384 Windows Installed 6 Paint/Primer (gallons) 207 Trees 4 Light Fixtures Installed 29 MATERIALS USED 1 2 2 3 3 4 6 11 12 12 12 0 15 Flooring Installers Landscape Architects Electricians Plumbers HVAC Technicians Equip. Operators Landscapers Contractors Roofers Painters Carpenters TOTAL PEOPLE IMPACTED 35, ALABAMA

• Brundidge $60,
• Elba $98,
• Elberta $125,
• Tuskegee $100, “Lowe's investment inspired others to help out with the project and it has helped the Center with fundraising. Donors have been excited about the work and they have been generous. Across the street neighbors (a business) volunteered to help, saying "anyone who is going to make our town look better deserves to get all the help we can give." Another member of the community, the chairwoman of the local chapter of one of the largest African American women's club in the nation, called and came by to say how much the work was contributing to the community, both in improving the downtown area and making it more welcoming and by showing that people outside the community--as in Lowe's--think the town is worth investing in. Many people have commented on how it makes them proud and glad to live here.” Jay Lamar Project Manager Tuskegee Human and Civil Rights Multicultural Center Racial/ethnic minority (63%) Older adults (51 and over) (39%) Living below federal poverty line (21%) Youth 13-19 (18%) Disabilities (12%) Children under 12 (5%) Veterans (5%) Physical health issues (2%) Immigrants (2%) Mental/emotional health issues (1%) Unemployed/under employed (1%) Single parent households (1%) *Demographic data based on census data for each of these communities.^ Food insecurities (1%)

IMPACT BY STATE

COMMUNITY BENEFICIARIES TOTAL INVESTMENT HIRED VENDORS – 5 TOTAL CITIES

MATERIALS USED 1 1 1 2 0 5 Shade Structure Installers HVAC Technicians Painters Flooring Installers TOTAL PEOPLE IMPACTED 1, ARIZONA

• Mesa $15,
• Tucson $175,

58 LOWE'S VOLUNTEERS FROM ARIZONA CONTRIBUTED 99 HOURS IN 2

PROJECTS FOR THE LOWE’S 100 HOMETOWNS

Children under 12 (77%) Racial/ethnic minority in that community (66%) Living below federal poverty line (43%) Single parent households (34%) Youth 13-19 (23%) People with physical health issues (17%) Significant unmet needs (17%) Non-native English speakers (15%) People with mental/emotional health issues (14%) People with disabilities (13%) People who are homeless/underhoused (3%) LGBTQ+ (2%) Food insecurities (2%) Older adults (51 and over) (1%) Immigrants (1%) “The Holmes Tuttle Clubhouse has been an anchor in the Pueblo Gardens community for decades. The facility is a resource for Club Families and various partner organizations including schools, neighborhood associations, and churches in neighboring areas that use the site to host their events and programs. We anticipate that the upgrades completed to the Clubhouse this fall will support us with recruiting and retaining more Club members in the years ahead.” Karin Malbrough Project Manager Holmes Tuttle Clubhouse (Boys and Girls Clubs of Tucson) *Data based on membership applications and school populations. Flooring (linear ft) 6, Lumber (linear ft) 147 Paint/Primer (gallons) 74 New Tools Purchased 33 Picnic Tables 6 Playground Elements 5 HVAC Units 1

HOLMES TUTTLE CLUBHOUSE

The Holmes Tuttle Clubhouse was established in 1963 and is located in one of Tucson's most vulnerable communities. In 2020 across the entire organization, the majority of Club youth qualified for free or reduced- price school lunches (79%) and were racial or ethnic minorities (90%). Additionally, this Clubhouse has a strong relationship with a local foster care agency and engages up to 10 foster youth as members each season. In the surrounding neighborhoods, the number of families living below the poverty line range from 30-50%. The significant upgrades, renovations and replacements made from the grant resulted in increased enrollment, engagement and retention of Club members, increased interest among community partners and leaders to use the space and enhanced pride for Club staff and members. HIGHLAND SHADED STUDY AREA The biggest impact of this Lowe’s 100 Hometowns grant is the continued community investment in the functionality and aesthetic of an arts magnet school and a school with a large enrollment of special needs accommodations, particularly sensory-related needs. For the kids it means a new outdoor learning area with shade structure, picnic tables and games. They also had a unique opportunity to meet Arizona Cardinal, Kelvin Beachum who made the rounds at Red Vest Day and participated in a few different volunteer tasks. The student council was assembled that day and two student representatives from each classroom met with Kelvin and he gave a brief presentation on the value of leadership and giving back to the community. Holmes Tuttle Clubhouse

IMPACT BY STATE

ARIZONA

PROJECT IMPACT SUMMARIES

CITY OF PINE BLUFF OPPORTUNITY HOUSE

The Lowe's 100 Hometowns Grant was essential for the Opportunity House. The grant allowed for building preparations for upcoming renovations, clean-up of the interior of the building, redoing landscaping and purchasing much-needed equipment and materials for center operations. Formerly a neglected, abandoned eyesore for the community, the grant monies allowed the completion of much-needed interior and exterior work, resulting in the revived appearance of the building. The renewed appearance of the building had the most immediate and positive impact on the community. Another future positive effect is that the center is beginning on day one with all the necessary equipment and materials needed for operation and the ability to accept clients right away, putting Pine Bluff “ahead of the game.” PLAYGROUND AREA The grant helped to provide a safe and healthy outlet for stress and energy by installing commercial grade playground equipment with synthetic turf for youth ages 2-12. It is anticipated that this will assist in bridging the gap in childhood obesity. The biggest success was the joy and excitement that the playground instilled in the community and its residents, confirming that their needs are listened to and met. It has sparked a calling in the EJ Community Development Corporation to seek out other grants that will help meet the needs of the community! Playground Area - Osceola , AR

IMPACT BY STATE

ARKANSAS

PROJECT IMPACT SUMMARIES

IMPACT BY STATE

CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY BENEFICIARIES TOTAL INVESTMENT HIRED VENDORS – 69 TOTAL CITIES

• Bay Point $50,
• Carmichael $50,
• Gilroy $30,
• Los Angeles $100,
• Oakland $120,
• Richmond $125,
• Sacramento $55,
• Salinas $25,

152 LOWE'S VOLUNTEERS FROM CALIFORNIA CONTRIBUTED 801 HOURS IN 8

PROJECTS FOR THE LOWE’S 100 HOMETOWNS

Concrete (lbs) 21,740 Gravel (yds) 90 Flooring Installed (sq. ft) 7,694 Playground Elements Installed 41 Lumber Used (linear ft) 4,895 Light Fixtures 37 Drywall (sq. ft) 480 Trees 30 Paint/Primer (gallons) 467 Mulch (yds) 25 Landscaping Plants 391 Doors Installed 16 Metals Installed (linear ft) 285 Windows Installed 8 New Tools Purchased 131 New Appliances 4 MATERIALS USED “Building community partnerships, returning back to our roots, & providing fresh food access is what this is all about! We do this from the heart. It’s amazing to see Lowe’s out here really making a significant positive impact in our community.” Jasmine Cisneros Organizer Ambrose Community Garden 2 2 2 3 6 6 11 14 23 0 10 20 Carpenters Sign Makers Skilled Laborers Electricians Landscapers Plumbers Contractors Muralists Painters TOTAL PEOPLE IMPACTED 170, Living below federal poverty line (34%) Single parent households (33%) Children under 12 (26%) Older adults (51 and over) (22%) Racial/ethnic minority in that community (15%) Youth 13-19 (13%) Immigrants (13%) LGBTQ+ (10%) People with disabilities (8%) Undocumented people (7%) Non-native English speakers (7%) People with physical health issues (4%) People with mental/emotional health issues (4%) Veterans (4%) People who are homeless/underhoused (3%) People who are unemployed/under employed (2%) Significant unmet needs (1%) Food insecurities (1%) Refugees/asylum seekers (.6%) Uninsured/under insured homeowners or tenants (.4%) Formerly incarcerated (.2%)

IMPACT BY STATE

South Sacramento Clothes Closet CALIFORNIA RENOVATE THE COMMUNITY SHELTER The Lowe’s 100 Hometowns grant is transforming Ariel Shelter in multiple ways. When construction is complete, the result will be a healthier space that will impact not only residents but the clients who come for referral services and educational classes. It will also have an impact on the surrounding community as the space will become a point of pride for the neighborhood. This grant has also provided Ariel Shelter with an unexpected benefit in the form of added visibility and support from local government. Both the mayor’s office and the council person who serves their district have pledged ongoing involvement. RANCHO CIELO YOUTH CAMPUS LEADERSHIP GARDEN Because of the 100 Hometowns Project, Rancho Cielo now has a safer and more efficient garden space that allows for a bounty of produce for the dining room, students and staff, and even more community service opportunities for supporters. With the support of the grant, they were able to completely rehab all walking surfaces, making the area ADA-compliant and build protective barriers around planters to keep pests away from crops. GILROY CENTER FOR THE ARTS The achievements with the grant have been a blessing and have given a breath of life to a community arts center with tremendous heart and love for its community. The beautification of this center sends a loud message of worthiness and pride to an area that has been somewhat neglected for decades. The center was able to make exterior painting and lighting improvements, reduce vandalism and litter, add signage, provide more art classes for children and allow staff to offer art programs for adults. Since the writing of the grant, a partnership with a neighboring business, Neon Exchange, has created a wonderful alliance. SOUTH SACRAMENTO CLOTHES CLOSET This grant enabled the Clothes Closet to move out of an outdated two-car garage and into a new and larger space. This further allowed the closet to serve more clients in South Sacramento with free clean clothes. Before the grant, the clothes closet was hard to find, but the new building is much more visible to clients and easier to access. The volunteer team that serves clients is thrilled to have a new space to do their work. With almost double the space, they anticipate serving many more people in the community.

PROJECT IMPACT SUMMARIES

IMPACT BY STATE

COMMUNITY BENEFICIARIES TOTAL INVESTMENT HIRED VENDORS – 17 TOTAL CITIES

MATERIALS USED 1 2 5 5 0 5 Lanscape Architects Contractors Landscapers Shade Structure Installers TOTAL PEOPLE IMPACTED 250 COLORADO

17 LOWE'S VOLUNTEERS FROM COLORADO CONTRIBUTED 80 HOURS IN 1

PROJECT FOR THE LOWE’S 100 HOMETOWNS

Children under 12 (40%) Youth 13-19 (20%) Older adults (51 and over) (20%) People with disabilities (10%) People who are homeless/underhoused (10%) *Data based on estimated patronage. Irrigation hose (ft) 1, Bulbs Planted 630 Woodchips (cubic ft) 540 Concrete (lbs) 100 Metal (linear ft) 40 New tools purchased 20

• Grand Junction $47, “This grant has been that largest amount received for the Discovery Garden in its four years of existence. We have been slowly piecing the property together and this award has made the biggest difference. The Discovery Garden is completely maintained by volunteers and paid for by grants and donations. The library only provides the water source. Being able to complete three large projects in a matter of months will allow volunteers and the few staff involved to focus on details, programming and smaller projects that have needed attention. We would like to thank Lowe's and Points of Light for Keeping the Discovery Garden Growing and helping us expand in leaps and bounds. Our hometown is grateful for your generosity and support of this unique resource.” Kelsey Sprys Volunteer & Community Outreach Coordinator Mesa County Libraries

IMPACT BY STATE

COMMUNITY BENEFICIARIES TOTAL INVESTMENT HIRED VENDORS – 2 TOTAL CITIES

MATERIALS USED 1 1 0 5 Plumbers Electricians TOTAL PEOPLE IMPACTED 250

16 LOWE'S VOLUNTEERS FROM CONNECTICUT CONTRIBUTED 51 HOURS IN 1

PROJECT FOR THE LOWE’S 100 HOMETOWNS

Racial/ethnic minority in that community (98%) Children under 12 (92%) Living below federal poverty line (84%) Single parent households (58%) Youth 13-19 (8%) *Demographic data based on student registration records Drywall (sq. ft) 160 Lumber Used (linear feet) 120 Paint/Primer (gallons) 29 Light fixtures 12 New appliances 1 Windows 1

• Bridgeport $25, CONNECTICUT “The most important lesson learned was to communicate regularly with our Lowe’s partners. Working together to make sure that the plan was followed was incredibly important and the vast majority of the project was completed very quickly, which was a great success because our young people were able to use the space faster with less downtime. Our Red Vest Tuesday was also a fantastic success, as it was great to see everyone working together to make such a great impact in just one day,” Lorraine Gibbons Executive Director Cardinal Shehan Center

CARDINAL SHEHAN CENTER ART ROOM UPGRADE

The Lowe’s 100 Hometowns grant has impacted the Cardinal Shehan Center in a significant way. With Lowe’s help, upgrades were made to the Center’s arts and crafts room, as well as a digital arts space. A room that was once a total eyesore is now a clean, bright and inspiring space for young people to learn, grow and create in. Cracks and damaged were replaced and new lighting, flooring and storage installed. These improvements help show young people that they are deserving of top-quality resources. These young people are thrilled to now have a space in which they can explore the arts and produce their best work. The number of children currently participating in the After School & Saturday Program is now back to those of pre-COVID-19, and 250 young people are able to participate in art activities. This new space is allowing for new experiences and self- expression that has the potential to change lives. Cardinal Shehan Center Art Room Upgrade

IMPACT BY STATE

CONNECTICUT

PROJECT IMPACT SUMMARIES