The home improvement and appliance store Lowe’s has donated $2 million to Rebuilding Together in order to help the organization complete critical home repairs for low-income families nationwide.
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“Lowe’s is truly a committed partner in helping Rebuilding Together fulfill its vision of a safe and healthy home for every person,” said Charley Shimanski, president and CEO of Rebuilding Together. “From its financial contributions to the physical support of its employee volunteers, we are grateful to Lowe’s for its commitment to making a difference for families in need.”
Since 2007, Lowe’s has contributed more than $9 million to Rebuilding Together to improve local communities. Overall, the partnership has resulted in the renovation and rehabilitation of nearly 1,000 homes and has assisted approximately 11,000 low-income, elderly and disabled homeowners who needed property repairs, safety modifications, and energy-efficiency updates.
Joan Higginbotham, director of community relations at Lowe’s, called the partnership with Rebuilding Together a “pleasure” because the work that is completed impacts communities across the country.
“Helping our neighbors make much-needed updates to their homes builds a renewed sense of pride and engagement that’s contagious to others around them,” Higginbotham added.
