Lowe’s Foundation has announced a new coalition aimed at boosting the skilled trades workforce, pledging to train one million workers by 2035. The partnership brings together industry leaders, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs to streamline pathways into construction, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC careers. By offering targeted training, mentorship, and job placement support, the initiative seeks to address the growing labor shortage and elevate earning potential for participants. The foundation’s move comes amid a national push to revitalize the trades and create sustainable, high‑paying jobs for the next generation.
Lowe’s Foundation launches skilled trades coalition to train 1M workers by 2035 hrdive.com
