The Lowe’s Hometowns grant will enable the Galax Fire Department to convert a residential structure next to the firehouse into an educational facility with fire prevention training rooms. Work will involve installing flooring, painting, ADA upgrades, seating construction and prevention prop installation.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire is a place built to inspire and enable all youth. The Club needs new flooring and a full-service kitchen with a large refrigerator, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and an area for kids to sit. All of this would ensure more children receive a meal so that they don’t go home hungry. Upgrades to this facility will ensure the community’s youth have a great place to grow, learn, and feel safe.

The Wakefield Foundation exists to preserve and restore the former Wakefield High School Building, built in 1919. The organization also preserves local history, provides educational opportunities, and offers programs and activities for the Wakefield community and surrounding areas. The Foundation's plan is to increase accessibility to its second-floor auditorium by adding a restroom to better serve people with disabilities and older patrons. The auditorium supports events such as performances, weddings , receptions, classes and community events and meetings.

A park that was destroyed in a 2016 tornado seeks assistance in repairing the area — including the baseball field, basketball court and concession stand. The renovated facility will provide much-needed recreational space and opportunities for local youths and citizens of all ages and beautify the destroyed area.

A state park seeks assistance in maintaining 80+-year-old cabins within the park that are listed on the National Historic Registry. This project will supplement volunteer efforts from a Youth Conservation Corps project and a Cabin Work Week with staining, painting and making repairs to the cabins.

An emergency services center that serves more than 26,000 people per year needs renovations. The center provides emergency services to men, women and children facing unmet basic needs and emergency situations as well as affordable housing solutions for the homeless. As a food, clothing, diaper and household items distribution center and mail drop location for the homeless, the improvements will help the center to continue to address the critical needs of the community.