The Salvation Army of Carthage Community Garden will supply fresh fruits and vegetables to a partner food pantry. Installing a greenhouse, tool shed and lumber to build raised beds would allow this garden to flourish.

The Children’s Haven of Southwest Missouri provides temporary shelter to area children in a safe, secure environment while their parents resolve a family crisis. After ten years of serving more than 100,000 healthy meals and snacks over the years, it’s time for a kitchen refresh. The Lowe’s Hometowns grant will provide a brand-new kitchen as well as resolve plumbing issues and repair a damaged subfloor.