Lowe's Continues Long-Standing Commitment to Education With $2.5 Million in Special Grants-Toolbox for Education(R) Celebrates 5 years; Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation Extends History of Giving after Record Year of Donation

-- Richmond, Va. Richmond City Public Schools to refurbish a classroom so that students can learn vocational skills in a bistro as part of the Career and Technical Education program.

-- San Antonio, Texas South San Antonio School District to renovate portable buildings to increase classroom space and provide better flooring, lighting, windows and air conditioning units.