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Building Back America's Trades

Bringing Back America's Trades, Presented by the Lowe's Foundation

Skilled trades professionals power our homes, infrastructure and communities — yet their contributions too often go underrecognized. With the construction industry in need of 349,000 new skilled workers in 2026 alone*, these careers offer an accessible path to stable, high-opportunity work, with the power, potential and promise to strengthen communities.

The Lowe’s Foundation is taking action to solve the critical skilled trades labor shortage and to help fulfill dreams for the next generation of Pros. Building Back America’s Trades, a new three-part series produced by the Lowe’s Foundation premiered on Magnolia Network, HBO max and discovery+, spotlights aspiring tradespeople and their mentors who represent the evolving face of today’s workforce. This docuseries brings the Lowe's Foundation's commitment to life, showcasing the people powering America’s future. 

Explore the new docuseries!