T‑Mobile has announced its latest 25 Hometown Grants recipients. With up to $50,000 awarded per town to help fund local projects, T‑Mobile has invested more than $20 million in grants to 450 small towns and rural communities across 48 states and Puerto Rico over the span of four years.

Since Hometown Grants started in 2021, towns have utilized the funding for projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life. In Prattville, Alabama, the library is transforming a donated trailer into an expanded library hub; in Paris, Arkansas, a vacant lot will become a vibrant downtown park; and in Dale, Texas, a new pavilion and free public Wi-Fi network will help bridge the digital divide. To date, the program has generated more than 179,000 volunteer hours and supported 2,038 jobs in these communities.

“When we launched Hometown Grants four years ago, we set out to make a real difference for small towns across America, and that’s exactly what’s happening with 450 projects now reaching 2.6 million people — with even more to come,” said Jon Freier, President, T‑Mobile Consumer Group. ​“These communities are full of creativity and resilience, and through projects like new trails, upgraded libraries and revitalized historic venues, it’s incredible to see how their passion can spark lasting change for a better future.”

Here are the next 25 Hometown Grant recipients and their projects:

• Prattville, Ala.: Transform a donated programming trailer into an inspiring, fully renovated library program space with an exterior mural, addressing the main library’s functionality and creating an inviting venue for nearly 500 annual community programs. 

• ***Wetumpka, Ala.: Expand the Family Resource Center by constructing a full bathroom with showers and a new office, meeting urgent needs and strengthening capacity to support families in crisis.

• **Paris, Ark.: Revitalize a vacant downtown lot into Union Bank Park, creating a vibrant public space that supports local businesses and fosters community pride.

• Heber, Calif.: Upgrade communications technology at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to enhance operational readiness and community engagement.

• ***Milford, Del.: Install new, accessible public restrooms in downtown Milford to enhance the visitor experience, support local businesses, and encourage greater use of the Delaware Bayshore Byway.

• Peosta, Iowa: Construct a multi-purpose pavilion with restrooms at Kelly Oaks Park, expanding accessible recreation, education, and community gathering opportunities while preserving the park’s natural ecosystem.

• Bonners Ferry, Idaho: Build a safe, engaging playground at North Idaho Classical Academy to promote physical activity, creativity, and social connection for students and the broader community.

• Moline, Ill.: Install a Musco Mini-Pitch Soccer System at Riverside Park to expand recreational opportunities for the city’s diverse population.

• **Columbia City, Ind.: Upgrade outdated meeting room and auditorium technology with a modern, integrated system to ensure reliable, high-quality functionality for community programs and events.

• Gardner, Kan.: Construct a community basketball court honoring a local mother, creating a dedicated recreational space that promotes fitness, social connection, and community pride.

• ***Taylorsville, Ky.: Create the SCPL Library Makerspace program that empowers artists, entrepreneurs, and youth to explore technology and tools that foster creativity and innovation. 

• ***West Monroe, La.: Develop a park along the Ouachita River with signage, landscaping, and programming to activate an underused area and connect downtown West Monroe to the riverfront.

• Bangor, Maine: Upgrade the Penobscot Theatre Company’s sound system to ensure high-quality productions, revitalize a historic venue, and strengthen its role as a cultural and community hub.

• Laurinburg, N.C.: Launch the Library Connection Cruiser to deliver books, technology, and programs to rural communities, expanding equitable access to library resources. 

• ***Hickory, N.C.: Modernize the West Hickory Senior Center by replacing its roof and HVAC system to ensure a safe, comfortable space for senior programs and services.

• Keene, N.H.: Install a mobile outdoor stage to host free downtown performances and events, supporting small businesses and activating public spaces.

• Jefferson, Ore.: Build a welcoming park that honors a beloved resident while offering a family-friendly gathering space and rest stop for cyclists visiting Jefferson.

• The Dalles, Ore.: Construct shade canopies at Federal Street Plaza to create a versatile downtown gathering place that encourages year-round community use.

• Johnstown, Pa.: Transform a vacant, blighted property into a community pocket park that provides greenspace, social connection, and supports downtown revitalization.

• Coatesville, Pa.: Implement the Future Innovators project to empower underprivileged youth through hands-on STEAM education and creative community learning hubs that foster innovation, workforce development, collaboration and future-ready skills.

• Dale, Texas: Install a mesh Wi-Fi network and build a historic train-themed pavilion at the Dale Community Center to expand internet access and create a unique public gathering space.

• Mesa, Wash.: Create a school and community garden with a greenhouse and park to promote hands-on learning and healthy living.

• **Two Rivers, Wis.: Install a new ADA-compliant kayak launch and paddle ramp on the West River to make recreational paddling fully accessible to all residents and visitors.

• Madison, W.Va.: Establish a community-driven farmers market and education hub that promotes healthy food access, local agriculture, and sustainable growing practices.

• Huntington, W.Va.: Create an inclusive Sensory Garden at the Huntington Children’s Museum to enrich sensory experiences with interactive plants, sound elements, and mobility-friendly design.

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