Union pacific community-based grant program

Throughout its existence, the success of Union Pacific's business has been inextricably linked to the economic and community well-being of cities and towns across the nation.

Local Grants are carefully aligned with the areas to their company's unique heritage, strengths, and assets. Specifically, they foundation prioritizes funding for direct services and efforts that build the capacity of organizations focused on the following causes within our local operating communities:. In order for communities to thrive, citizens must feel safe. Just as the safety of our employees and community members is paramount to how we operate, Union Pacific is committed to helping communities prevent and prepare for accidents and emergencies, so citizens get home safe at the end of each day.

As such, we prioritize funding for programs that seek to:. For over years, Union Pacific has helped stimulate economic growth in cities and towns throughout the nation by training and providing employment to millions of workers. More than ever, we are committed to ensuring citizens in our communities are able to achieve family-supporting careers like those offered by Union Pacific. The vibrancy of a community is an essential ingredient in attracting businesses and tourism, and establishing a desirable place for skilled workers and their families to call home.

Just as the railroad opened up avenues for sharing different cultures and experiences, we seek to ensure all citizens within our operating communities have access to special places in the community that celebrate cultural diversity, artistic expression, our natural environment, and the social interactions that enrich our lives.

Ultimately, we are committed to supporting the local economy by building and enhancing community spaces that contribute to the distinct identity of a city or town, creating destinations where families, businesses, and visitors want to be.

As such, we prioritize funding for programs and projects that achieve the following objectives:. Local Needs : Because no two communities are exactly alike, a small portion of our funding is allocated to assist local communities thrive in ways unique to them and meet vital local needs.

As such, we prioritize funding for programs that achieve the following:. All grant recipients must be non-profit, charitable organizations tax-exempt under section c 3 of the Internal Revenue Code and further, be classified as an organization described in sections a 1 or a 2 under b 1 A vii of the code.

United Way agencies must apply through the normal application process to be eligible for a grant. If you are a supplier, contractor or carrier, please visit the Suppliers page. Union Pacific. Emergencies: Safety In order for communities to thrive, all residents must feel safe. As such, we prioritize funding for programs that seek to: Encourage safe behaviors and prevent accidents through education and awareness, particularly projects which focus on rail, driver, bike, and pedestrian safety, and ensure outreach efforts reach diverse populations.

Eliminate risks and improve safe and equitable access to community spaces through infrastructure improvements, such as signage, proper lighting, and public trail improvements. Prevent crime and violent incidents through efforts that address the root causes of these issues and seek to mitigate their occurrence.

Provide homeless and at-risk populations access to safe shelter and services that ameliorate and prevent homelessness. Workforce Development For nearly years, Union Pacific has helped stimulate economic growth in cities and towns throughout the nation by training and providing employment to millions of workers. As such, we prioritize funding for programs that seek to: Put youth on the right track by creating awareness of family-supporting jobs like those Union Pacific offers, and building foundational skills, especially in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics STEM as well as necessary technical and life skills, to begin a trajectory toward these careers.

Programs that develop proficiency in areas of relevance to Union Pacific operations such as welding, electrical work, machine operations, and civil and electrical engineering are given priority. Programs that develop proficiency in areas of relevance to Union Pacific operations are given priority. Community Spaces Vibrant, diverse and inclusive communities are essential in attracting businesses and tourism, and establishing a desirable place for skilled workers and their families to call home.

Any organization interested in receiving a Local Grant must first complete a survey to determine eligibility. Organizations determined eligible to apply for a Local Grant through the Eligibility Survey are provided immediate access to a full Grant Application. This is your organization's opportunity to demonstrate how a one-year grant from the Community Ties Giving Program will help you accomplish your goals and, ultimately, further the Local Grants program objectives.

Grant applications will be accepted from June 1, through July 31, and applicants will be notified of the status of their application in September The application period is now closed. Please check in early for the full grant cycle timeline. The grant term is one year. See the schedule below under Timeline for further details.