Safety First Grant
Norfolk Southern’s Safety First Grant funds projects that promote community safety and safe behaviors within its 22-state rail network, especially those engaging first responders and public safety initiatives.
Funder: Norfolk Southern Corporation
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $2,500–$10,000 | Range: $1,000–$15,000 per grant
Summary: Supports organizations and programs that promote community safety and safe behavior within Norfolk Southern’s 22-state rail network.
Key Information: Applicants must be public 501(c)(3) nonprofits or government entities; only one grant per organization per year.
Description
The Safety First Grant Program, offered by Norfolk Southern Corporation, aims to promote community safety across its 22-state rail network. This grant supports organizations that directly provide safety services or operate programs that encourage safe behaviors, with a focus on strengthening relationships with first responders and supporting groups dedicated to enhancing safety in communities served by Norfolk Southern.
