Sustainable Communities: Economic Resilience supports nonprofits removing barriers to employment-focused education and training so unemployed and underemployed adults can access family-sustaining jobs.
Supports organizations in NC’s Triangle region advancing environmental conservation, climate resilience, and community education—especially for vulnerable populations—through nature-based solutions and local advocacy.
Economic Catalyst supports economic development entities with training, infrastructure, and equipment projects to secure full-time jobs in North Carolina’s distressed or tobacco-dependent communities.
Thriving Communities Grant supports nonprofits pursuing sustainability, workforce development, and community resiliency projects to strengthen communities across Norfolk Southern’s 22-state network.
Supports Triangle-area nonprofits advancing youth leadership, education, and post-secondary success for ages 5–24 through general operating support.
Housing Affordability Grant Program supports Triangle nonprofits’ operations to secure land for affordable housing, preserve low-income rentals, and stabilize homeowners so residents can remain in their communities.