Thriving Communities Grant
Norfolk Southern’s Thriving Communities Grant funds projects advancing sustainability, workforce development, and community resiliency within its 22-state rail network.
Funder: Norfolk Southern Corporation
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 (Full application submission deadline for 2026 cycle)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $2,500 to $10,000; requests may be from $1,000 up to $50,000.
Summary: Supports projects advancing sustainability, workforce development, and community resiliency in communities within Norfolk Southern’s 22-state network.
Key Information: Beginning in 2026, only public 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations are eligible.
Description
The Thriving Communities Grant Program, offered by Norfolk Southern Corporation, funds community-driven projects that promote sustainability, workforce development, and community resiliency across the company’s 22-state rail network. The program seeks to support organizations working to advance impactful initiatives in these focus areas, with an emphasis on projects located near the Norfolk Southern main line and those demonstrating strong community engagement and inclusion.
