The Communities We Serve

Union Pacific serves more than 7,000 communities where our employees live and work. We are committed to fostering strong, lasting relationships. 

Safety is our highest priority.

Community Rail Safety

Union Pacific is committed to safeguarding the communities our tracks touch. We take our responsibility to be good neighbors seriously. 

Community Ties Giving Program

Union Pacific invests in high-quality nonprofits that foster safe, prosperous and inclusive communities in the cities and towns where we operate.

Local Grants

Small and medium-size grants to organizations across our footprint. Selected through competitive process. 

Key Partnerships

Large-scale grants focused on significant, measurable impact in key communities. Selected by invitation only. 

Employee Match Programs

Union Pacific amplifies our employees’ generosity through GivePLUS, a charitable matching program.

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$3 Million

Total 2024 Employee Matching Gifts 

$19.85 Million

Total 2024 Giving

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2,359

Total 2024 Recipient Organizations across all programs

Sustainability & Environmental Initiatives

The Power of Rail Fuel Efficiency

About 500 miles

The distance railroads can move one ton of freight on a single gallon of fuel

22.2 million metric tons

Amount of GHG emissions customers avoided by using rail in 2024 (the equivalent to removing over 5 million cars from America’s highways)

75%

Moving freight by rail is 3-4 times more fuel-efficient than truck, reducing GHG emissions by up to 75%

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