Community Ties Giving Program

For over 160 years, Union Pacific has helped Build America —serving as an economic engine and improving the quality of life for millions. 

Funding Opportunities

The Community Ties Giving Program 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. 

 

Empowering Our Communities

Union Pacific's success is deeply connected to the economic and social well-being of the communities we serve. We prioritize funding initiatives that align with our company’s heritage, strengths and workforce. Our funding focuses on four priority causes, ensuring meaningful impact in local communities. 

 

2024 Philanthropic Highlights

Union Pacific invested $19.8 million in communities across our network. 

2,359

Recipient Organizations

$646

Average employee matching gift 

$5.2 Million

Awarded through local grants