CSX and Norfolk Southern Each Donate $100,000 to Red Cross Relief Efforts
Written by David C. Lester, Editor-in-Chief
American Red Cross
JACKSONVILLE & ATLANTA –– CSX and Norfolk Southern have each donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross to support relief efforts needed in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
Each railroad will also match employee contributions. CSX will match dollar for dollar, and Norfolk Southern will match two dollars to one dollar.
The CSX donation was announced Friday, September 27 by CSX CEO Joe Hinrichs, who said “The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene has deeply impacted the communities where our employees, families, neighbors, and customers live and work. Our contribution to the American Red Cross is a reflection of our dedication to ensuring that essential resources reach the people and communities that need them the most as they begin the long process of rebuilding and healing.”
Norfolk Southern announced its contribution on Monday, September 30, and NS CEO Mark George said “Our thoughts are with everyone navigating the aftermath of Helene, and our actions are in support of our employees, customers, and the communities where we all live and work. We are committed to supporting the American Red Cross in delivering immediate relief and long-term recovery. Our Employee Disaster Relief Program will provide financial aid directly to Norfolk Southern railroaders who have been affected. And we are working hard to get all impacted routes back online so we can provide access to those communities.”
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