Supporting Our Communities

The BNSF Railway Foundation invests in the communities across the 28 states through which BNSF operates, and where BNSF employees live, work and volunteer. Recent donations include: Providing Clothing and Hygiene Products for Low Income Youth The Arlington Kids Kloset provides new and quality used clothing, shoes, and hygiene products free of charge. This service

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Streamlining Truck Entrance into Intermodal Facilities

BNSF has a long-standing history of utilizing technology to keep the global economy moving. As a technology leader, we’re constantly exploring and adopting new tools to enhance the safety and efficiency of our operations. Our South Seattle Intermodal Facility’s touchless automated in-gate system pilot program is a perfect example. The in-gate system admits trucks more

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Supporting Our Communities

The BNSF Railway Foundation invests in the communities across the 28 states through which BNSF operates, and where BNSF employees live, work and volunteer. Recent donations include: Connecting Families with Sanitized Furnishings Community Warehouse connects Portland-area families in need with essential furnishings. In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the organization, with BNSF Railway Foundation funding,

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Stay Safe Near Railroad Tracks This Summer

BNSF urges the public to be safe near railroad tracks as summer’s longer days and warmer temperatures near. Crossing railroad tracks away from a designated crossing is both illegal and dangerous. Please heed these easy steps to ensure your safety near the railroad: Always expect a train at any time. Trains don’t travel on fixed

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BNSF, Food Producers Keep Grocery Stores Stocked

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the food supply chain has been stretched working to meet extraordinary demand. Fewer people dining at restaurants or ordering takeout means more home cooking, more grocery shopping and more food flying off store shelves. Food producers and common carriers like BNSF Railway are working together to meet the need for

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Supporting Food Security Across Our Network

The BNSF Railway Foundation supports the critical efforts of food banks that serve the communities where BNSF employees live, work and volunteer. During the pandemic, food security is a priority. Recent donations include: Funding Supplemental Food Needs in Bonner Count The BNSF Railway Foundation recently awarded a $5,000 grant to the Bonner Community Food Bank,

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BNSF Implements Virtual First Responder Training

Every year, BNSF trains 6,000 to 10,000 first responders in Railroad Emergency Response and Hazardous Material Awareness. This year is no different even with COVID-19. Thanks to virtual training initiated by BNSF, first responders are able to learn from the comfort of their homes and stations. During 90-minute webinar sessions, full-time and volunteer emergency workers

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New Rail Bridge Under Construction in Vancouver, WA

Folks who have ventured down to the Vancouver Marine Park boat launch have likely seen a new bridge taking shape. It’s hard to miss—the steel truss structure is much taller than its surroundings. The new structure is a railroad bridge that will replace a century-old BNSF bridge over Drano Lake in Skamania County. The bridge

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Sandpoint Junction Connector: Temporary Span Underway

BNSF is continuing work on a second rail bridge over Lake Pend Oreille, near Sandpoint, ID. Construction crews are currently working on a temporary span. The temporary span is taller than the eventual permanent bridge, which will be the same height as the existing bridge. The first stage of construction involves two temporary work trestles

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Supporting Our Communities

The BNSF Railway Foundation invests in the communities across the 28 states through which BNSF operates, and where BNSF employees live, work and volunteer. Recent donations include: Funding Water Rescue Training in Boundary County The BNSF Railway Foundation recently contributed $19,300 to the Water Rescue and Dive program at the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office, located

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Delivering What Matters in the COVID Era

Most Americans have seen first-hand the empty store shelves that have resulted from COVID-19 as shoppers scramble for non-perishable goods and paper products. The shortages have caused the supply chain to become top of mind for many, when it’s typically not something people think about. BNSF is doing our part to deliver necessary products. We’re

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Prioritizing Safety and Security No Matter What

BNSF understands that a safe and resilient rail network is crucial to our customers and our nation’s future, especially during times of crisis. As communities continue to need essential goods, we must keep shipments moving in a safe and secure manner. As a leader in railroad safety, BNSF’s vision is to operate free of accidents

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New Bridge Keeps North Dakota Products Flowing to Market

The BNSF bridge over the Missouri River at Bismarck and Mandan, North Dakota is more than 100 years old and needs to be replaced so we can continue to move goods safely. The timely replacement of the bridge will ensure continued efficient railroad shipments of agricultural and industrial products, which are economically vital to the

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Supporting Our Communities

The BNSF Railway Foundation invests in the communities across the 28 states through which BNSF operates, and where BNSF employees live, work and volunteer. Recent donations include: Contributing to the Fight Against COVID-19 The BNSF Railway Foundation is proud to contribute to the Southwest Washington COVID Response Fund, operated by the Community Foundation of Southwest

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Supporting our Communities

The BNSF Railway Foundation invests in the communities across the 28 states through which BNSF operates, and where BNSF employees live, work and volunteer. Recent donations include: Supporting Puget Sound Neighbors in Need Seattle Foundation’s COVID-19 Response Fund makes grants for rapid deployment to community organizations supporting local families and workers most impacted by the coronavirus crisis.

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