Pike County Sheriff’s Department receives $16,534 from Norfolk Southern to equip new canine vehicle

PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Pike County Sheriff’s Department recently was awarded $16,534 in grant funding by Norfolk Southern Corporation to support its mission in fighting drug abuse in Pike County. The funds will be used for equipping our new canine vehicle. 

“This funding will have an immediate impact on the work we do in combatting the negative effects illegal drugs have on our communities,” Sheriff David Greenwood said in a press release. “We’re thankful to Norfolk Southern for investing in Pike County and for supporting our mission.” 

The grant is part of two community programs launched by Norfolk Southern in 2023 — the Safety First Grant Program, which seeks to advance safety organizations and initiatives, and the Thriving Communities Grant Program, which aims to promote economic opportunity, support vibrant community life, and provide equal access to basic necessities. Award recipients are selected annually from across the railroad’s 22-state network. 

“With a history spanning more than 200 years across thousands of communities, Norfolk Southern is proud to be a part of the towns, cities, and states we serve,” said Kristin Wong, Director Corporate Giving at Norfolk Southern. “Norfolk Southern employees live, work, and play in every community across our network, and we are committed to seeing those communities thrive.”