The Union Pacific Railroad Foundation has awarded a grant of $10,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters in support of the agency’s youth mentoring programs.
“We are proud to support organizations that work to ensure safe, vibrant and prosperous communities,” said Francisco Castillo, Union Pacific director of public affairs. “Union Pacific’s Building America mission extends beyond our railroad network and into enhancing quality of life in the communities we serve – which we achieve in part through our Foundation giving.”
“The funds from Union Pacific will help ensure that enrolled children grow up to be better educated, wealthier, and have stronger relationships with their spouses, children, and friends. We are honored by their support and belief in our mission,” said Anna Boyd-Bucy, executive director for Big Brothers Big Sisters.
About Big Brothers Big Sisters:
Big Brothers Big Sisters mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. The local, volunteer and donor funded organization provides targeted recruiting, screening, training and matching, as well as ongoing support, safety training and supervision for volunteers, children and families. A nationwide Harris Interactive study found that adults who were involved as children in Big Brothers Big Sisters programs grew-up to be better educated, wealthier, and report stronger relationships with their spouses, children and friends. For more information on volunteering or contributing to Big Brothers Big Sisters, call 805-781-3226, or visit www.slobigs.org.