In addition, a $750,000 endowment will be established to support nonprofits in both counties focused on health and wellness, community development, education, economic development and the environment. The Pittsburgh Foundation in 20 will give $250,000 to Beaver and Lawrence County nonprofits. “Their direct feedback helps us understand what we can do to make a long-term difference.” “Supporting western Pennsylvania means listening to the people who call it home,” Alan Shaw, company president and chief executive officer, said in a news release. The railroad also announced its sponsorship of the New Galilee Carnival and the community’s new farmers’ market. $1 million donation to The Pittsburgh Foundation for community issues, promoting philanthropy and connecting donors to community needs.

“I thought that was generous for them to do that,” said Lidey, who has 54 employees at the carnival, which runs through Saturday.

Rebecca Lidey, owner of Tropical Amusements, did not want to say how much she received from the railroad, but said this was the first time a company picked up the tab. Riders usually pay $15 in advance and $20 at the gate for unlimited rides. Norfolk Southern paid Tropical Amusements from Scottdale to operate the six adult and five kiddie rides, three funhouses and a bouncy house.

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