The Progressive Agriculture Foundation® Announces Exciting Partnership with CN Railway
[April 24, 2024; Birmingham, Alabama] – The Progressive Agriculture Foundation® (PAF), a leading organization dedicated to promoting farm safety and health education for youth, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with CN Railway, one of North America's premier transportation companies. This collaboration aims to further safety education and awareness among rural communities across the continent.
Under this partnership, CN Railway will provide vital support to PAF's initiatives, including funding for safety education programs, access to resources, and expertise in transportation safety. By leveraging CN Railway's extensive network and knowledge, PAF will expand its reach and impact, ensuring that children receive comprehensive safety training and resources.
"We are incredibly excited to join forces with CN Railway in our mission to cultivate youth safety programs," said Brian Kuhl, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation. "This partnership represents a significant step forward in our efforts to expand transportation safety education for youth in hopes of preventing accidents, injuries, and even death."
CN Railway's commitment to safety aligns seamlessly with PAF's vision of fostering safer and healthier agricultural practices. Through joint initiatives, the partnership will address critical safety issues related to youth health and safety in North America, including railroad safety, chemical safety, and mental wellness.
PAF is recognized as the largest rural safety and health education program for children in North America. In 2023, PAF celebrated reaching its two millionth individual and continued its expansion across North America and the Oceania regions. With this new partnership, PAF anticipates continued growth and increased involvement, including the expansion of Safety Day delivery modes and a growing number of Safety Day applications in 2024.
The collaboration between PAF and CN Railway underscores both organizations' dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of agricultural families and rural communities. By combining resources, expertise, and a shared commitment to safety, they aim to create lasting positive impacts on youth that will continue through adulthood.
For more information about the Progressive Agriculture Foundation and CN Railway, please visit www.progressiveag.org and www.cn.ca.
About Progressive Agriculture Foundation®
The Progressive Agriculture Foundation® (PAF) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with the mission to provide education, training, and resources to make farm, ranch, and rural life safer and healthier for all children and their communities. PAF builds partnerships to secure resources for the Progressive Agriculture Safety Day® (PAF Safety Day) program, recognized as the largest rural safety and health education program for children in North America.
Since its inception in 1995, the Foundation has touched the lives of millions across North America. For more information about PAF, the PAF Safety Day program, and its staff, visit http://www.progressiveag.org.