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We all love'em! They're majestic, and they remind us of a time when things were built to last! Built to last, of course, with a little help from their friends every so often.
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Track Donation
Phoenix Dare Donation
Other Ways to Give
Dollars for Dirt & DJ
Phoenix Dare
Every time we light a fire in a steam locomotive, we consume a portion of it. A steam locomotive can die, but, just like a Phoenix, a steam locomotive can be reborn, to begin the cycle all over again!
That’s what the Phoenix Dare is all about, regenerating this 19th century railroad to face the challenges of the 21st century!
Unrestricted Donation
Unrestricted donations are the lifeblood of the Nevada Northern Railway, allowing us to allocate resources where they are needed most. These invaluable contributions empower us to tackle a wide range of priorities, from locomotive repairs and railyard purchases to restoring historical documents and ensuring the day-to-day operation of the railway.
By giving unrestrictedly, you provide us with the flexibility to address immediate challenges and invest in long-term projects that preserve and enhance this living piece of history. Your generosity helps keep the Nevada Northern Railway steaming ahead for generations to come.
TRACK DONATIONS - SUPPORT TRACK
It's hard to run a railroad without track. We maintain an incredible 30 miles of track and it is expensive! The repair shown in the photo needed two new switch ties, 32 new spikes, 4 new nuts.
It still needs ballast and tamping. Cost of the repair, is about $1,530 when it is all said and done. And this is a small repair job of just two ties!
Track donations help keep the railroad running and on track!
Dollars for Dirt & DJ
World famous Dirt unfortunately passed away last January. DJ (Dirt Junior) has big paws to fill. DJ's home is the Nevada Northern Ry. engine house.
Dollars for Dirt helps to pay for support of DJ at his home at the railroad's shop building.
Other Ways to Give
The Nevada Northern Railway Foundation is now able to accept various forms of non-cash donations, such as Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) Grants, Stock and Securities Donations, Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) and Cryptocurrency.
Our partnership with FreeWill allows you to receive tax benefits and make the most of your contribution by donating non-cash assets. Their step by step process allows you to make a non-cash donation quickly and easily, these donations can greatly benefit both donors and the Foundation! It's a win-win!
