Membership Levels & Benefits

National Railroad Equipment Preservation Foundation

Membership in the National Railroad Equipment Preservation Foundation directly supports active preservation, restoration, education, and public engagement centered on historic railroad equipment. These tiers are structured similarly to leading heritage rail organizations while reflecting the hands-on nature of NREPF’s mission.

Membership Levels

General Member — $100 per year

Ideal for individuals who want to support preservation and stay informed.

Benefits include
• Members-only newsletter and restoration updates
• Early access to project announcements and milestones
• Invitations to member events and select facility tours
• Priority notice for volunteer opportunities

Sustaining Member — $175 per year

For members who want to contribute at a higher level and stay closely connected.

Includes all General Member benefits, plus
• Enhanced behind-the-scenes restoration content
• Special member recognition or annual memento
• Priority invitations to limited capacity events and tours

Family Member — $250 per year

Designed for households that want to support preservation together.

Includes
• All Sustaining Member benefits
• Coverage for immediate family members at member events
• Family access to select volunteer and educational activities

Patron Member — $500 per year

For individuals who want to make a meaningful impact on restoration and education.

Includes
• All Family and Sustaining Member benefits
• Recognition in NREPF annual publications and digital media
• Complimentary access or passes to select events or experiences
• Patron level updates with deeper project insights

Corporate and Sponsor Member — $1,000 and above per year

For businesses and organizations supporting preservation leadership and education.

Includes
• All Patron Member benefits
• Logo recognition on the NREPF website and select materials
• Acknowledgment at events and public programs
• Opportunities for customized partnership and sponsorship alignment

Why Membership Matters

Membership funding directly supports
• Restoration and stabilization of historic railroad equipment
• Mechanical skills training and workforce education
• Volunteer coordination and safety compliance
• Public tours, workshops, and preservation-focused programming

NREPF emphasizes active preservation. Membership dollars go toward real tools, real materials, and real progress.

Join Today

Preserving railroad equipment requires commitment, skill, and a strong support base. Your membership helps ensure this history remains operational, educational, and accessible.

Become a member today and help preserve America’s railroad equipment legacy.

The first step is completing the form below: