Private Foundation · PA
North American Railway Foundation
Mechanicsburg, PA · EIN 251801614 · Website ↗ · 990s on ProPublica ↗
Assets
$24.4M
Total Giving
—
Grants on File
0
Average Grant
—
Giving Radius
Where North American Railway Foundation Has Given
Section I
How to Apply
Applications are available on the website www.narfoundation.org and should be submitted with a cover letter (on your organization's letterhead) signed by the CEO on behalf of the governing body. The following information should be included at a minimum: - Concise statements describing the purpose for which project funding is being requested - A brief background of the organization and identification of its board members - An audited financial statement and a current operating budget - A copy of the organization's IRS determination letter as evidence of its tax-exempt status - The name, address, and phone number of a contact person who we may contact if any additional information is needed
On Unsolicited Proposals yes
Restrictions
The Foundation prefers to give first priority to funding projects related to its primary purpose: to preserve and promote rail safety, technology, education, and history throughout the U.S. and Canada. The Foundation does not and cannot support any political or lobbying activities whatsoever. The Foundation supports only non-profit applicants and/or non-profit activities.
Section VI
Filing History
Year-by-year financial summary from IRS 990-PF filings. Total assets and qualifying distributions show the foundation's growth and giving trajectory.
| Year | Total Assets | Qualifying Distributions | Total Revenue | Total Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $24.2M | — | $905K | $1.6M |
| 2023 | $24.9M | — | $1.6M | $1.7M |
| 2022 | $25.0M | — | $1.0M | $1.6M |
| 2021 | $25.6M | — | $1.0M | $940K |
| 2020 | $25.5M | — | $1.0M | $918K |
| 2019 | $25.4M | — | $6.5M | $1.2M |
| 2015 | $18.7M | — | $1.0M | $851K |
| 2014 | $18.5M | — | $1.2M | $908K |
| 2013 | $18.2M | — | $977K | $1.1M |
| 2012 | $18.4M | — | $968K | $978K |
Section VII
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