Fundraising

FUNDRAISING TEAM MEMBERS

The Bucyrus Preservation Society and the Bucyrus Station Association have the
good fortune of having the National Honor Society at the Bucyrus High School
assisting in the grant research and application process on this project. We are
delighted that today’s youth share our enthusiasm for this important project!
Preservation of Our Railroad Heritage: $Priceless.

FUNDING OF THE T&OC PASSENGER RAIL DEPOT RESTORATION
Our Depot restoration will be funded by the following sources:

A. Private Foundations
B. Private Industry and Commercial Businesses
C. Civic Organizations, and
D. Individuals like you

EFFICIENCY AND DONATIONS IN KIND
BPS and BSA are fortunate to have an impressive array of talent donating time to
this cause. To compound the blessing, many of these skilled individuals possess
an impressive collection of heavy equipment to help with the cause. From the 100
foot hook and ladder firetruck to the backhoes, trucks and skidloaders already
used by our volunteers, our donors can be assured that as much restoration work
as possible will be done “in-house,” thus making the most of our donors’
dollars.

Tax deductible gifts may be made to the Bucyrus Preservation Society for the
T&OC Passenger Rail Depot Restoration Project in one lump sum or by pledging one
of 8 different levels. Installments may be structured to meet your needs.Levels
of giving are as follows:
Commodore's Club . . . . . $25,000

Trainmaster . . . . . . . . . .. $ 9,000
Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . $ 4,000
Engineer . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 2,700
Fireman . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 1,350
Flagman . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 450
Gandy Dancer . . . . . . . . .$ 225
Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Any Amount Desired

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR SIGNIFICANT MONETARY CONTRIBUTIONS:

Hearth Warmers
The original floor plan for the Depot was an hourglass shaped waiting area with
a hearth for the ladies at one end and a hearth for the gentlemen at the other.
Special “Hearth Warmers” recognition is available for the first two donations at
the $20,000 level.

Plaque Level
All donors of $500 or more will be recognized on a plaque to be mounted in the
restored Depot.

Significant Contributions for Stained Glass Window

The Bucyrus Preservation Society in conjunction with the Bucyrus Station
Association is in the process of repairing all of the Stained Glass Windows from
the T&OC Depot. The station originally had 25 transom windows which surrounded
the building. Many of the windows had been broken over the years and some were
removed and taken to other locations.

The Bucyrus Preservation Society in conjunction with the Bucyrus Station Association is in the process of repairing all of the Stained Glass Windows from the T&OC Depot. The station originally had 25 transom windows which surrounded the building. Many of the windows had been broken over the years and some were removed and taken to other locations.

Mr. Bill Snyder, a local art glass artesian, has taken the project on and is making great progress in the restoration process. Mr. Snyder is known for his work in the recent Bucyrus Middle School Renovation Project.

The windows when complete will be used in the fund raising efforts of the restoration of the depot. A presentation is being prepared by local artist Ben Anslow for the windows to be displayed in area businesses over the next several months.

The significant contribution for each window is $2,500, and for the one window measuring over 8 feet, the contribution level is $7,800. By making this very important contribution your name will be inscribed on a brass plate attached to the bottom of the window. Please contact us soon with your contribution as the number available at this contribution level is very limited.

Long Sleeves tee-shirts are $17.50 and Pocket Tee-shirts are $16.50 by special order

To order send checks to Bucyrus Preservation Society, c/o P.O. Box 144, Bucyrus, Ohio 44820. For items by mail or parcel post add $5.00 shipping. Allow three weeks delivery for items not in stock. For special orders, contact Jim Croneis 419-562-9855.

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All donors will be recognized in a commemorative booklet. Commodore’s Club to
Flagmen will have their names engraved on a memorial plaque to be placed in the
restored Depot.
To contribute to the Bucyrus Preservation Society for the T&OC Passenger Rail
Depot Restoration Project, check the appropriate level of giving and return with
payment/pledging information to Bucyrus Preservation Society, P.O. Box 144,
Bucyrus, Ohio 44820-0144.

Name _______________________________________
In Memory/Honor (Choose One) of _________________________________________
Address ______________________________________________
City ___________________________ State ____________________ Zip
_________________
Total Gift $ _______________
Amount Paid Now $ _______________
Balance Due $ ________________
Please Bill Me $ ________________
___ Quarterly ____ Semi-Annually _____ Annually
Checks should be made payable to the Bucyrus Preservation Society with a
notation that the donation is for the T&OC Depot Restoration.