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Funders to approach for Ohio Railway Museum

Worthington, Ohio2 funders on file

Education is at the heart of everything we do. As custodians of a unique and historic rail collection, we hold a deep responsibility to both the past and the future to preserve the knowledge of this industry. Fueled by a passion for trains and their cultural significance, we diligently research, organize, display, and share the stories that convey the rich history of railroads and their impact on society. Preservation, our most resource-intensive objective, ensures that this history remains accessible and intact for generations to come. Countless hours are devoted to maintaining and expanding our collection, as well as the infrastructure that supports it. Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to keep the exhibits safe, operational, and enduring. None of this would be possible without the vital support of our visitors. Every ticket sold, piece of merchandise purchased, and donation given directly sustains our efforts to keep rail history alive and…

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  1. 1Greater Columbus Arts CouncilGives in Ohio (94 of 130)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$32k
  2. 2Ohio History ConnectionGives in Ohio (67 of 107)Similar grantees: Over-The-Rhine Museum ($8k/yr)under 1 in 100$14k
  3. 3The Rail Heritage Trust First Option Bank TrusteeSimilar grantees: B&O Railroad Museum Inc ($10k/yr), East Troy Railroad Museum Inc ($6k/yr), Black River Railroad Historical Trust Inc ($12k/yr)under 1 in 100$12k
  4. 4The New Albany Community FoundationGives in Ohio (22 of 29)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$13k
  5. 5Ohio Humanities CouncilGives in Ohio (103 of 124)Similar grantees: Dennison Railroad Depot Museum Inc ($16k/yr), National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Inc ($18k/yr), Over-The-Rhine Museum ($12k/yr)under 1 in 100$13k
  6. 6Nisource Charitable FoundationSimilar grantees: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Inc ($5k/yr), The Robert Russa Moton Museum Inc ($5k/yr)under 1 in 100$3k
  7. 7American Electric Power FoundationSimilar grantees: Junior League of Columbus Inc ($52k/yr)under 1 in 100$10k
  8. 8Cardinal Health FoundationGives in Ohio (151 of 300)Similar grantees: Junior League of Columbus Inc ($4k/yr)under 1 in 100$9k
  9. 9Nationwide Childrens Hospital Group ReturnGives in Ohio (86 of 129)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$36k
  10. 10Mount Carmel Health SystemGives in Ohio (24 of 31)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$18k
  11. 11Community Foundations IncGives in Ohio (122 of 219)Similar grantees: Cleveland Museum of Art ($10k/yr)under 1 in 100$15k
  12. 12The George Gund FoundationGives in Ohio (285 of 392)Similar grantees: The Children's Museum of Cleveland ($14k/yr), Cleveland Museum of Natural History ($25k/yr), Cleveland Museum of Art ($220k/yr)under 1 in 100$56k
  13. 13United Way of Central Ohio IncGives in Ohio (200 of 266)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$22k
  14. 14The Wexner Family Charitable FundGives in Ohio (24 of 47)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$270k
  15. 15Crane Family FoundationGives in Ohio (23 of 38)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$30k
  16. 16Margaret and Robert Walter FoundationGives in Ohio (44 of 72)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$68k
  17. 17Ingram-White Castle FoundationGives in Ohio (151 of 192)Similar grantees: Junior League of Columbus Inc ($15k/yr)under 1 in 100$20k
  18. 18Oneohio Recovery Foundation IncGives in Ohio (109 of 171) · First year of givingNo similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$140k
  19. 19Martha Holden Jennings FoundationGives in Ohio (146 of 199)Similar grantees: Cleveland Museum of Natural History ($18k/yr), Shaker Lakes Regional Nature Center Dba Nature Center at Shaker Lakes ($12k/yr)under 1 in 100$12k
  20. 20The Muskingum County Community FoundationGives in Ohio (42 of 61)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$15k
  21. 21Peoples Bank FoundationNo similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$2k
  22. 22The John J and Pauline Gerlach FoundationGives in Ohio (20 of 25)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$38k
  23. 23Park National Corporation FoundationGives in Ohio (221 of 307)Similar grantees: Champaign Aviation Museum ($7k/yr)under 1 in 100$5k
  24. 24Puffin Foundation West LTDNo similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$5k
  25. 25Columbus Automobile Dealers AssociationGives in Ohio (11 of 15)No similar grantees yetunder 1 in 100$39k