At the Toledo, Lake Erie & Western Railway and Museum (TLE&W), we are deeply grateful for the organizations whose significant impact helps preserve our historic railway heritage, maintain operations, and inspire our community.
A Note on Our Support Tiers
Every contribution plays a vital role in protecting Northwest Ohio’s railroading history for future generations. Community Supporters celebrates our grassroots annual gifts—driven by dedicated individuals and everyday advocates—while Bronze recognizes foundational corporate partnerships, project grants, and specialized in-kind services. Both tiers are deeply cherished pillars of our museum family!
Legacy Circle
Lifetime & Planned Gifts ($50,000+)
Visionary supporters ensuring long-term preservation through cumulative or planned giving. Contact us to discuss legacy opportunities and endowments.
Platinum Level
Provided essential resources valued at over $20,000, including equipment, railroad ties, and track materials supporting our core infrastructure and safety initiatives.
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CSX has demonstrated a strong commitment to community involvement through their employee community giving programs and corporate matching donations. These initiatives have provided the TLE&W with essential resources valued at over $20,000, including several pieces of equipment, railroad ties, and other track materials that have supported our maintenance and operational needs. Their contributions have not only bolstered our infrastructure but also fostered a sense of shared purpose in promoting rail safety, education, and historical preservation. Learn more about CSX’s charitable investments.
Gold Level Partners
Substantial Contributions ($10,000 – $19,999)
Funding key restorations, acquisitions, and enhancements. Contact us to join this tier.
Silver Level Partners
Awarded a $5,140 grant directly enabling critical repairs and restoration work on historic Locomotive 5109.
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The Anderson’s Foundation has been a steadfast supporter of the TLE&W, providing a grant of $5,140 that has directly contributed to the preservation and restoration of our historic assets. Most notably, this generous grant has enabled essential repairs to Locomotive 5109, ensuring this iconic piece of railway history remains operational and accessible for future generations. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Anderson’s Foundation for investing in our mission and helping us keep the spirit of railroading alive.
Bronze Level Partners
Generously provided specialized hardware and certified equipment repair support to empower our upcoming asset management and tagging initiative.
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E.D. Systems has generously provided valuable hardware to support our operational infrastructure. Specializing in certified equipment repairs, expert refurbishment, and global procurement solutions for barcode, printing, and mobile data collection hardware, their contribution directly empowers our upcoming asset management and tagging initiative. Visit E.D. Systems online. We are deeply grateful to Eric Haines and the team for their continued partnership and investment in our mission.
Provided invaluable logistical support and line transfers equivalent to our Bronze level, assisting in the delivery of vital rail cars and engines.
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As a major Class I railroad, Norfolk Southern plays a vital role in the broader rail network, and our tracks at TLE&W connect directly with theirs, facilitating seamless integration into the national rail system. Norfolk Southern has assisted in the delivery of rail cars and engines from various sellers and donors by allowing transfers through their lines, providing valuable logistical support equivalent to our Bronze level. Learn more about Norfolk Southern’s community grant programs.
Community Supporters
Grassroots Annual Gifts ($250+ annually)
Heartfelt thanks to our individual supporters and annual donors whose gifts keep the stories of our region’s rail heritage alive. Names update annually.