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FUND RAISING
We are now into the third general overhaul of 35028 Clan Line, which means that spending on the Locomotive has begun in earnest.
It is of course difficult to anticipate how much the overhaul will cost, but the original estimate of £200,000 has already been exceeded. The MNLPS has also purchased a replacement Support Coach, Mercator (II), and this is currently being overhauled and modified. Raising funds for both of these projects is therefore extremely important.
It is only sensible and prudent for us to make sure that funds continue to be replenished, even whilst Clan Line is out of traffic and unable to earn her keep.
Quite apart from the cost of the overhaul, and being sure that there is the finance to get our Locomotive back on to the main line, it also costs us money just to stand still. Rent, insurance and general overheads still have to be met, whether Clan Line runs or not.
All donations, whether large or small, are therefore very welcome and will be a great help during this expensive period. Here are some ways that YOU can help:
- Why not make a donation to the general "Overhaul Fund" or to the "Mercator Fund" by sending a cheque made payable to the MNLPS LTD, to me at the address below. N.B. Cheques drawn on UK BANKS £ Sterling Accounts only, or by International Money Orders drawn in £ Sterling. For donations in other currencies please first contact the Fund Raising Officer.
- How about making a regular monthly donation through your UK Bank, by sending me a completed Standing Order Mandate - click below to down load one. Everyone who signs to donate at least £10 per month will receive one year's free "ordinary membership" of the MNLPS - for details of membership benefits see the Membership Page.
- TUBE APPEAL The sale of the 124 small boiler tubes and 40 large flue tubes is now complete. This raised £9760. Many thanks to those who supported this appeal.
- Gift Aid New UK tax rules make a significant difference to our fund raising efforts. This is because as a Charity we can claim back the tax that you have already paid on the donations that you make to us. If you currently pay UK Income Tax or Capital Gains Tax and wish the MNLPS to benefit from these rules please complete a Gift Aid Form - click below to download one.
During her time on the main line, Clan Line has gained a tremendous reputation, please help the MNLPS to make sure that this continues by making a donation today.
Please send your donation by cheque made payable to MNLPS LTD or your completed standing order mandate (see notes above re donations from our overseas supporters) to
Fund Raising Officer
1 EAST CROFT AVENUE
LITTLEOVER
DERBY
DE23 1NL
If you would like an acknowledgement please enclose a SAE.
N.B. We ARE UNABLE to process credit card donations, please see notes above re donations from overseas supporters. Thank you very much for your help.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD
1) STANDING ORDER MANDATE (UK BANKS £ STERLING ONLY)
2) GIFT AID FORM FOR UK TAX PAYERS
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