Railway 200 set to raise £200k by uniting five charities in milestone year
As part of next year’s 200th anniversary of the modern railway, four rail charities are joining forces for the first time and teaming up with Alzheimer’s Research UK to raise at least £200,000 to support their combined work.
To celebrate rail’s historic milestone and protect rail memories for the future, a cross-industry campaign called Railway 200 is partnering with Alzheimer’s Research UK, Railway Mission, Railway Benefit Fund, Railway Children and the Transport Benevolent Fund.
Working collaboratively, the charities will be organising a variety of anniversary-related initiatives throughout 2025 to raise funds for their good causes, splitting the proceeds from joint activities and events.
Announcing the unique charity partnership, Emma Robertson, programme manager for Railway 200, said: “Next year’s bicentenary is about bringing people together to celebrate rail’s role in national life and its amazing railway family.
“Nostalgia plays a big part in rail’s story. We will be working with Alzheimer’s Research UK and our rail charity partners to build a better future, helping to protect rail memories for everyone, forever.”
Jo Kaye for the Railway Benefit Fund commented: “Railway Benefit Fund’s support for Railway 200 is a fitting tribute to the industry’s rich history and the countless individuals who have devoted their lives to its success. As a charity dedicated to supporting all railway staff across the UK, this celebration is an opportunity to honour their contributions, reflect on the industry’s lasting impact on communities, and reinforce our commitment to providing ongoing financial support to the wider railway family.”
To contribute to the charity partnership visit: – https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/railway200
