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1) Have you traveled on passenger rail in the last 3 years?

Yes

If you are comfortable, please share with us why you have not traveled by rail.

Did you travel for:

Business

Leisure

Both

How did you travel?

Long distance

Regional

State supported

Commuter rail

When did you travel?

Before pandemic

During pandemic

Both

2) In what ways have you engaged with Rail Passengers Association? Please select all that apply.

I am or have been a member

Subscribe to Hotline, Rail Passengers Association Newsletter and/or the Blog

Browse the website and/or social media

Attend events such as the RailNation Advocacy Summit and Day on The Hill

Participated in monthly webinar series

Advocate alongside Rail Passengers Association by contacting elected officials

I am employed, or have been employed, with a railroad(s)

I engage with Rail Passengers but my employer may also be interested in corporate sponsorship.

Donate

Volunteer

Other

2a) If "Other," please specify:

If "Other," please specify:

If you are a member, why did you initially join and why do you renew your membership? If you are no longer a member and you feel comfortable, please tell us why you decided to discontinue.

2a-ii) How many webinars have you attended?

How many webinars have you attended?

1-4

5-8

2a-ii) What topics would you like to see in a future webinar?

What topics would you like to see in a future webinar?

2a-i) Please share which railroad you are employed or have been employed by:

Please share which railroad you are employed or have been employed by:

2b) How frequently do you engage with us?

How frequently do you engage with us?

Weekly

Monthly

Every few months

Yearly

Rarely or never

Other

2b-i) Please specify how frequently you engage with us:

Please specify how frequently you engage with us:

3) We like to send supporters like you occasional emails with updates including videos, stories, and information about how we are making an impact on your behalf. Would you like to receive these updates? (You can opt-out at any time).

Yes, I want to receive occasional emails with updates.

Not at this time.

4) Which aspect of our work is most meaningful to you?

Improve and expand intercity and regional passenger train service

Support higher speed rail initiatives

Increase connectivity among all forms of transportation

Ensure safety for rail passengers and trains across the country

Protect funding for passenger rail and public transit through advocacy and legislative work conducted by staff

5) Was there an influential person in your life who inspired your appreciation of Rail Passengers Association?

Yes

5a) If yes, please indicate their relationship to you.

If yes, please indicate their relationship to you.

Parent/Grandparent

Spouse/Partner/Significant Other

Child/Children

Other Family Member

Railway Employee/Professional

Friend

Neighbor

Teacher

Other

4a-i) Please specify:

Please specify:

6) When thinking about future generations, how important is it to you that the Rail Passengers Association continues to advocate for the accessibility, expansion and safety of passenger rail service?

Of utmost importance

Very important

Somewhat important

Not very important

Not important at all

7) Our supporters often recognize how important it is to have an organization advocate for improving and expanding public transportation, including passenger and commuter rail service. Would you consider furthering our work in any of the following ways?

I already have	I am likely	I am somewhat likely	I am not likely

Donating online with a credit card

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Mailing a check

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Requesting a matching donation from my employer

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Making a recurring contribution

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Donor-Advised Fund

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Family Foundation

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Giving appreciated assets (such as personal or business stocks or bonds, land or rental real estate, etc.)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Transferring a portion of my IRA account to Rail Passengers Association (Charitable IRA Rollover)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Receiving a fixed income through a charitable gift annuity

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Do you have a Donor-Advised Fund?

Yes

Would you like to talk to a member of our Donor Engagement team about your philanthropic intentions?

Yes, please contact me.

Not now, but maybe in the future.

Not at this time.

8) Many people like to include a gift to charity in their will to support causes that are important in their life. Would you consider including a gift to the Rail Passengers Association to help grow and improve passenger rail for generations to come?

I have already included a gift for the Rail Passengers Association in my will, trust or by beneficiary designation.

I am interested in making this type of gift to the Rail Passengers Association.

Not now but in the future I would definitely be interested in making this type of gift to the Rail Passengers Association.

Not now but in the future I might possibly be interested in making this type of gift to the Rail Passengers Association.

I am not interested in this type of gift.

8a. Please tell us about your gift:

Please tell us about your gift:

I planned this gift in honor or in memory of someone.

I would like this gift to go to a specific program or purpose.

Rail Passengers Association may use my gift where it is needed most.

8a-i. Please provide the name or relationship with this person:

Please provide the name or relationship with this person:

8a-ii. Please describe the intended program or purpose:

Please describe the intended program or purpose:

We have created a library of complimentary publications for those who are interested in learning more about ways to leave a lasting legacy. Please indicate which information you wish to receive.

Easy Ways to Leave a Legacy

Gifts That Pay You Income

Support the Future of Rail Transit

Tax-wise Ways to Make an Impact

Why More Supporters are Choosing Donor-Advised Funds

9) How does Rail Passengers Association rank in comparison to other charities you may support?

My top choice for charitable giving

Near the top of my list

Middle of my list

Bottom of my list

Not on my list

9a) Do you have any friends/colleagues/family members with similar interests who would consider supporting the mission and vision of Rail Passengers Association?

Do you have any friends/colleagues/family members with similar interests who would consider supporting the mission and vision of Rail Passengers Association?

Yes

9a-i) Please let us know the most convenient way to connect:

Please let us know the most convenient way to connect:

I would like to introduce the person(s) to Rail Passengers Association on my own.

I would like Rail Passengers Association to provide me with resources to share with the person(s).

10) We would love to hear your story. If you would like, please tell us about your connection with the Rail Passengers Association or rail transportation.

May we connect with you to discuss sharing your story?

Yes

11) About you (optional)

Age

Under 20

20 - 29

30 - 39

40 - 49

50 - 59

60 - 69

70 - 79

80 - 89

90+

Gender

What is your marital status?

Married/Partnered

Not married/Partnered

Divorced

Widowed

Single

Prefer not to specify

Which of the following best describes your family?

I do not have any children.

I have one child.

I have two or more children.

I have grandchild(ren).

Please tell us the highest level of education you completed:

High school graduate or equivalent

Some college

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Please select the option(s) that best describes your professional life.

Working full time

Working part time

Retiring within 5 years

Retired

Volunteering

Board member for a nonprofit

Business owner or entrepreneur

Intern

Student

Self-employed

Other

Profession:

Where do you serve as a board member?

My company may be interested in a corporate partnership with Rail Passengers.

Please check the box below if you would like to update your contact information.

I would like to update my contact information.

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