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Making the case for a donation
Since 2016, Trains In The Valley has advocated for improved and expanded passenger rail service in the Pioneer Valley of western Massachusetts. Our work has helped support the growth of existing services, informed public discussion, and advanced planning for a stronger regional rail network.
While we are proud of these accomplishments, there is still much work to be done to secure a reliable, accessible, and forward-looking rail future for our region.
As we approach the end of the year, we ask you — our supporters and allies — to help sustain this important advocacy. Your contribution enables us to continue advancing passenger rail service that benefits our communities, economy, and environment.
Please consider making a year-end contribution to Trains In The Valley today. Together, we can keep this momentum going and continue to make a difference.
Why Your Support Matters
Every donation ensures that we can:
- Amplify community voices in regional rail decisions.
- Influence policymakers and planning initiatives.
- Provide clear, accessible information to the public.
- Maintain our volunteer-driven advocacy and operations..
We collaborate with local, state, and federal officials, regional planners, and citizen advocates — but your support keeps our independent voice strong.
Our Advocacy Focus
Your support allows us to champion passenger rail initiatives across the region:
West–East Rail: The planned Inland Route Corridor (Boston–Springfield–New Haven) and the planned Boston & Albany Corridor (Boston–Springfield–Pittsfield–Albany.)
The Vermonter: Improving on-time performance and extending service to Montreal, guiding planners and policymakers.
Valley Flyer: Advocating for fair fares and integration with the Hartford Line for riders, students, and businesses.
Northern Tier Rail: Restoring service in northern Massachusetts with a strong public-interest voice.
Transparency & Info: Keeping the public informed with clear, timely updates on policies, projects, and service changes.
We don’t work alone. Our efforts are strengthened by collaboration with local, state, and federal elected officials and their staff, regional planners, citizen advocates, and community members.
Working together, we can achieve even more for passenger rail in our region.
How Your Contribution Helps
Your contribution today allows us to:
- Maintain and improve our website, trainsinthevalley.org.
- Promote passenger rail services — like providing a printed Valley Flyer/Vermonter timetable at local stations.
- Expand outreach through social media and community engagement.
- Cover essential administrative costs to sustain our volunteer-driven work.
How to donate
The easiest way to contribute is to select one of the options below and donate by credit card or PayPal. You may also choose a custom amount or make a recurring monthly contribution.
Suggested contribution levels include::
To donate a dollar amount not shown above, please select one of these options:
If you prefer to donate by check, a printable mail-in donation form is available here —
Printable Donation Form (PDF)
Important Tax Information
Trains In The Valley is a registered public charity in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. However, it is not currently recognized as a tax‑exempt organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). As a result, contributions are not tax‑deductible at this time.
Page last updated: December 21, 2025
Page last reviewed: December 21, 2025