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RWU Spring Raffle Fundraiser 2024!

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Railroad Workers United is hosting a Spring 2024 Raffle! While the majority of RWU's funding comes from annual membership dues and the support of our generous sustaining members, other funding sources such as these raffles, the annual fall fundraising drive, and the sale of solidarity merchandise in the RWU online store provide crucial supplemental support.

Proceeds from this year's raffle will help offset costs related to hosting our RWU Convention - a vital worker education opportunity for railroaders scheduled for April 18-21 in Chicago, Illinois, held in conjunction with the Labor Notes Conference, the biggest gathering of grassroots union activists, worker center leaders, and all (good) troublemakers in the U.S. More than 4500!

We invite all RWU members and allies and all railroad workers to buy one or more raffle tickets to help us in our efforts! And while we encourage you to come to Chicago for the Convention, you do not have to be present to win! View details of the raffle prizes in the column at the right and buy your tickets by scrolling the the bottom of this page. Remember, the more tickets you buy, the greater your chances of winning! Thank you!!

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The Prizes

  • Grand Prize - TuffBag Two-Color Delux Railroad Grip

    TuffBag 2-color Delux.  NOTE: Raffle winner gets to choose size and colors!  Features 4 full length zippered compartments. Divider pockets on each side. Stamp pad or ID pocket. Padded zippered pockets on each end. Cinch strap tie-down on top. Hand straps go all the way around the bottom of the bag. D-ring straps go all the way to the bottom of the bag and are sewn into the bottom seam. They have 2 ply bottoms in the center compartment. Adjustable padded shoulder strap. Triple-stitched seams, and all stress points reinforced. Bag has different colored top to easily tell which is yours. Rule books fit in this bag!! Perfect grip for Railroaders! Comes with Handle Wrap, End Pocket Inserts, and 45” adjustable Carrying Strap.  Covered by our lifetime warranty! NOTE: Raffle winner gets to choose size and color! Learn more about TuffBag and the 2-Color Deluxe HERE.
    Bag Sizes (L x W x H in inches)
    XLARGE = 33 x 13 x 14  ~ 5000 Cubic Inches
    LARGE = 29 x 13 x 14  ~ 4300 Cubic Inches
    MEDIUM = 25 x 13 x 14  ~ 3500 Cubic Inches
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  • RedOxx RailRunner Backpack

    NOTE: This is a discontinued model, but just as tough as ever! It is the classic Rail Runner with the one with the gusseted side pockets. The Rail Runner Railroad Rucksack is constructed from high-grade ballistic nylon and is designed to provide reliable, long-term protection for your belongings. With reinforced handles and easy-access pockets, you can carry your company bibles with ease and organize your tools and gear with confidence. Perfect for extended runs, this rucksack is the ideal choice for railroaders. Made in U.S.A. with our "No Bull" Lifetime Warranty
    Dimensions: 19"W x 21"H x 11"D. Learn more about the Railrunner and RedOxx HERE.

  • Switchman's Antique Kerosene Lantern

    This Adlake switchman's lantern was ubiquitous until electric battery powered lanterns replaced them more than 50 years ago. Can be easily modified to serve as a stationary electric light and conversation piece in your home.            
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  • RWU T-Shirt

    Choose from among any of our T-shirts currently available and in stock in the RWU Online Store. A variety of Colors, most available in any size - Medium - 4X Large. All our T-shirts are Union-Made-in-the-USA at Image Pointe in Waterloo, Iowa. Check out the shirts we currently carry HERE.
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    Union-made-in-the-USA T-shirt is available in most sizes -- Small, Medium, Large, X Large, 2 X Large, 3 X Large & 4 X Large. The 4-color RWU logo is on the back while a smaller size of the logo is prominently displayed on the front left breast. Available in a variety of colors including black, gray, navy and tan. Check the Store. The shirts are printed at a union print shop, Image Pointe in Waterloo, Iowa.

  • Books from Our Store

    Choose ANY ONE BOOK from the RWU Store. You can check them all out HERE.  Below we feature just one of many rail related books in the Store. This book uncovers the truth about Lac-Mégantic. It includes first person interviews with many of the key players, analysis of the corporate executives and the companies involved, an examination of the complex world of transport safety regulation in Canada, and an account of the trials of the three accused. 
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