Partnership and Sponsorship Opportunities

First Atomic Ship Trust is building a broad coalition of supporters, partners, sponsors, advisors, and volunteers to help advance the preservation and public interpretation of the NS Savannah, America’s first nuclear-powered merchant ship. Our vision includes supporting public education, historical research, preservation planning, and future interpretation of the vessel and its related machinery, records, artifacts, and technical history. However, we can’t do it alone. We’ll need collaboration and partnership with the maritime, engineering, nuclear, historical, educational, philanthropic, governmental, and preservation communities.

All of this means a great opportunity for you, your family, your business or your organization. Not only can you help preserve a splendid example of American know-how, but you can assist in the ship’s new mission as an educational center and incubator for new technologies. Whether you represent a large organization or you’re an individual donor, there’s a giving level that’s just right for you. Let’s discuss what we can do together. Please contact us. You may also donate from our Donate Page.

Please read the Tax Status note at the bottom of this page.

Atomic Core Supporter ($500,000 and up)

You know that the future of cost effective international marine trade will be nuclear-powered. That N.S. Savannah both demonstrated America’s leadership in this critical maritime technology and that the propulsion system is viable. For this, not only will you enjoy the benefits of previous levels, including free admission for employees and private tours (ten maximum, depending on staff availability), but also title sponsor possibilities to large spaces, exhibits and displays aboard Savannah.* Get access to exclusive events aboard Savannah, host your own exclusive events aboard the ship, and enjoy branded presence at our events. You and your employees will get discounts on admission and in our gift shop, too.

*A FAST representative will be happy to provide you with details about potential naming opportunities. Contact us for further information!

Atomic Ambassador ($100,000-$499,999)

You’re a firm believer in “Atoms For Peace.” Your contribution will help enable the preservation of that program’s greatest proof that nuclear power was both a safe and effective clean energy source for maritime service. Not only will you get special benefits for assisting our mission, but you can sponsor mid-size spaces and exhibits aboard our ship and get access to exclusive events and discounts on space rentals for your own events. Four of your top people will get unlimited free admission, and your employees will enjoy discounts on admission and the gift shop.

 Atomic Voyager ($10,000-$99,999)

You build understanding of why our nuclear ship matters, and our rewards for your efforts include unlimited free admission for two, admission and gift shop discounts for your employees, and the opportunity to sponsor a restored passenger stateroom. Get a discount on rental fees for hosting your event aboard Savannah. Enjoy invitations to exclusive events.

 Atomic Pioneer ($1,000-$9,999)

It takes foresight and courage to be the first, and yours is the spirit that sent atoms to sea for peaceful purposes. Get four free admission passes per year, discounts on admission and gift shop purchases, and special guided tours. Get invitations to special events aboard the ship and enjoy branded presence at our events. Your employees will get discounts on admission and in our gift shop, too.

 Savannah’s Friends ($100-$999)

You appreciate a ship that showed nuclear power was safe, viable and energy efficient. You will receive two free admission passes per year and discounts on additional admissions. Enjoy gift shop discounts and invitations to special events aboard ship, and get a special gift for being a friend of Savannah.

Tax Status

First Atomic Ship Trust, Inc (FAST) is a Maryland non-profit established to educate the public concerning the history, development, construction, operation, preservation, significance, and future of nuclear-powered vessels in the commercial service of the United States, including through the acquisition, preservation, stewardship, restoration, interpretation, exhibition, and public presentation of the N.S. Savannah and related historically significant vessels, machinery, equipment, artifacts, records, archives, and other materials.

FAST has applied to the Internal Revenue Service for recognition as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and the application is currently under review. FAST expects to receive such recognition; however, approval has not yet been granted. Prospective donors should consult their own legal, tax, or financial advisors regarding the deductibility or other tax consequences of contributions made while FAST’s application is pending.