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I would like to share the SS United States Conservancy End of the Year letter with you as their work is gaining strides that are commendable. To work so hard to keep our history of the U.S. involvement in the cruising world is something to be proud of and I would like to see more people getting involved and helping make this dream a reality. . .
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Last year, the SS United States Conservancy's purchase of the SS United States saved the vessel from certain scrapping. This year, the Conservancy celebrated the 60th anniversary of the ship's historic maiden voyage. However, our work is not yet done.
While we have been making progress every day toward securing a sustainable future for the SS United States and laying the groundwork for the SS United States Center for Design and Discovery, the vessel's maintenance costs are formidable. We have moved much closer to securing a deal for the ship's redevelopment, but terms are still being negotiated and success is not guaranteed. Without a major infusion of funds in the near future, the vessel's future is in dire jeopardy. To lose the SS United States while she's still capable of being saved would be an unspeakable tragedy. Can we count on you to help at this critical time? Your fully tax-deductible donation of $1,000, $500, $100, $25 - or whatever amount you can spare - will make a huge difference in our efforts. Read the full end-of-year letter from Conservancy Executive Director Susan Gibbs HERE.
