What is NBCA?

The dictionary states:

1. A receptacle or case of any firm material and of various shapes.
2. The quantity that a box contain.
3. A freight car covered with a roof and inclosed on the sides to protect its contents.

The National Box Car Association (NBCA) is an independent association
within the Forty & Eight which raises funds by selling Crew or Associate
Membership Cards. All funds raised by the Association are used within the
year they are obtained.

The National Box Car Association supports several special projects at
Promenade Nationale (National Convention). Each year, a party for special
children is planned at the host city. These special children and their
escorts are treated to lunch, train rides and entertainment provided by
HOBO Clowns and bands. The entire cost of this party is paid by the NBCA
from the funds collected in their annual membership drive.

Another project at Promenade Nationale, is a monetary donation made to
the local VAVS Hospital or Clinic. This contribution usually goes to the
Patient Services area.

The NBCA also contributes large amounts to the various programs of
Voiture Nationale (National Headquarters), such as the Boland Nurses
Training Trust Fund and the Charles Ardery Child Welfare Trust Fund.

Monies are also given to the other programs which may require assistance,
such as the Membership Committee, Forty & Eighter Magazine, Law Officer
of the Year Program and many others.