A master class from George Francomb

George Francomb’s crossing ability has created plenty of Wimbledon goals this season, and a demonstration in the art of being a winger is highlighted in our latest master class video.

As part of a wider initiative to engage with our young and teenage fans, Jane Lonsdale, on behalf of the Dons Trust, has been working with the AFC Wimbledon Foundation, coaching staff and the club to produce footballing master class videos.

You can view George’s video, which includes footage from..

SGM to be held on April 9

The first general meeting of 2015 will be held on Thursday, April 9 at The Cherry Red Records Stadium, starting at 7.30pm.

Members should either have already received or soon receive their invite letter, but you can also read the invite letter on this website.

From the Portsmouth programme

The following article appeared in the club’s official matchday programme for the game against Portsmouth (played on March 21, 2015).

B teams and the JPT

Dons Trust board member Kris Stewart looks at the recent proposal to allow Premier League clubs to enter B teams in a reformatted Johnstone’s Paint Trophy.

Last May, FA boss Greg Dyke’s “England Commission” reported with proposals that aimed to improve the performances of the England national team. The story that dominated discussion of the report was..

Join the FSF ‘Share TV Wealth’ demo on March 26

The Football Supporters Federation, of which the Dons Trust is a member, is holding a Share TV Wealth demonstration at the Premier League shareholders meeting on Thursday, March 26.

The shareholders meeting will be taking place at the Le Meridien Piccadilly hotel, and the demonstration will begin at midday outside the main entrance to the hotel. The FSF will be handing over their demands to Premier League representatives at around 1pm.

The nearest tube for Le Meridien Piccadilly is..

March Dons Trust Board meeting summary

The Dons Trust Board (DTB) held its monthly meeting at The Cherry Red Records Stadium on Monday, March 16. Ahead of publication of the redacted minutes, this article summarises the main points that were discussed.

The meeting started with a presentation by Kay Skelton, Executive Director of the AFC Wimbledon Foundation. Kay talked the board through the Foundation’s work and its funding sources. The Foundation focuses its work in four areas, all built around its vision of using the power..

Minithon postponed

The Dons Trust regrets to announce that the Minithon fun run, planned for April 19, has been postponed until the autumn.

This is because of delays in registering the AFC Wimbledon Foundation with online donation services with a facility for Gift Aid.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused, and we will be refunding participants who have already registered. We hope to announce the new date shortly.

The Minithon was to raise money for the Foundation’s Healthy Living Programme, and that programme..

From the York City programme

The following article appeared in the club’s official matchday programme for the game against York City (played on March 7, 2015).

Supporter Ownership Week

Supporters Direct have announced the first Supporter Ownership Week, which will run from 11 to 18 April.

Sporting clubs are important. Whether the ball is round or oval, clubs are a place to watch, play and meet. They bring identity to our communities, and make our towns and cities special. They have the power to restore pride..

From the Southend United programme

The following article appeared in the club’s official matchday programme for the game against Southend United (played on March 3, 2015).

Trust news round-up

Dons Trust Board Secretary David Hall and Board member Jane Lonsdale have updates on Restricted Actions, the next Dons Trust Board election and Webjam.

Restricted Actions

Following Kris Stewart’s article in the Accrington programme, Dons Trust members will be keen to know the latest position on the potential disposal of our interest in The Cherry Red Records Stadium…