Dons Trust Board member Graham Stacey wrote a piece for last weekend’s AFC Wimbledon vs Hashtag United programme, which we have produced in full below: The Dons Trust Board’s Graham Stacey talks about progress on and off the field Football is the top participation sport for women and girls in England and, off the back of the Lionesses’ Euros victory, the popularity of the women’s game looks to be going through the roof. There’ll never be a better time..
Dons Trust board appoints Mick Buckley as AFC Wimbledon Chair
The boards of the Dons Trust and AFCW PLC are pleased to announce that Mick Buckley has agreed to take on the role of AFC Wimbledon Chair, for a period of one year, at the conclusion of his current interim role.
Mick has been serving as chair of the football club on an interim basis since the departure of CEO Joe Palmer, having been a director of variously the Dons Trust, the football club and AFCW PLC over the..
Dons Trust Programme notes – Doncaster 13/8/22
Given our history, one of the Dons Trust’s long-term aims has always been to look to improve the wider ecosystem of football.
Over the last 18 months the Trust has been at the heart of a quiet revolution in the corridors of power. In February 2021, the Dons Trust helped set up Fair Game, with AFC Wimbledon as founder members. An organisation that, with the backing of the Trust Board, I’m proud to now be the CEO of.
Since..
Matchday Tour Guides wanted
With Plough Lane stadium tours growing in popularity, we are looking to strengthen the Matchday Tour Guides team.
As vital fan ambassadors promoting our club, WiSH (Wimbledon in Sporting History) volunteer guides receive full training and support. When on matchday duty they would be required to conduct one tour, finishing in good time for kick-off.
If you are interested in finding out more or applying for the position, please contact WiSH head of operations, Rhys Torrington,..
Dons Trust Programme notes – Gillingham Cup 9/8/22
Does Equality, Diversity and Inclusion really matter? The fact that the question is even being asked is bewildering in this day and age, writes Dons Trust Board member Anne-Marie Godfrey.
As owners of the club, the Dons Trust has a unique role to play in the long-term stability of AFC Wimbledon. We cannot live in the dark ages with our heads buried in the sand. Our aim has to be to leave the club in a better state than..
Results of the tickets and pricing survey 2022
Back in April 2022, the club and Dons Trust carried out a ticketing and pricing survey, and the results have now been published. You can either view the dynamic web version or download the static PDF version.
As stated at the time, the feedback would be used to shape the club’s ticketing offering and pricing models for the 2022-23 season.
In particular, you told us that you would like to see season ticket renewals cost less than first-time season ticket purchases, simplified..
New artwork to be unveiled at the Cherry Red Records Stadium
A unique work by artist Richard Argent will be unveiled in the fans zone, opposite the club shop, ahead of our game on August 9 – and you can order a limited-edition copy. The 5m x 3m cartoon depicts the history of Wimbledon’s football club and was commissioned by WiSH. Richard’s art not only relives some of our best-known achievements but also tells some of the more quirky moments from our past, including how George Best almost bought the club..
Dons Trust Programme notes – Gillingham 30/7/22
You know what we did last summer?
The Dons Trust Board’s Graham Stacey takes a look at what has been happening behind the scenes over the summer break.
While the club has been keeping busy – new management, new players and all that fun stuff – I think it’s fair to say the DTB have been finding things to do over the summer, too.
Things kicked off back in June with a DTB ‘away day’. The branding was rubbish – it was held at..
2022/23 Dons Trust membership renewals
As we are approaching the end of our membership year on 31 July, all current Dons Trust members will be receiving correspondence, either by email or post, with further details about how to renew.
The Dons Trust remains in control of AFC Wimbledon. Joining the Trust makes you a part-owner of AFC Wimbledon, with the same stake in the club as all other Trust members. Dons Trust membership continues to mean that you have voting rights, regardless of which category..
Dons Trust Board Meeting summary – June 15 2022
On Wednesday 15 June, the Dons Trust Board (DTB) gathered via Microsoft Teams for its regular monthly meeting. This is a summary of matters discussed, pending publication of the minutes.
Attendees were as follows:
From the Dons Trust Board (DTB): Charlie Talbot, Freddy Flaxman, Hannah Kitcher, Kris Stewart, Luke Mackenzie, Michele Little, Niall Couper, Graham Stacey, Anne-Marie Godfrey.
Apologies: Graeme Price, Martin Newton (Secretary).
Also in attendance: Comms – Matt Stockbridge, Minutes – Josh Perrin.
The meeting began with considering..
