Dons Trust AGM – updated format

Posted on December 10, 2021 by

Following updated government guidance relating to Covid-19, and with the safety of our staff and members in mind, the Dons Trust Board have taken the decision to host this year’s Annual General Meeting online only.

The AGM will still take place from 19:30 GMT on Thursday 16th December 2021, and papers and further details can be found at https://thedonstrust.org/general-meetings/

To join the meeting online you will need to register using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mp6NV0h4QeWleFgbBP6daw

Please help us by registering using the above link..

Dons Trust Programme Notes – Cheltenham 4/12/21

Posted on December 6, 2021 by

TIM HILLYER OF THE DONS TRUST BOARD LOOKS AT THE RECENTLY PUBLISHED FAN-LED REVIEW.

As a reminder, the government had been prompted to fulfil their electoral manifesto promise by the abortive move of certain major European clubs to break away in the form of the European Super League.

It is not an overstatement to say that this document has the potential to be the biggest upheaval in football governance in a generation. Nothing of this magnitude has been seen..

Dons Trust Board meeting summary – 17 November

Posted on December 5, 2021 by The Dons Trust

On Wednesday 17 November 2021, the Dons Trust Board (DTB) gathered via Microsoft Teams for its regular monthly meeting. This is a summary of matters discussed, pending publication of full minutes.

Attendees were as follows:

From the Dons Trust Board (DTB): Xavier Wiggins, Jane Lonsdale, Niall Couper, Luke Mackenzie, Graham Stacey, Tim Hillyer, Charlie Talbot, Hannah Kitcher, Edward Leek.

Also in attendance: Michele Little, Treasurer and Martin Newton, incoming Secretary.

Apologies: David Growns, outgoing Secretary.

The meeting opened by welcoming Martin Newton who is taking on the Dons Trust Secretary role, following the recent announcement that current Secretary, David Growns is stepping down on 1 December 2021. 

Martin’s..

Dons Trust Election Results 2021

Posted on December 5, 2021 by

The following are the results of the Dons Trust Board elections 2021 which were counted today by the ESG in the presence of Neil Springate, the Independent Scrutineer:

There were 3,731 ballot papers issued and 1,371 votes cast – a turnout of 36.7%.

The number of votes cast for each candidate were as follows (candidates are in ballot paper order):

James Macdonald 394

Freddy Flaxman 643

Niall Couper 756

Ben Ransome 127

Dons Trust Board Election 2021 – Final Call For Votes!

Posted on December 3, 2021 by

Saturday FA Cup match against Cheltenham marks the last day of this year’s Dons Trust Board elections and the Elections Steering Group will be staffing the stall with the Ballot Box from around 1.15 to 2.45.

Most members vote electronically and should receive a final reminder on Friday but if you have a paper ballot or require a replacement paper vote then volunteers on the stall will be happy to help on Saturday.

The Dons Trust Stall can be found..

Dons Trust Programme Notes – Crewe 23/11/21

Posted on November 28, 2021 by

Dons Trust Elections 2021 – Mini Manifestos

We are delighted to have twelve strong candidates who have put their names forward for the election to fill the five places on the Dons Trust Board. On the following pages you will find a short version of each candidate’s manifesto, provided by them (in reverse order to the ballot). You can read their full manifestos as part of the ballot pack that has been sent to every member of the Trust…

Win a signed shirt by supporting campaign at Fleetwood home game

Posted on November 27, 2021 by

AFC Wimbledon will on Saturday be showing its support for Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign – and you can win a fantastic prize by entering a raffle.

Our Ladies recently showed their support for the campaign and goalkeeper Lauren Allen is pictured wearing a Dons 4 Diversity Puma shirt during the warm-up.

You can win a Puma rainbow top, signed by our first-team squad, by entering Saturday’s raffle with ticket sellers based in each of the home stands at Saturday’s..

Dons Trust Board Elections – Voting update

Posted on November 22, 2021 by

A first reminder to vote digitally was sent out on Tuesday 30 November. If you have been unable to find that (or the original) we would ask you please check your spam/junk boxes and/or do a search using the term ‘survey money’. This has helped locate the ballot email for some people. The Dons Trust kiosk will be open and available for members to vote with their paper ballots before Tuesday’s match against Crewe from around 6pm to 7.30pm. If..

Meet the DTB with Xavier Wiggins, feat. Joe Palmer, AFC Wimbledon CEO

Posted on November 19, 2021 by The Dons Trust

The Dons Trust Board is delighted to announce the return of our regular Meet the DTB events.

Kicking off at 19:00 GMT on Monday 22 November, the event will be with DTB Co-Chair Xavier Wiggins alongside special guest AFC Wimbledon CEO Joe Palmer.

For anyone who missed earlier sessions, the idea is that we host a Q&A with Dons Trust members online. The format is designed to allow for more informal, in-depth, and more personal, direct engagement between fans and..

Junior Dons Christmas party bookings and volunteers

Posted on November 17, 2021 by

Bookings can be made and volunteers are being sought for the annual fun celebration for young Wimbledon supporters – The Junior Dons Christmas Party!

The annual party – a highlight of the year for Junior Dons includes player appearances from both the men and ladies players and management teams, Haydon the Womble, a disco, party food and a gift for all, the party is suitable for all Junior Dons aged 12 and under.

This year’s party is on Sunday..