Dons Trust Board Meeting Summary – 19 May 2021

Posted on June 19, 2021 by

On Wednesday 19 May 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: CEO – Joe Palmer. DTB: Xavier Wiggins, Jane Lonsdale, Charlie Talbot, Niall Couper Hannah Kitcher, Ed Leek, Luke Mackenzie, Graham Stacey, Tim Hillyer

Also in attendance: Secretary – David Gowns, Treasurer – Michele Little, Minute-taker – Ollie Ryan Tucker, Communications Assistant – Matt Stockbridge

The meeting opened by..

A Tribute to Dons supporter Colin Gales

Posted on June 2, 2021 by

The Dons Trust and the Club were shocked to hear the news that long-standing Wimbledon supporter Colin Gales had passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 74.

Colin, a member of the DT, was well known around the club as he volunteered for many years in the club shop and helped with ticket mail-outs. He would often drop by the Dons Trust kiosk on matchdays at Kingsmeadow. Colin is pictured above (second from left) in a group..

Trust Member Season Ticket and Debentures Information

Posted on June 2, 2021 by

New stadium, new home – and a whole new range of opportunities! Our return to Plough Lane is one of the greatest events in our proud history and the demand for season tickets is going to be higher than ever.

We are back, we are home, we are Wimbledon – so check out all our exciting options, including new price points for different age groups.

The priority window for Dons Trust members is now open and will run until..

Dons Trust Board meeting summary – 21 April

Posted on May 18, 2021 by

On Wednesday 21 April 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 Football Club Board (FCB): CEO – Joe Palmer

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

Also in attendance: David Growns – Secretary, Treasurer – Michele Little, Minute-taker – Roger Edmonds-Brown, Communications Assistant – Matt Stockbridge.

April’s..

Royal photographer puts our fans in the picture!

Posted on May 8, 2021 by

The brilliant Royal photographer who took official portraits for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s 10th wedding anniversary last week is also the inspiration behind a stunning exhibition that puts AFC Wimbledon fans in the frame.

Chris Floyd, who has earned worldwide acclaim for his stunning pictures of celebrities like Sir Paul McCartney, Line Of Duty star Vicky McClure, David Hockney and Jude Law, was invited to Kensington Palace to help William and Kate celebrate their special day.

But closer..

Outcome of 28 April SGM Resolutions

Posted on May 8, 2021 by

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us at the online SGM on Wednesday 28 April 2021. Once again, we had a positive response from members, and those that joined us on the night were able to discuss many issues, and lots of questions were answered.

A recording of the meeting is available on the Dons Trust members’ ProBoards site. If you haven’t used ProBoards before you will need to register by visiting https://donstrust.boards.net/ and enter your..

Seedrs Rewards Update

Posted on May 8, 2021 by

Rewards Update

As the end of the season approaches and we look forward to another series in League One, we’re getting in touch with an update for all of our Seedrs investors. Now that the stadium is completed and keys handed over, we’re at a stage where we can start to install all of the perks and rewards ahead of the start of the 2021/22 season.

Firstly, we just wanted to say thanks to everyone..

Nick Robertson – interview with club shareholder

Posted on April 28, 2021 by The Dons Trust

Ahead of this evening’s online SGM, which starts at 19:30 BST, we spoke to Nick Robertson, who the Dons Trust Board is recommending for election to the PLC in a member vote tonight.

Watch the full interview:

The meeting will take place via Zoom. In order to participate, you will need to register by clicking here.

The meeting will be strictly restricted to Dons Trust members only. We will need to confirm you are a member before approving your..

AFC Wimbledon and The Dons Trust support World Autism Month

Posted on April 26, 2021 by

We take a look at what World Autism Month is all about and how the club are striving to make every fan feel welcome and comfortable at Plough Lane

There are around 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK and one in 100 people are on the autism spectrum – so at Plough Lane that could be almost 100 fans at every home game next season.

At Wimbledon we believe everyone is welcome and try to make everyone feel..

DONS TRUST CALLS FOR FOOTBALL CLUBS TO UNITE

Posted on April 20, 2021 by

DONS TRUST CALLS FOR FOOTBALL CLUBS TO UNITE AND CREATE A NEW VISION FOR THE FUTURE

‘Football has been drifting in the wrong direction for decades’ – Xavier Wiggins, co-chair of The Dons Trust

The Dons Trust has launched a rallying call to football clubs across the country to come together and change football for the better.

The move comes just days after the so-called ‘Big Six’ announced a decision to join a new, closed European Super League.

Xavier..