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BRING A POUND TO THE GROUND – AND MORE!
Fans behind the Fred Keenor Statue Fund Appeal are holding a bucket collection at the Cardiff City Stadium before the home leg of the Semi-Final Play-Off game on Wednesday, May 12th.
The Bring a Pound to the Ground – And More! collection is viewed as an important fundraiser by members of the statue fundraising committee, set up to honour the captain and members of Cardiff City’s 1927 FA Cup winning team.
A total of 14 collectors will be based inside the stadium near the turnstiles from 90 minutes before the vital Play-Off clash with Leicester City.
David Craig of the Fred Keenor fundraising committee, said: “We know that money is tight because of the very difficult economic situation. But we hope supporters attending this crucial game for Cardiff City will give generously – at least £1 from every adult attending would be great, but more if you can afford it.
“With the backing of fans we aim to raise a tidy sum for the fund and at the same time, hopefully, celebrate an appearance in the Play-Off Final at Wembley.
“The fundraising appeal has got off to a good start but we need to maintain the momentum so we hope fans will chip in to support this collection, which is being supported by Cardiff City Football Club who have been extremely helpful. Fred was a true legend and we intend to ensure that Fred and the 1927 team are properly recognised.”
· Donations to the appeal fund can be made through the Co-operative Bank:
Account name: – Fred Keenor Statue Fund or FKSF
Account no 65392368
Sort Code 08-92-99
Cheques can also be sent c/o CCST to PO Box 4254, Cardiff, CF14 8FD. Please add the words “Fred Keenor Appeal” on the top of the envelope.
Maesteg Bluebirds
Can I say a big thank you to the Maesteg Bluebirds for their welcome to the four of us from the Trust who went up to meet them last night.
We had a good question and answer session and hopefully we will get some new members from Maesteg and the surrounding valleys. If anyone else would like us to come and speak to City fans who are not yet members of the Trust then just send us an email.
The Maesteg Bluebirds are 50 years old this year. What a fantastic history of following and supporting the City. Thanks for the invitation and to Martyn and Steve for setting it up.
See you all again soon.
Tim
TG RINGS TRUST CHAIR FOLLOWING INVESTMENT
Malaysian businessman Dato’ Chan Tien Ghee (TG) today rang Tim Hartley, chair of Cardiff City Supporters’ Trust, following confirmation of £6m investment in the football club.
Tim Hartley said: “TG contacted me at home this morning to break the news of the investment. He is thrilled to be associated with Cardiff City and expressed his total commitment to the club.
“We have established a good working relationship already and TG made it clear that he is looking forward to working with the Trust and Cardiff City Supporters’ Club. He believes that the board, shareholders, fans’ groups all have key roles to play as custodians of our great club.
“TG is due to return to Malaysia tomorrow but plans to be back for the Play-offs and told me that he hoped to meet the Trust on his return to Wales.
“The investment is great news and I must say that we have been very impressed with the way TG has conducted himself. We look forward to developing a very good working relationship” added Tim Hartley.