Supporters are asked to contribute £25 towards the sponsorship fund and the name of every fan that takes part will feature on a special poster in the matchday programme for the Preston game as well as a special scroll of honour on the giant screen. The Clubs main sponsor GAC Logistics have kindly agreed to give up the branding on the front of the home shirts for this match and it will now carry the logo of the Supporters Trust. All supporters taking part will get the chance to win the shirts worn by the players on the day along with some other fantastic prizes.

The Crystal Palace Supporters’ Trust have already contributed £6,000 to start the fund and it is hoped to raise over £50,000.

Crystal Palace FC Chief Executive Phil Alexander says “We have been overwhelmed by the response of Palace supporters since the news of administration with their offers of help. This project enables supporters old and new, young and old, to help in a very tangible way. Every person that contributes will be given a special mention on the poster we will produce in the programme for the Preston game and they will get a chance to win some great prizes in the draw.

I would like to thank The CPFC Supporters' Trust for their involvement and support and can assure all supporters of the Club that the revenue generated by this initiative will actually be making a difference and will be a big help."

The Crystal Palace Supporters' Trust adds:

"The Trust are delighted to work with the Club and support the Family Day sponsorship on April 5th and urge the Fans to participate. It is imperative we all support the Club through this critical period whilst the Administrator is dealing with potential purchasers. We urge all fans to join the Trust & help us show interested parties how we can be a part of the future."

Brendan Guilfoyle, the Administrator of Crystal Palace FC says “It is vital to fund the Club whilst I seek a new purchaser. I have been hugely impressed by the passion of Palace fans and I know this wonderful initiative will be a huge success. I would especially like to thank the Trust for their ongoing support."

To take part simply complete an application form. Click on the link below to download the application form, pick one up in the Club Shop or Box Office or call 08712 000 071.

 http://www.cpstrust.org.uk/uploads/SPONSORSHIP_FORM.pdf

If you would like to help out on Family Day with other fundraising ideas / activities please contact Nathan at the Trust on nathancpst@googlemail.com.

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You can read the minutes here:

http://www.cpstrust.org.uk/uploads/Minutes_of_Trust_Meeting_20th_February_2010.doc

While it is clear how busy the administrator must be at this time, the Trust is becoming increasingly frustrated in its attempts to contact Brendan Guilfoyle over the past couple of weeks.

The Trust would like to meet with the administrator as soon as possible to clarify a number of issues including:

- An update on the progress of the sale of the club

- Clarification on whether the lease premium due in April to PWC has been waived or not

- Whether the transfer money generated from the sale of Victor Moses and held by the Football League has been released to the club

- An update on the issues concerning Selhurst Park and the freehold

A clear channel of communication between the administrator and the fans is crucial at this time. Confusing and contradictory statements surrounding Neil Warnock’s departure do not help achieve this. It is hoped that the administrator will clarify this and many other issues concerning supporters as soon as possible.