NEWPORT County AFC Supporters' Trust has announced it has raised £108,000 towards the £195,000 it needs to secure ownership of the club.

A further £87,000 is needed by the end of the month.

In a statement today the Trust said: "We are now coming to the end of week three since our share offer launch and we are delighted to announce that the contributions currently sit at £108,000.

"Trust membership currently stands at 1703.

"The Trust have been overwhelmed by the generosity of people. We are truly humbled."

To help contribute to that target here is a guide to buying shares:

Step 1 - Trust Membership - You need to join the Trust - Forms can be downloaded from the website or available at the club 

Step 2 - Buying Shares - There is a form that can be downloaded on the website or again you can approach the club 

Step 3 - Paying for Shares - This can be undertaken in a variety of ways:

  • Electronic transfer 
  • Sort Code - 56-00-59
  • Account Number - 29584264
  • Account Name - Newport County AFC Supporters Society Ltd
  •  Trust membership number needs to be included 

 

  • By cheque in person at the club or sending to:
  • Newport County AFC Supporters Trust 
  • C/O Newport County AFC 
  • Rodney Parade 
  • Newport 
  • South Wales                                       
  • NP19 0UU

 

  • By Cash at the club 
  • Through Paypal on our website 

In addition if you don't want to join the Trust or buy shares you can donate by using any of the channels above.

The Trust said: "Without a home game for two weeks it is imperative we keep the momentum going and we urge fans to join the Trust and purchase shares. 

"Remember this is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the club to be owned by the supporters."