NEWPORT County AFC fans will be asked to contribute a combined total of £100,000 a year towards the club’s playing budget via monthly donations.

In a communication sent to supporters today, the Exiles outlined plans for a rewards and benefits scheme based on monthly contributions from fans.

The club statement said: “We are conscious that in order to become a fully sustainable fan-owned club we need to develop a diverse range of income streams.

“In order to achieve this we believe the rewards and benefits scheme – based on payment options to meet all budgets – will be critical for our future progression as a club.

“In order for the scheme to be successful we feel it needs to be suitably attractive to our fans to justify a regular monthly financial commitment.

“Recognising this during the season we have focused on reviewing and improving the scheme to ensure it provides a range of benefits for our fans.

“As a result of our review we have set a target to provide a secure, annual income of £100k for the club through supporters making monthly donations, with all money raised being used to enhance the club's playing budget.

“In return for the financial support provided we have teamed up with a number of local businesses and national companies to offer a range of rewards and benefits for our loyal fan base.

“Each supporter joining the scheme will be provided with an amber loyalty card, unique to that individual, which will have details of the supporter's name and membership number.

“The card can be used in participating outlets in return for a discount – with a family meal in Friars Walk followed by a visit to the cinema resulting in significant savings.

“In addition to savings the card will also provide further benefits to fans including: 10 per cent off purchases in the club shop; automatic Trust membership; inclusion in draw for FA Cup final and EFL Cup final tickets that the club receives; attendance at selected training sessions.”