Become a Club Down Partner What is a Club Down partner? A Club Down partner is a supporter of the aims of Down who is prepared to make a worthwhile regular contribution, providing a sustainable income stream for the county and assisting in the development and promotion of the GAA in all its facets in and for the county. How much does it cost? For an initial three year period a Club Down partner will contribute £40.00 per month, payable by standing order. Look at it this way - for less than a tenner a week, a significant opportunity exists to play your part in strengthening and building the GAA in our county. Options for quarterly, bi-annual, or lump sum subscriptions can also be accommodated. Where does the money go? County GAA activities nowadays require an incredible amount of organisation, preparation, back-up service and commitment, from coaching and games development work to supporting underage squads and all other county teams, as well as providing support for cultural and language activities. In addition to its fundraising remit, Club Down's close relationship with the County Committee ensures that you, as a partner, have a real say in how your contribution is applied. Why Should I Become A Partner? As a partner, you play an instant role in Club Down, helping "make it happen". Together we can harness our pride in the past towards our ambitions for the future only when we have a secure financial base from which to grow. The success of the county depends on all facets working together -players, management, supporters, administrators, members, partners and sponsors - all essential parts of "the Down team". Club Down partners will share in the passion and pride that goes with the commitment needed to recapture the days of glory. In Down we are all about creating champions - and doing it with the style that is associated with the Down brand across all its range of activities. Club Down partners will be a vital cog in this unique sporting, social and community movement. Because we value your support we also think there should be genuine and generous rewards and therefore partnership also delivers you a number of reciprocal benefits. What are the partner benefits? - In the first year of membership, you will receive: - A Club Down Member's welcome pack including membership card and car sticker - Customised Club Down jacket-In each of the 3 years, you will also receive - 2 x free entries to the quarterly Club Down Draws - Entitlement to purchase at face value 4 tickets for all-ticket matches involving Down (upon application) - Entitlement to 2 free tickets to all senior club championship games in Down (football and hurling) - Entitlement to 2 free tickets to the Annual Club Down members' event. (details to be announced later) - Free copy of the Down GAA Yearbook - Regular Club Down newsletter by email. Benefits are effective from the date of first payment received by standing order (or on receipt of payment in full). Benefits are valid for the calendar year from the effective date. Prize money in quarterly draws may by agreement be issued net of applicable annual amount of subscription * Merchandise has been commissioned exclusively for Club Down members, partners and sponsors. Additional items may be made available at special discounted prices, subject to availability. Quarters 1,283 1st: £1000 2nd: £500 Plus 5 prizes of £100 each. Quarter 4 (end of year draw) 1st: A New Car Plus additonal prizes