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Did you know that there are almost 6,000 veterans living in Oldham and of that amount, nearly 2000 are registered as disabled.

There has been some postive press reactions and outcomes for all parties who work with and volunteer for this group.

As we lead upto remembrance weekend, there has been a BP blog done and today, a press article on how this group came to be and the importance of remembrance

You don't have to have served/serving to support the work they are doing with both OACT and OAFC in the community. Just like and give us a follow or come on over and say hello in the fans bar pre match days....yes we do prop up the end of the bar too haha

thanks everyone for your support

For those who are interested in off the field stuff and clubs security

Its been many years in the making with FSA and MP Tracey Crouch Fan Led Review of the EFL.

Even OASF briefed MP Tracey Crouch directly on the then situation at BP. Its a shame Late OASF Retired director Philippa Whittaker is no longer around to see some postive steps going forward. This is her legacy not only for OAFC supporters, but those at other clubs too

Thanks to all involved up and down the country

Kings speech

Dear all

OAFC veterans supporter group has been key in planning this weekends remembrance match at BP

working with the club, OACT, RBL, local cadets and SSAFA too.

Details for veterans and  current serving personnel on how to claim a free ticket to this weekends match

OAFC veterans are reaching out to any veterans, currently serving MOD and blue light staff who might be interested in:

1) attending a match a BP

2) Want to be involved in the 11th November pre-match remberance match

Please help spread the word and Contact the team via twitter or Facebook

thanks

For info

Update on volunteer personnel

If you are in the fan bar, come over and say hello, you don't need to have served, veteran, or a blue light holder to have a chat

Steve and myself on duty today from 12 noon. That's the two on the left of the photo as you look at it. I am the better looking one.

update

OADID, celebrate their 1st year 

OASF, launch my shirt, my town photo opportunity

OAFC Veterans, regular slot in the Fans bar and have memorabilla for those who collect

On 9/12/2023 at 9:17 PM, latics22 said:

Maybe you need to get back involved? 

never say never. haha

But I am busy at the moment with volunteering with OAFC Veterans and StadiumParc32

Veterans have recently become un-incorporated group and gained FSA associate membership.

great to see a good mix of supporter groups out there. Something for everyone

16 minutes ago, nzlatic said:

Would the deadline for submission be end of April 2024?

clubs financial year is end of July. 

well not unless they have changed it

15 minutes ago, Dave_Og said:

 

Can't imagine accounts to July will have been signed off yet

now my brain has engaged, you are probably right it was about Oct/Nov when when OASF struggled to get Philippa in

and I recall OASF Director Andrew Jones seeing them in his brief directorship before he resigned Octoberish and OASF published a statement about the accoubts at the time

or, can we afford to go up? I know a bit random question

Sustainability and club being self-sufficient were early words used when the take over happened

We got our last parachute payment this season to help cushion the blow of relegation.

I have I missed any new directors to the board with good skillsets/business owners that can help drive sustainability?

Does anyone know if OASF have seen FULL club accounts for year ending July just gone, so we have a snapshot of Rothwells first year in charge?

On 9/8/2023 at 9:31 PM, latics22 said:

Is the trust still active ? What is the contingency fund at? Bit worried we’re dormant like before? What would happen if Frank the plug? Obvs that not tomorrow, but Barry was accused of not planning for the future. Feels a little like we are riding a wave that could crash without any plan.

I believe the 1895 stuff is still going.

I see the weekly lottery draw on Sundays

But I don't think the totaliser has moved since last October. Its been stuck at £78k since then.

I have asked several times for the meeting notes too. As nothing been published since last August I think

Good news. OAFC veterans have been accepted as associate members of the FSA

OAFC serving and veterans will be in there usual end of the bar spot, in the fans bar under the OEC gor tomorrows match

If even if you have not served, still come on over and say Hi.

its about sustainability for me.

I think Frank said when he first came in that he wanted the club to be self-sustaining. Can we afford it? promotion and being promoted up the leagues?

I did put a question in at the forum about how far off are we and what other models they were looking at. However, I don't think it was asked.

Well done Frank charity efforts though

15 hours ago, Dave_Og said:

Throw in OASIS GOLD if you like. The hardcore from the good times 

apologies, I had forgotten this group too.

update from Southend supporters trust this morning

morning all.

Thanks to @Matt for pinning this post.

Just an update with OAFC Veterans. Garry completed his sponsored 10k last night. Thanks to all who have supported him. photos

I know they have a table/area in the JR fans bar pre match so go over and say hello.

OADID- for less abled/disabled fans. My personal thanks to Aaron Diskin who volunteers for this group. I asked him to ask the club for some dedicated blue badge spaces on JR carpark, and he has sorted it. Thanks to club for listening too.

Hergametoo- not much to report here. But I know the 4 ladies will be working hard pre-season, whilst keeping an eye on the women's world cup

OASF- held their AGM last night online. 

Atheleticos are working on a range if goods/attire with club to go in revamped clubshop

thanks all

Garry from OAFC veterans is doing a sponsored 10k tomorrow (27th)

Raising cash to help support the group

Any donations will be greatly appreciated thanks

Dear all

Unsure if these have been posted on here or not.

There are some new OAFC supporter groups to add to our growing family.

All are new in their infancy but I thought I would help spread the word

OADID- is for disabled/less abled supporters

OAFC veterans- is for serving/ex serving personnel and families

Her game too- representation

links can be found on facebook and twitter in the main

OASF & Athletico's are still going as well

cheers

On 7/13/2023 at 9:07 AM, Ackey said:

With 'Read Receipt' turned on. And a passive aggressive 'Dear Sirs" opening gambit. 

 

They'll be shitting themselves. 

check the clubs email address too.

I recently replied back to the eticket one and got an auto reply from Karl Evans...saying  he no longer works for the company.....yikes

I promptly forwarded it on to supporter services instead. Luckily, that one was true

club have now posted the recording

On 6/13/2023 at 9:32 PM, BP1960 said:

 

Thanks.

apologies BP, I am not going tomorrow night now. So, I can't submit your question. Sorry

1 hour ago, BP1960 said:

 

Would it help the pitch being less exposed on the main stand side when freezing weather?

Apologies BP. I am unable to make the fan forum tomorrow & can't ask your question. Sorry

On 6/20/2023 at 3:56 PM, Whitts said:

 

I really think this is where the fans could help the club and make a difference.  I am sure fans / local organisations would be happy to get involved generally tidying up and painting the stadium and surrounding land to improve the matchday experience.  I appreciate everything Frank and the board have done but the club should organise some volunteering days so we can make a contribution.          

Oldham college used to be a key partner for the club. Students are desperate for mandatory work experience.

From groundskeeping, construction trades, office, social media etc. Never mind art on the walls..oodles of stuff that BP could be used as a working site 

Last time I sorted it was when I was part of OASF &  it was when Neil Joy was in situ at the Club. Students even produced a goal of them month vote on Club site.

It is my hope it is revisited again to help "grow our own" future workforce beyond the footy pitch.

StadiumParc32 had a meeting with exiting principle Alun Francis before the Rothwells came in. As part of our vision for the whole BP site

So who knows