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Hello folks, The Society has today launched our annual members survey to gather honest feedback on what’s working well and where improvements are needed. The Society is supporter-led, and its success depends on member participation – completing this survey is one of the main ways your views guide our decisions. Well Society members should have received a link to the survey at their registered email address this morning. If you’re a member and haven’t received it, just drop us a note at members@thewellsociety.uk. It takes around 5 minutes to complete, and your responses will help guide priorities for this year and beyond.

Evening folks A final call on The Well Society's 12 Days of Christmas event with over £10,000 already raised. All silent auction lots, buy it now items and raffle ticket purchases close at 9pm on Friday night. Those auction lots can be viewed here, buy it now options here and you can purchase raffle tickets here. A massive thank you to all those who are bidding, donating and buying; very much appreciated. All profits will be split between the Well Society, Motherwell Football Club Community Trust,. Motherwell Football Club Disabled Supporters Association and the club's boys and girls academies.

Please note the following from our consultation document, which is available in full here: How soon after stopping contributing will status be removed? If a member pauses or stops contributions, they will retain existing membership status for three months, giving them time to restart if needed. After that period, and if no contribution is resumed, membership status and associated voting rights will be removed except for legacy 1886-tier members, where applicable. I believe this to be fair and reasonable. If you are a Society member and believe there should be a change in policy to have a minimum amount to guarantee life membership then I'd be happy to look at a detailed proposal that could go to the membership in line with the process which we are going through currently. If you'd like to take forward do pop me across a DM.

@dennyc For those that joined on the original one-off payment system where members were advised that they would effectively be members for life on the basis of that payment. That is being honoured. This feels like the right thing to do and I believe in line with what was agreed all those years ago. For those that joined after the move to monthly contributions; we’re asking them to make a minimum contribution of £5 per month or £60 annually to maintain their membership of the Society. I would encourage you to vote ‘no’ if you do not agree with the proposed changes. I understand that the proposals will not be supported by all members. My hope would be that the Society and its members will continue to update and refine policies on a regular basis.

Hello folks Thank you @Kmcalpin for starting off the discussion and drawing attention to the Society Consultation. Worth noting that voting will close at noon this Thursday. All Well Society members will receive a final reminder email tomorrow with a voting link. Whether you agree with the changes or not please do make the effort to vote. We are keen to ensure as many members as possible have their say. All eight of the proposal have been developed in consultation with our members. This process commenced in January 2024 through a series of member workshops which were open to all. We worked through communications, governance and membership. Earlier this year we conducted a four week consultation covering the changes to the membership benefits, adult membership definition, change to the Rules of Association and supporting policies, the introduction of a new funding policy and the members' code of conduct. We then had a further two week consultation for the major votes policy change. We made changes as a result of the feedback received on a number of aspects and pulled together responses to frequently asked questions. If I can pick up on @Brazilian's point on the proposed changes to adult membership definition specifically. Those who joined the Society before 21 May 2015 and as a result made a significant one-off contribution of £300 or more but are no longer contributing to the Society currently will retain membership at the 1886 tier as part of the proposal. The new 1886 membership tier includes a community share in the Well Society, a vote on Well Society matters, discounted Well Society event entry, access to the new mobile app and access to the members education course. The reason for that date specifically is a communication sent by the then board of The Well Society which moved Society policy to seek monthly pledges rather than one-off payments: To help achieve long-term financial stability for Motherwell FC and its vision of becoming the best community club in Scotland, we are asking all members to pledge money to the Well Society each month. Last month we sent an email to members seeking approval for a revised membership structure. We have received an overwhelming endorsement of the proposals and thank everyone who responded. The policy now is to seek ongoing monthly pledges by direct debit, similar to the Foundation of Hearts, replacing the system of initial membership payments and annual renewal fees. You can pay £10 a month, £20, £30 or as much as you are able. Your contributions will still be recognised in the form of benefits, based on an incremental scale. Most importantly, though, you will be investing in a sustainable financial future for your club, providing it with working capital as it moves towards a self-sufficient future with the help of Les Hutchison. It is true to say that the proposal for those who joined the Well Society after this date when the new policy commenced and are no longer making a minimum contribution of £5 per month or £60 annual will lose their membership status and voting rights. Thanks again folks. Philip

At Motherwell we’re rightfully proud that our club was the first fan-owned top-flight football club in the United Kingdom. The Well Society is now about to embark on its next pioneering initiative by launching Scottish football’s first ever education course on Supporter Ownership and Community Building. A product of the work currently being undertaken by the Well Society membership workstream, the course will be led by David Stewart, a senior lecturer at the University of Central Lancashire. It will introduce members to the history and ideas behind supporter ownership as well as exploring the range of ways in which supporter owned clubs can promote community building. It will be a course made by the fans for the fans! In order to move this project forward, the Society will be holding a workshop on Monday 13th January to consult the membership and recruit interested attendees to participate in the member education network which will work alongside David to co-create the course. This is our club and our future. The member education course is the next step in building a sustainable and vibrant fan-ownership model to ensure that the Well Society is an informed, member-led force for good in the local community. Come along and help to lead the change! Well Society members can join one of our engagement sessions during January by registering here. Alternatively share your view by completing our online survey here.

A final call on The Well Society's 12 Days of Christmas with £8,232 already raised. A smashing effort. All silent auction lots, buy it now items and raffle ticket purchases close at 9pm on Thursday evening. Those auction lots can be viewed here, buy it now options here and you can purchase raffle tickets here. Thank you to all those who are bidding, donating and buying. Greatly appreciated!

We are now half way through the 12 Days of Christmas with £6,370 raised for good causes across The Well Society, Motherwell Football Club and the Motherwell Football Club Community Trust. Thank you to all those who have taken part whether that's in the silent auction, buy grabbing a buy it now gift for Christmas or picking up a raffle ticket. It is greatly appreciated. There's still time to get involved between now and 9pm on Thursday evening. In the silent auction we have just added a signed Motherwell Women's top and there's a great range of bargains to be had with opportunities for a visit from Steelman, hospitality experiences at Fir Park, an evening with the Clyde 1 Superscoreboard team and overnight stays at The Strathaven Hotel and Dalziel Park Hotel. All the lots can be viewed here. The grand prize raffle offers you the chance to pick up an overnight stay at Cameron House, an overnight stay with dinner at the Doubletree by Hilton Glasgow or a hospitality experience for two at Fir Park. Tickets from just £5 available here. Looking for something different for the 'Well fan in your life this Christmas? Why not pick up a personalised video message from club legend Willie Pettigrew, a signed Motherwell Football Club home jersey or ball here. Or you can give the gift of Well Society membership here.

Hello folks Thought it was worth adding a post on the Society's new Christmas fundraising initiative, here's all the details: The Well Society have launched our '12 Days of Christmas' campaign, giving you access to more than 50 exclusive experiences and prizes whilst supporting Motherwell Football Club. We have teamed up with the club, the youth academies and Motherwell FC Community Trust to offer you everything from golfing holidays to VIP access at Fir Park. Take a peek at our 12 Days portal and find the perfect Christmas gift. Being part of it is as easy as one, two, three: 1. Browse through over 50 silent auction lots, register and make your bid or go to our buy now options 2. Enter our raffle, at just £5 per ticket, to be in with the chance of one of three great prizes 3. Make a pledge and help a child in our local community The portal is open until 9pm on Thursday 12 December – so make sure to get your bids in before then. The fundraiser brings all aspects of the club together, with proceeds from the silent auction split equally between the Society, Motherwell FC and the Community Trust. Monies raised from the raffle will directly benefit the next generation of players running out in claret and amber, with a 50/50 split between the boys’ and girls’ academies. Christmas is a time for thinking of others, and giving the gift of football is also an option. Many children in the local area don’t have access to social activities and clubs – why not make a pledge to fund a football holiday camp place? Well Society Director Greg Anderson is leading the campaign as part of the Society’s Membership Workstream. He said: “There’s a plethora of prizes, some awesome auction lots and experiences which would tickle the fancy of any Motherwell FC fan. Please have a look and consider getting involved – it is all going to support this club and this community.” Brian Caldwell, Motherwell FC Chief Executive, added: “We’re excited to be able to offer fans something truly memorable, whether that be lunch with Paul McGinn and the players or joining the press pack and interviewing the gaffer. All aspects of the club are involved in the campaign, and all aspects of the club will benefit. Thank you for taking part.” Fans also have the opportunity to support development of the women’s game, and programmes which benefit people in the local community. Dawn Middleton, Chief Executive of Motherwell FC Community Trust, urged people to make a pledge: “The fans show incredible support to the team on the pitch, and to everything that happens off it, so I have no doubt they will rise to the occasion.”

We are closing in on our first event of the new season and we would love for members of The Well Society to join us. Stuart Kettlewell and Brian Caldwell will be our guests for Meet the Manager on Monday 29 July at Fir Park's Centenary Suite. Doors open at 6.30pm with the Question and Answer session hosted by Motherwell fan and A View for the Terrace's own Graeme Thewliss underway at 7.30pm. We will also be joined by the Former Players Club, the Heritage Group and the Supporters Liaison Officers on the night. Well Society members can register via email to attend this free event: event@thewellsociety.uk

Glad to hear you are all signed up, @Richie. Thank you for taking the plunge. The good news is that you will be joined on the glorious Fir Park turf by Jamie Murphy and Richard Tait on Friday evening. The last few spaces are now available at the Society's EventBrite page: https://t.co/OghlXXwNus

As of this morning; Live the Dream is now open to all Motherwell supporters. This is your chance to play at Fir Park next Friday night. You can secure your space now by visiting our EventBrite page here.

The roar of the crowd, the excitement as you step out of the tunnel and onto the hallowed Fir Park turf – here is your chance to Live the Dream as a Motherwell player for the day. Today we launch an exclusive opportunity for Well Society members to play on the pitch on the evening of Friday 24 May 2024, with all money raised going to The Well Society. There are 32 places available, each giving you the chance to experience life as a professional footballer. Four of these places will be given free to fully paid up Well Society members who apply through a draw. The rest of the places will go on sale tonight on a first come, first-served basis. To take part in the event you need to: Be a current adult member of The Well Society Be available from 6.30pm on Friday 24 May 2024 This is a physically demanding event – you must be healthy enough to take part Read and agree to our terms and conditions Sign our disclaimer In return you will: Have the chance to grace Fir Park with your footballing skills Enjoy a rare opportunity to experience life as a Motherwell player Receive a playing shirt with your name and number Catch up with fellow players at our post-match reception Gather photos and memories which will last a lifetime Buy your place Buy your place here. The teams are open to all genders and abilities. There are 14 places available on each team, with prices ranging from £150 for the opportunity to come off the bench as an impact sub, to £200 for a place in the starting line-up. Win a free place To be in with a chance for one of the free places you’ll need to be a current member of the Well Society. If you are not a member you can subscribe via this link (join by 5pm Tuesday 14 May). To get your name in the frame, email us with your details by midnight, Thursday 16 May. The draw for the places will take place at noon on Friday 17 May 2024. Supporters Help us create a great atmosphere for the players and celebrate fan ownership by joining us for the big match on the night. Entry will be priced at £5 per person with all proceeds going to support the Club through The Well Society.

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I would be keen to share with members of the Society the work we have been undertaking since the turn of the year in partnership with our members which has led to our new proposed operating structure. There are four Zoom sessions running this coming Sunday at 10am, midday, 2pm and 8pm. If you would like to join us please send me a DM with your email address. In case you missed it here's the communication sent to all members on Monday: Introducing our new operating structure Over the last six weeks we have been engaging members to understand what they want from The Well Society. They have told us what they value as members, what is working now and where we can improve in future. During these discussions five clear areas of focus have emerged. We will form five dedicated workstreams to support the development of these priorities. Each of these workstreams will be led by a board member. It has been clear across all of the focus sessions that there is a desire for members of The Well Society to make a greater contribution and offer more support. As a result, we are looking to align three Society members with relevant knowledge and skills to each of the workstreams. Our new focused workstreams are: Communications – led by Jason Henderson Will develop and deliver communications which give our members clarity around what we are delivering consistently across all channels Events – led by Amber Johnstone Will plan and execute a calendar of events that engages our members and enhances the visibility of the Society Fundraising – led by Derek Watson Will develop and implement fundraising initiatives that successfully drive income and cultivate our relationship with members Governance – led by Douglas Dickie Will establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, policies, and procedures that promote accountability and transparency Membership – led by Sean Baillie Will grow and engage our membership base through strategic initiatives, personalized experiences and value-added services, fostering a vibrant community We know that not everyone has been able to join us at Fir Park for the initial focus group sessions. So, we are organising four sessions via Zoom to gather views from Society members throughout the day on Sunday 3 March. During these sessions we will look to present the goals, objectives and deliverables across the workstreams and ask you to share your views and feedback as we continue to refine. The sessions will run at 10am, 12 midday, 2pm and 8pm – all times GMT.