Would You Contribute To A Managers Fund?

**FranckSuzy** · 31-05-2013 06:18 PM

For some time now, the idea of a Managers Fund - where fans contribute an amount within their budget monthly in order that it is used directly on the playing squad - has been discussed. This poll is intended to gauge the level of support for such a scheme if it were available. All (constructive

) comments are welcomed

*Please note, this poll is not being posted on behalf of hibs.net. It is part of the work LWT were undertaking this season and this post is merely canvassing opinion.

**West hamBERNIAN** · 31-05-2013 06:51 PM

if there where a dedicated payment service to help fund transfers i'd be all for it. would also pay a pretty penny for hibs tv if they were to televise games for ppl in England to. i realise many make the effort to drive from england for games but after driving around 50-60 hrs a week it ain't easy. just saying

**FranckSuzy** · 31-05-2013 06:54 PM

Originally Posted by West hamBERNIAN

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if there where a dedicated payment service to help fund transfers i'd be all for it. would also pay a pretty penny for hibs tv if they were to televise games for ppl in England to. i realise many make the effort to drive from england for games but after driving around 50-60 hrs a week it ain't easy. just saying

As for the rest of your post, maybe you could contact HibsTV?

***HH81*** · 31-05-2013 06:56 PM

As i already pay into the Hibernians, would this take away from that scheme?

**~~Saorsa~~** · 31-05-2013 06:57 PM

Originally Posted by HH81

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As i already pay into the Hibernians, would this take away from that scheme?

why would it? Are you only going tae pay half tae each?

***KdyHby*** · 31-05-2013 06:59 PM

Currently buy the Hibs Lotto, would rather pay twice as much directly to the manager's fund.

**FranckSuzy** · 31-05-2013 07:00 PM

Originally Posted by HH81

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As i already pay into the Hibernians, would this take away from that scheme?

Good question HH. No, in a nutshell. That scheme already exists and AFAIK will continue. This scheme is intended to cater for those who wish to contribute directly to the funds the manager has access to. For whatever reason, the existing schemes do not appeal to some fans

***Jonnyboy*** · 31-05-2013 07:00 PM

Originally Posted by HH81

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As i already pay into the Hibernians, would this take away from that scheme?

The Hibernians funds youth development. The fund this thread refers too would generate monies for the manager to use in building etc his senior squad. Any 'new' fund set up (and it's early days yet) would not look to be taking subscribers away from existing income streams

**West hamBERNIAN** · 31-05-2013 07:01 PM

Originally Posted by FranckSuzy

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As for the rest of your post, maybe you could contact HibsTV?

good point.

**Chibs** · 31-05-2013 07:03 PM

I thought I did through the hibs lotto.

***HH81*** · 31-05-2013 07:03 PM

Originally Posted by Desperate Dan

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why would it? Are you only going tae pay half tae each?

Ok, you may get people cancelling this to pay into the managers fund? Then what?

***hibees 7062*** · 31-05-2013 07:04 PM

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Currently buy the Hibs Lotto, would rather pay twice as much directly to the manager's fund.

**FranckSuzy** · 31-05-2013 07:05 PM

Originally Posted by EdinCapitals

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Currently buy the Hibs Lotto, would rather pay twice as much directly to the manager's fund.

Then you are exactly the kind of fan this would cater for

IMHO, it's a win-win situation for Hibs, in that all these other schemes will rightly continue to appeal to certain fans. However, it may just be that there's a opening for another type of arrangement. No-one loses out as the money is still going to Hibs whether it be Hibs Lotto, The Hibernians etc. It's just another way to make Sir Rod happy

**~~Saorsa~~** · 31-05-2013 07:05 PM

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Ok, you may get people cancelling this to pay into the managers fund? Then what?

You asked about you though

It's up tae you what you dae. I donate tae kick for kids every season, that winnae change because of this. This is extra, get yer dosh oot

**FranckSuzy** · 31-05-2013 07:08 PM

Originally Posted by HH81

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Ok, you may get people cancelling this to pay into the managers fund? Then what?

At present, the idea is that the scheme will offer no incentive other than knowing you are contributing directly to Hibs. The other schemes offer priority/the chance to win money etc. I don't see any reason why they can't co-exist. Either way, Hibs are getting the money

**~~MSK~~** · 31-05-2013 07:10 PM

Originally Posted by FranckSuzy

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Then you are exactly the kind of fan this would cater for

IMHO, it's a win-win situation for Hibs, in that all these other schemes will rightly continue to appeal to certain fans. However, it may just be that there's a opening for another type of arrangement. No-one loses out as the money is still going to Hibs whether it be Hibs Lotto, The Hibernians etc. It's just another way to make Sir Rod happy

Isnt a percentage of the lotto money deducted though ..ie hibs get 60p & the lotto get 40p from the £ ..whereas the other way hibs/Fenlon gets 100% ...or am I wrong ..?...

**hibs4thecup1988** · 31-05-2013 07:10 PM

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I thought I did through the hibs lotto.

That was the whole thing... Hibs lotto...26p in the £ goes to PF.

Whereas with this EVERY penny in the pound would go to PF.

***Jonnyboy*** · 31-05-2013 07:13 PM

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I thought I did through the hibs lotto.

If you buy the lotto then yes you do at the rate of 26p for every £1 you spend. This idea is not intended to steal lotto customers away but rather to offer an alternative to fans who would prefer a sum to go to the manager in total. For example a lotto buyer spending £10 a month is giving Pat £2.60 which is great but anyone donating to this fund in the same way would be giving all £10 to the manager.

**FranckSuzy** · 31-05-2013 07:14 PM

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Isnt a percentage of the lotto money deducted though ..ie hibs get 60p & the lotto get 40p from the £ ..whereas the other way hibs/Fenlon gets 100% ...or am I wrong ..?...

No, you are not wrong. Well, about the lotto at least

. Not sure about the Hibernians. But I think this is the key to the proposed fund-100% of the money goes to the manager. However, with that, you have to accept there is no incentive other than helping the team. No priority for tickets, no prize fund. Just the smug satisfaction of knowing you are giving your hard-earned cash to the Hibees

***Jonnyboy*** · 31-05-2013 07:15 PM

Originally Posted by HH81

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Ok, you may get people cancelling this to pay into the managers fund? Then what?

It's not intended as replacement, HH but rather an alternative. Individual fans can choose which route they are most comfortable with

**FranckSuzy** · 31-05-2013 07:17 PM

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It's not intended as replacement, HH but rather an alternative. Individual fans can choose which route they are most comfortable with

That is the key point

**Pete** · 31-05-2013 07:18 PM

I think there are enough ways as it is to contribute without buying match tickets. Another one might dilute the income from other schemes and over-complicating things might put people off additional contributions altogether.

**~~MSK~~** · 31-05-2013 07:19 PM

Originally Posted by FranckSuzy

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No, you are not wrong. Well, about the lotto at least

. Not sure about the Hibernians. But I think this is the key to the proposed fund-100% of the money goes to the manager. However, with that, you have to accept there is no incentive other than helping the team. No priority for tickets, no prize fund. Just the smug satisfaction of knowing you are giving your hard-earned cash to the Hibees

Thanks S ..if I was gonna contribute then I would want every penny spent on the squad..not interested in anything other than better players on that pitch ..good enough for me ..

***Jonnyboy*** · 31-05-2013 07:20 PM

Originally Posted by peter douglas

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I think there are enough ways as it is to contribute without buying match tickets. Another one might dilute the income from other schemes and over-complicating things might put people off additional contributions altogether.

Point taken Peter but conversely you could argue that fans who shun the lottery for example, because of the split of takings and who would still like to contribute specifically to a managers fund, would have that choice available

***HH81*** · 31-05-2013 07:20 PM

Originally Posted by Jonnyboy

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It's not intended as replacement, HH but rather an alternative. Individual fans can choose which route they are most comfortable with

I like the Hibernians as i get a final ticket through it

Has anyone even asked hibs as they might not want this?

***Jonnyboy*** · 31-05-2013 07:21 PM

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I like the Hibernians as i get a final ticket through it

Has anyone even asked hibs as they might not want this?

Lets just say it is a topic that LWT have discussed in the past and will do so again in the future

**FranckSuzy** · 31-05-2013 07:22 PM

Originally Posted by peter douglas

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I think there are enough ways as it is to contribute without buying match tickets. Another one might dilute the income from other schemes and over-complicating things might put people off additional contributions altogether.

All valid points PD but there have been calls for a scheme such as this from various quarters whenever the subject is brought up. For some reason, the existing schemes are not attracting certain fans, however a fund idea seems to interest some people. This is merely a toe-dip in the water

Also, it shouldn't over-complicate things. There is a scheme for donating to the Youth Team, a Hibs Lotto, STs and hopefully a Manager's Fund. All four are completely different but all result in the same thing - money to Hibs. This is just a more direct option and I would argue, less complicated

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***KdyHby*** · 31-05-2013 07:23 PM

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Thanks S ..if I was gonna contribute then I would want every penny spent on the squad..not interested in anything other than better players on that pitch ..good enough for me ..

This for me. I currently reluctantly pay a few £s a month to the lotto, would much prefer to pay more directly to the proposed fund.

***Billy Whizz*** · 31-05-2013 07:25 PM

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Point taken Peter but conversely you could argue that fans who shun the lottery for example, because of the split of takings and who would still like to contribute specifically to a managers fund, would have that choice available

I don't gamble, so the lottery is a no go for me. Would be happy to put a small amount Hibs way each month, if I was guaranteed it went to where I was told it was going.
The 26p in the £1, lottery is a lot less than Hibs will make on merchandise etc, however if hibs view the people tickets as an additional spend, instead of the full lottery, then its incremental