I'm aware the lottery laws are (rightly) quite restrictive, but an associate membership without prizes but with the proceeds going to the same places could avoid this. 

Of course, the question is whether it's really worth the hassle. Fans near Nottingham support the club by buying tickets, and most of those further afield buy merchandise instead. 

39 minutes ago, DangerousSausage said:

Of course, the question is whether it's really worth the hassle. Fans near Nottingham support the club by buying tickets, and most of those further afield buy merchandise instead. 

It would take the time of a dedicated staff member, who'd have to see the vision and, understand the benefits from trying something like this out. I personally believe a lot of italian Magpies would, I know of some in the past who have purchased season tickets without attending games - just one or two.

Some might just send a one off donation, others might be inclined to donate more on a regular basis.

The club did trial something after Notts won the most overseas fans within the Football League, I don't know what happened to this. It's probably a lot of work and, I get that. It reminds me of the Junior Magpies and how that has declined. The club looks at additional revenue streams, as I have attended fan related meetings in the past - where discussions have been had about catering and, other means.

I'm afraid it's not so practical in application, as good ideas fall wayward.

The club shouldn't sniff at the chance to bring in extra revenue, even if overseas fans only donated 1k per year. It would pay for something that would help.