Twenty‑five years ago, on 1st February 2002, nearly 900 supporters filled the York Barbican to launch the York City Supporters’ Trust. It was a moment powered by belief — a belief that supporters could protect, strengthen, and help shape the future of York City Football Club.
Since that day, through highs and lows, one thing has remained constant: when City needed us, supporters stepped forward. Volunteers gave their time, their energy, and at times their sleepless nights to ensure the club we love continued to stand strong. We owe so much to those who carried the torch.
Today, that same spirit is alive — but something more is happening.
City is rising again.
On the pitch, the team is pushing hard with three crucial months ahead. Off the pitch, our new majority owners and partners have made their ambitions clear: to return York City to the Football League where it belongs. And in the stands, the surge of belief is unmistakable. Home attendances last season were the highest since 1974–75 — a generation-defining achievement and a powerful sign of what’s building.
Our supporters are returning.
The noise is returning.
The pride is returning.
Now, it’s time for the Trust to rise too.
Why Project 2000?
Trust membership currently sits at around 1,050 — made up of roughly 700 Life Members and 350 Annual Members. Every single one of these members has played a part in what we’ve accomplished: monthly socials, special anniversary events, successful fundraising campaigns, and even the donation of a Youth Team minibus. These things matter. They change lives, and they strengthen the club from the inside out.
But imagine what we could do with 2000 members standing together.
Project 2000 isn’t just a target.
It’s a statement.
A declaration that as York City charges forward, its supporters will fuel the journey. It’s about creating the strongest, most unified Supporters’ Trust in our history — ready to honour our 25th anniversary in 2027 by giving more back to the club and its community.
A Moment to Join the Rising Tide
There are moments in football when the energy shifts — when you can feel momentum gathering and history starting to move. We are living one of those moments now.
This is the time to step forward.
This is the time to grow our voice.
This is the time to stand together as one Trust, one club, one community, one City.
By becoming a member — whether annual or lifetime — you aren’t just signing up. You are strengthening the future of York City Football Club. You are ensuring the Trust can keep supporting young players, backing new initiatives, celebrating our heritage, and shaping the next chapter of the club’s story.
Be Part of the 2000. Be Part of the Rise.
Joining is simple.
But the impact is powerful.
Click here and be one of the 2000 supporters driving this new era forward.
Together, we can make our 25th anniversary a celebration not just of where we’ve been —
but of where we’re going.
Let’s rise. Let’s unite. Let’s reach 2000.
The future is ours to shape.
About York City Supporters’ Trust
Established in 2002, York City Supporters Trust is a not-for-profit Community Benefit Society, regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We were formed to protect the long-term future of the football club and represent the interests of the fans. We are also 25% shareholders in York City Football Club Ltd.