There was a time in the early 90s when we would receive a Christmas card signed by a player (in ink) as part of our membership and  I still have ones from Allen Jakovich, Rod Grinter and Stephen Tingay. 

These were then replaced by a card with printed autographs and one I have kept featured coach Neil Balme, Garry Lyon, Jimmy Stynes, Glenn Lovett and Tingay.

I assume the practice ceased for reasons of cost, but it was a nice gesture that I appreciated receiving each year.

The HS website has an article on how AFL clubs are rewarding member loyalty.  Can someone who can get behind the paywall report what MFC is doing and how it compares to other clubs?  Thanks in advance.

btw, I didn't see or hear that there would be a 'reward' of some sort from mfc.  Some people here reported receiving a pin with membership packs but neither myself nor my niece received one in our 'Redlegs' packs. 

  On 04/01/2021 at 00:11, Lucifer's Hero said:

The HS website has an article on how AFL clubs are rewarding member loyalty.  Can someone who can get behind the paywall report what MFC is doing and how it compares to other clubs?  Thanks in advance.

btw, I didn't see or hear that there would be a 'reward' of some sort from mfc.  Some people here reported receiving a pin with membership packs but neither myself nor my niece received one in our 'Redlegs' packs. 

I got a pin but it might vary by membership category? Port gave a keyring. Some clubs upgraded everyone by one category.

  On 04/01/2021 at 00:11, Lucifer's Hero said:

The HS website has an article on how AFL clubs are rewarding member loyalty.  Can someone who can get behind the paywall report what MFC is doing and how it compares to other clubs?  Thanks in advance.

btw, I didn't see or hear that there would be a 'reward' of some sort from mfc.  Some people here reported receiving a pin with membership packs but neither myself nor my niece received one in our 'Redlegs' packs. 

Here we go LH.

Membership prices frozen across all categories.

Complimentary general admission tickets offered to 2021 members renewing as compensation.

Membership packages with included hospitality offered complimentary function.

Reserved seat renewal period extended to ensure no member loses a seat.

htp://membership.melbournefc.com.au

That is all she wrote LH. As I probably wont be going to a game next season I get nil. However it does not worry me I paid last year and would this year  even if there was not season. Just a rusted on [censored].

Edited January 4, 20214 yr by old dee

  On 04/01/2021 at 02:37, Clintosaurus said:

I got a pin but it might vary by membership category? Port gave a keyring. Some clubs upgraded everyone by one category.

I’m a Trident member. I received my badge, a lanyard and a couple of stickers 

No pin or any other “reward” offers

  On 04/01/2021 at 00:11, Lucifer's Hero said:

The HS website has an article on how AFL clubs are rewarding member loyalty.  Can someone who can get behind the paywall report what MFC is doing and how it compares to other clubs?  Thanks in advance.

btw, I didn't see or hear that there would be a 'reward' of some sort from mfc.  Some people here reported receiving a pin with membership packs but neither myself nor my niece received one in our 'Redlegs' packs. 

I contacted the club via email, and they said that you had to nominate whether you wanted a pin, and If i replied to the email, they would send me one. I replied and stated "yes please", I also explained that members who choose the roll over option don't get the opportunity to select such items or choose a picture for their membership, and suggested maybe they could fix this. 

 

Ph: (03) 9652 1111
PO Box 254 East Melbourne Victoria 8002
Email: info@melbournefc.com.au

  On 04/01/2021 at 08:04, Demon_spurs said:

 I also explained that members who choose the roll over option don't get the opportunity to select such items or choose a picture for their membership, and suggested maybe they could fix this.

This is a good point. The first year they did custom cards I got a bit overexcited and paid $5 (!) for one, then the next year a blank card turned up when I would probably have paid them another fiver. Every dollar counts.

  On 04/01/2021 at 08:04, Demon_spurs said:

I contacted the club via email, and they said that you had to nominate whether you wanted a pin, and If i replied to the email, they would send me one. I replied and stated "yes please", I also explained that members who choose the roll over option don't get the opportunity to select such items or choose a picture for their membership, and suggested maybe they could fix this. 

 

Ph: (03) 9652 1111
PO Box 254 East Melbourne Victoria 8002
Email: info@melbournefc.com.au

 

  On 04/01/2021 at 10:00, Supermercado said:

This is a good point. The first year they did custom cards I got a bit overexcited and paid $5 (!) for one, then the next year a blank card turned up when I would probably have paid them another fiver. Every dollar counts.

I think they tell you when you get the renewal email to login to your member account for those extras. I'm an AFL member with MFC club support but I've done it for my kids memberships (selected a player for the card as well as purchase the birthday club add-on).

Have any MCC/MFC members not received their membership packs yet? I'm still awaiting mine, despite paying for it in August...

Myself & my son received ours in Dec before xmas. I only paid for mine in November ...my son earlier ...

I have not received anything yet but not worried I doubt I will be going to a game before July if there are games to go to. Funny thing is I am less enthusiastic about the coming year than of any in the last decade. Might be just my view of life in 2021 in general  at present. 

  On 05/01/2021 at 02:47, old dee said:

I have not received anything yet but not worried I doubt I will be going to a game before July if there are games to go to. Funny thing is I am less enthusiastic about the coming year than of any in the last decade. Might be just my view of life in 2021 in general  at present. 

cheer up, od. you can always enjoy a voyeuristic view of bucks and dimma's social life and fast eddie's pending resignation, whilst you wait for the real footy to commence

I received a scarf before Christmas, that's it, just a scarf. No membership letter, no membership card with the personalised player I'd chosen, no lanyard, no stickers, no fridge magnet with the draw on it. Just a single scarf. Rang the club and they had no explanation.

Then asked if there was any kids AFLW memberships or merch as we've just had a daughter and I want her to be a member for both teams like me. No memberships or merch available, thought that was a missed opportunity

  On 04/01/2021 at 12:00, A F said:

Have any MCC/MFC members not received their membership packs yet? I'm still awaiting mine, despite paying for it in August...

I think it was reported that there was a hiccup with MCC notifying the Club of MCC/MFC paid memberships until much later than usual. We haven't received ours but not concerned as a quick call to memberships will sort it out.

Australia Post lost my pack and then claimed they never received it from MFC.

It scanned at one of their locations in Dandenong South.

Useless.

  On 04/01/2021 at 11:45, Dr. Gonzo said:

 

I think they tell you when you get the renewal email to login to your member account for those extras. I'm an AFL member with MFC club support but I've done it for my kids memberships (selected a player for the card as well as purchase the birthday club add-on).

Must admit, sometimes I'm a bit lazy reading emails. I get to the first line and then usually move on. Missed a few things over time I admit

  On 16/12/2020 at 07:53, Clintosaurus said:

Be Friday or Monday based on the gap between SMS and pack arriving for me.

Lapel pin as thanks for paying 2020 in full a bit of a joke. Hobart Hurricanes gave me a players shirt, and getting a training shirt with members names sublimated into from Parramatta.

We get a scarf each year Clint From Melb snd really Hobart Hurricanes we're not affected by Covid last year As their season was over and are not this year it would seem. 

  On 05/01/2021 at 04:09, Redbeard said:

I received a scarf before Christmas, that's it, just a scarf. No membership letter, no membership card with the personalised player I'd chosen, no lanyard, no stickers, no fridge magnet with the draw on it. Just a single scarf. Rang the club and they had no explanation.

Then asked if there was any kids AFLW memberships or merch as we've just had a daughter and I want her to be a member for both teams like me. No memberships or merch available, thought that was a missed opportunity

Go online to the Membership area and look at all the categories 

Reckon they are s three and can be ordered online 

I paid for my overseas membership in October and soon after received the confirmation e-mail.  However - like every other year - I am locked out of the watchafl app. I have written to them to restore access, but haven’t had a response yet. The gift pack (is there one?) hasn’t arrived.
Last year they asked if I would like to forgo the gift in favour of a young supporter. I agreed and supplied my grandson’s name. But, for some silly reason, that isn’t part of the deal. They give the gift to someone of their choosing. Not a great way to bring the next génération into the Demon’s fold.

  On 04/01/2021 at 12:00, A F said:

Have any MCC/MFC members not received their membership packs yet? I'm still awaiting mine, despite paying for it in August...

No, you're on your own there. I received my pack pre-Christmas, but I paid separately. Paid the MCC in October and the MFC in November, in case that makes a difference. (I prefer to give my money direct to the club.)

  On 05/01/2021 at 16:48, 58er said:

Go online to the Membership area and look at all the categories 

Reckon they are s three and can be ordered online 

They're all for the men's team, there's no junior memberships for the AFLW team

Still waiting for my MFC membership despite paying automatically in October....seems to get slower every year

I'm auto too. Got my pack before Christmas, and have done so for some time.

Have you contacted club? Maybe an issue with your address  

  On 06/01/2021 at 10:05, Redbeard said:

They're all for the men's team, there's no junior memberships for the AFLW team

Then contact ( ring the Membership Dept) Of the Club.

  On 14/01/2021 at 07:51, 58er said:

Then contact ( ring the Membership Dept) Of the Club.

Sorry Redbeard understand you have had discussions with the Membership Dept.

Maybe ask if they can create a Junior category for AFLW Juniors.
Consider  writing or contacting Gary Pert.  Good luck.