The Eagles went into administration in January and in an effort to raise some much needed cash for the club GAC Logistics, Palace’s main sponsor, have allowed the Crystal Palace Supporters Trust the branding rights to the team shirts for a one off game.
Supporters who contribute £25 towards the project will get their names printed in the matchday programme.
Donors will also get the chance to win a signed player’s shirt as well as many other prizes.
“We have been overwhelmed by the response of our fans since the club went into administration. The project enables supporters, young and old, to help in a very tangible way,” said Crystal Palace CEO Phil Alexander.
The objective of the fans' sponsorship project is to raise over £50,000 and the Supporters Trust have already donated £6,000 themselves.
The Trust’s Secretary, Lesley Palmer, said: “The fans sponsorship project is a great opportunity for the diehard season-ticket holder, the armchair fan, the fan who has moved away, as well as those who cannot get to games for whatever reason, to support the club.
"The Trust wants to show prospective new owners how it can work with the club going forward. The fans are the biggest income stream for any football club and they need to be listened to and encouraged - it makes straightforward business sense.”
This project is a somewhat refreshing change from the 'prawn sandwich and champagne' style that has engulfed football in recent years.
