Carlisle United Supporters’ Trust and the club’s community sports trust are holding a Christmas Foodbank appeal.

They will use the Blues’ last home game before the festive period – Chesterfield on Saturday, December 14 – to stage a collection for those in need.

Fans will be invited to bring items before the game to a collection point in the Study Centre behind the Blues Store.

Donations, which will go to Carlisle Foodbank, can be made between 1 and 2.30pm on the day of the game.

“Every donation of tinned or long-life food – no matter how big or small – is valuable,” organisers said.

“The foodbank is always in need of UHT or powdered milk, toiletries, nappies, baby wipes and household cleaning products would also be appreciated.”

The trust have been involved in foodbank appeals in previous seasons. Any items received on December 14 will be taken to Carlisle Foodbank in the days after the game.

Carlisle United Supporters’ Trust, meanwhile, are set to hold their annual general meeting on Sunday with four board seats up for grabs.

Three existing board members have vacated their seats and are standing for re-election, while a further seat is also vacant.

Those standing are current board members Dan MacLennan, Billy Atkinson and Kieron Bulman, with Riegan Thompson also a candidate.

Existing board member Dave Noble is stepping down and not standing for re-election.

Statements from the candidates can be read HERE

The AGM is being held in Foxy’s Restaurant on Sunday, starting at 11am.