A SCHEME to donate cash to York City Football Club by networking businesses in the city has proved a success.

The York City Business Network was launched in September last year by Pete Brandon, of WPS Media.

The networkers meet at monthly lunches and offer their services at a discounted rate, part of this is donated to the club.

Mr Brandon said about 30 businesses had joined so far from solicitors to officer suppliers and he hoped they could attract more.

He said: "I would like to see about 50 or 60 companies involved with an attendance of about 30 at each meeting.

"It is a great way for businesses to help themselves, other businesses and the football club."

Businesses who would like to get involved can phone Pete on 01904 427777.

Updated: 10:55 Thursday, February 19, 2004