FAQ

Is Dirigo Union associated with or run by Portland Hearts of Pine? 
No. Dirigo Union is an independent organization of soccer fans in Portland and beyond who are excited to support Portland Hearts of Pine. 

What is a Supporters Club? Is it a fan club?
Sort of! Fan clubs for professional sports teams are often run by the team themselves, and are extensions of the team's brand. A Supporters Group (SG) is an independent organization dedicated to supporting the team. They often have a direct relationship with team ownership/management and use that relationship to provide feedback — good or bad — from the most dedicated fans. 

What do members of Supporters Clubs do? 
If you've ever watched a pro soccer game, you've seen — or at least heard — supporters. Most SGs encourage members to attend home games, stand for the whole match, and loudly and visibly support their team with songs, chants, or tifo to create an strong home team advantage and intimidating atmosphere for opposing teams. Supporters Groups often organize travel to away games to provide Support on the road. 
 

What does the club do with membership dues and money made from merch?

The Dirigo Union is in the process of becoming a 501(c)(7) non-profit organization, meaning that the majority of our funds will come from member contributions and must be reinvested into the club. Examples of things that the money will go towards are: administrative expenses, matchday supplies (Drums, smoke, flags...), and Dirigo Union events. 

 

How do I become a member of Dirigo Union?
To join click here.