Durham County Cricket Club Youth Trust

Funding equipment, training and facilities that help children develop skills, confidence and lifelong passion for cricket.

Creating opportunities for every young cricketer

First established

Total awarded

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Cricketers supported

About Durham County Cricket Club Youth Trust

Since its establishment in 1983, our Trust has been dedicated to nurturing young cricketers, both boys and girls, by providing essential facilities, equipment, and coaching.

Over the years, we’ve proudly supported youth cricket through various initiatives, including:

Financial assistance for young cricketers to acquire equipment and coaching
Sponsorship of county age group teams
Support for U11, U13, and U15 inter-league competitions
Funding for young women’s cricket tours
Resources for physically disabled teams
Programs in schools to promote the sport
Contribution towards the creation of Durham County Cricket’s nursery ground

Durham County Cricket Club Youth Trust

The Durham County Cricket Club Youth Trust Fund with Point North aims to

Promote Access to Cricket for All: Ensure that cricket is a sport for everyone.
Elevate Young Talent: Improve the standard of young players and open doors for greater success in cricket.
Nurture Skills: Enable clubs to offer training programs tailored to children’s age and skill levels, cultivating the abilities of young cricketers & helping them to realise their full potential.
Foster Passion: Provide opportunities for players and coaches to enhance their skills and deepen their understanding of the game, igniting a lifelong love for cricket.
Access to Resources: Our funding helps young players and clubs acquire essential equipment and run training sessions, removing barriers to participation.

Why we give

Our commitment to supporting young cricketers stems from a belief in the transformative power of sport. By providing resources, funding, and opportunities, we aim to:

Inspire Passion: Foster a love for cricket that lasts a lifetime.
Build Skills: Equip young players with the coaching and tools they need to excel.
Encourage Inclusivity: Ensure that all young people, regardless of background or ability, have the chance to participate.
Develop Character: Promote teamwork, discipline, and resilience through the sport

“Our grant schemes with Point North reflect our commitment to empowering local clubs, offering grants ranging from £500 to £2,500.

These funds are aimed at fostering greater engagement in cricket among children and young people in the North East.”

Durham County Cricket Club Youth Trust

Key impact data

In 2024/25, the Durham County Cricket Club Youth Trust supported two local cricket clubs to buy equipment, maintain training sessions and cover building costs. By helping under-12s continue playing cricket, the Trust promoted teamwork, physical activity and confidence — advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goal on Good Health and Wellbeing through sport and community engagement.