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Club Support

The Leicestershire and Rutland Cricket Foundation offers clubs comprehensive support, including funding guidance and access, development workshops, mentoring, facility management advice, support for equality, diversity, and inclusion, and programs for disability cricket. We aim to help clubs improve their governance, facilities, coaching, and accessibility for all community members.

Key Areas of Support:

Funding & Finance:

  • Guidance on securing grants for coaches, equipment, and participation.
  • Information on ECB grant and loan schemes, including interest-free loans for facility improvements.
  • Help navigating other relevant funding bodies and tips for successful applications.

Club Development:

  • Online and face-to-face workshops covering all aspects of club management.
  • Support with Clubmark accreditation for high-quality clubs.

Facilities:

  • Guidance on managing and maintaining playing, practice, and off-field facilities.
  • Information on the ECB Grass Pitch Improvement Fund to enhance playing surfaces.

Inclusion & Community:

  • A comprehensive disability programmewith activities like table cricket and multi-skills.
  • Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within communities.
  • Initiatives to create mental health-friendly clubs by providing safe, inclusive spaces.

Coaching & Volunteering:

  • Training for new coaches and support for volunteer development.
  • Efforts to remove cost barriers and encourage participation, particularly for women and girls.

How to Access Support:

Contact the Foundation directly for specific guidance on funding and development.

“Our clubs are the very heartbeat of cricket in Leicestershire and Rutland. The Foundation is here to serve as a partner and a resource, ensuring every club—regardless of its size or current challenges—has the tools and support it needs to thrive. From helping secure vital funding to offering expert guidance on facilities management and groundsmanship, our goal is to empower a sustainable future for clubs across the region. Working alongside our dedicated volunteers, we are committed to building stronger, more vibrant communities through the power of cricket.” – Mark Hudson (L&RCF Clubs and Facilities Manager)