Who We Are
The Surrey Cricket Foundation (SCF) is the charitable body responsible for the delivery and growth of recreational cricket across Surrey and south London. As an integral part of Surrey County Cricket Club, our mission is to make cricket the most inclusive sport in the region, driven by our belief in Making More Happen—using the power of the game to deliver stronger communities and transform individual lives.
Our Impact in 2024: A Year of Strategic Growth
The 2024 Impact Report showcases a record year for engagement and participation across the county, demonstrating our commitment to Making More Happen for all communities.
| Area of Impact | 2024 Achievement |
| Total Participants | Supported over 46,000 people in recreational and participation cricket across Surrey and South London. |
| Women & Girls’ Cricket | Saw a 52% increase in women and girls playing in SCF-supported leagues, cementing our position as the leading county in the UK for female participation. |
| Youth Development | The Surrey Junior Cricket Championship, the largest junior league in the country, saw a 3% increase in cricketers and a 10% rise in teams. |
| Community Outreach | Provided cricket coaching through our partnership with Chance to Shine to nearly 20,000 children. |
| Disability Cricket | Our programmes provided opportunities for 1,400 children to experience the joy of cricket. |
| Investment | Awarded £232,000 in grants to local clubs and organizations to enhance facilities and expand programmes. |
| Coaching Excellence | Trained 433 candidates on coaching courses, ensuring a strong foundation of qualified support for the game’s growth. |
Our Strategic Priorities: Making More Happen
Our efforts are driven by our three core goals, which ensure we are always focused on Making More Happen:
- More Games in More Places: We are committed to keeping the grassroots game growing and thriving by fostering participation at all levels, from our All Stars and Dynamos programmes (which engaged over 4,000 youngsters) to the success of our junior and senior leagues. This includes dedicated support for local clubs and investing in quality facilities across the county.
- More Inclusion: We champion inclusivity through targeted programmes that increase engagement for women and girls, diverse communities, and those from lower socio-economic groups, ensuring cricket is a sport for everyone.
- More Opportunities to Change Lives: We utilise cricket to be a powerful force for good by increasing access, removing financial barriers, and helping kids and young people find confidence, new friends, and a sense of belonging through programmes like the London Loop and Refugee cricket.
Our work is funded through a number of partnerships, including the ECB and Surrey County Cricket Club, as well as our own range of events including the annual Bedser Lunch, staged in the lead up to the The Kia Oval’s Test match.
You can find out how to donate to our work here.
You can read our 2024 Impact Report here.
