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This project successfully funded on 30th March 2026, you can still support them with a donation.
Help Grow Community Cricket in Newbuildings
Londonderry, Derry and Strabane, United Kingdom
Aim
To increase community cricket participation by improving access to coaching, facilities and equipment for juniors and women.
Who are we?
Newbuildings Cricket Club is a volunteer-led, community sports club based in Newbuildings, serving children, young people, women and families from the local area and beyond.
We provide a safe, welcoming environment where people of all ages and backgrounds can take part in organised sport, stay active, and build positive social connections. Demand for cricket in the area is growing, particularly among juniors and women and girls, and the club is committed to making participation accessible and affordable for everyone.
Why are we crowdfunding?
We are crowdfunding to raise £5,000, which will be matched by Sport NI, creating a £10,000 community participation project.
The funding will help us remove cost and access barriers by improving training facilities, purchasing essential equipment, and delivering structured coaching programmes for new and existing participants. This project aligns with Sport NI’s focus on increasing participation, inclusion, and long-term sustainability in grassroots sport.
How we’ll spend the money raised
All funds will be reinvested directly into community participation:
£3,000 – Junior Coaching Programmes
Total cost: £3,000
10 weeks of coaching delivery (10 weeks winter)
- Coach fees: £80 per session × 30 sessions ( Across u11, u13 & u15) = £2,400
School holiday cricket clinic
- Coach fees & session delivery: £600
Subtotal: £3,000
£2,000 – Women & Girls Cricket Sessions
Total cost: £2,000
30 weeks of coaching delivery (10 weeks winter)
- Coach fees: £65 per session × 30 sessions (u11,u15 and women) = £1,95
Session resources & administration support
- Session planning and coordination: £50
Subtotal: £2,000
£2,000 – Community Equipment
Total cost: £2,000
- Junior bats (various sizes): £750
- Women’s bats: £350
- Training balls & aids: £400
- Safety equipment (helmets, pads, gloves): £500
Subtotal: £2,000
£2,000 – Facility Hire & Training Access
Total cost: £2,000
- Bready Cricket Club facility hire: £800
- Community Centre indoor hire (winter months): £700
- Newbuildings CC net access & maintenance contribution: £500
Subtotal: £2,000
£1,000 – Schools & Community Outreach
Total cost: £1,000
- School teaser & taster sessions (coach delivery): £600
- Equipment transport & logistics: £250
- Promotion & coordination materials: £150
Subtotal: £1,000
All Sport NI Funds to be paid out by the 31st March 2026.
Community impact
This project will increase access to sport for young people and women, support healthier lifestyles, strengthen community connections, and provide positive activities in the local area. Improved facilities and equipment will benefit the wider community through shared use and long-term sustainability.
How you can play your part
- Make a pledge – early support builds momentum.
- Spread the word – sharing really matters.
- Offer rewards – local businesses can get involved.
- Fundraise for us – sponsored activities are welcome.
Sport Northern Ireland: Creating Opportunities has provided £5,000 of match funding
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made