THE CRICKET ASYLUM FOUNDATION
The Cricket Asylum Foundation provides an inclusive opportunity for disadvantaged people to participate in the game of cricket to make a positive difference to the community. We have taster Sessions aimed at primary schools and youth groups, offer a scholarship programme and coach groups and individuals bespoke to the participants needs, we deliver where best suited for the recipient.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £5,770 for the year, resulting in total funds decreasing from £10,103 to £4,333. Unrestricted reserves stood at £4,325 at the year-end, while the charity maintains a stated reserves policy target of £500. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention giving cause to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable standards.
What the accounts disclose
“Reserve funds in accordance with Reserve policy were £500” — page 3
“During the year Cricket Asylum Limited, a company with directors that are also trustees of the charity, has provided coaching services of £18,610” — page 11
“During the year Cricket Asylum Limited, a company with directors that are also trustees of the charity, has provided coaching services” — page 11
Trustees
- DAVID SCOTT KERSHAW
- MICHAEL ANTHONY TASKER JONES
- Matthew Robert Dawson
- Mohammed Yousaf
- Stephen Glenn Kershaw
- VICTORIA KATHRYN BERRY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 28/02/2025 | £30k | £27k |
| 29/02/2024 | £50k | £43k |
| 28/02/2023 | £45k | £47k |
| 28/02/2022 | £40k | £54k |
| 28/02/2021 | £36k | £12k |
Common questions
Is THE CRICKET ASYLUM FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £5,770 for the year, resulting in total funds decreasing from £10,103 to £4,333. Unrestricted reserves stood at £4,325 at the year-end, while the charity maintains a stated reserves policy target of £500. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention giving cause to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable standards. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE CRICKET ASYLUM FOUNDATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE CRICKET ASYLUM FOUNDATION as a grant recipient include COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR CALDERDALE.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR CALDERDALE | FY2022 | £57k | Healthy Holidays Fund |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 05/11/2025 | £37k | Unrestricted Funding |
| Sport England | 04/06/2025 | £8k | HX1 Rising |
| Sport England | 04/06/2025 | £3k | Second Innings-Walking Cricket for Over 60s |
| UK government | 21/07/2023 | £6k | ALB-Sport England-Integration through cricket - Rochdale & Oldham |
| Sport England | 21/07/2023 | £6k | Integration through cricket - Rochdale & Oldham |
| Sport England | 28/06/2022 | £7k | Jubilee Fund - Opportunities for disadvantaged children |
| Sport England | 02/12/2020 | £10k | COVID19 Return to Play |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/04/2020 | £9k | The HX1 Cricket Project |