ECB.
Following last weeks communications in relation to the ECBs emergency support packages during the COVID-19 outbreak, we now have further information relating to the two new funding schemes as well as how to apply.
ECB Emergency Loan Scheme
The ECB Emergency Loan Scheme aims to support affiliated cricket cubs during the COVID-19 crisis by providing funding to assist clubs to cover any shortfall in essential day-to-day running and maintenance costs until normal recreational cricket activity can be resumed. All clubs affiliated to the Yorkshire Cricket Board in either 2019 or 2020 are eligible for the loan.
What will the scheme fund?
ECB will consider applications for costs for a period of up to 12 months. Clubs should calculate estimated shortfall in the following expenditure areas:
Facilities Preparation Costs:
Essential Fixed and/or Contracted Costs:
How much loan can I apply for?
Further information can be found on the ECB Return Emergency Loan via the ECB Website or via the link provided. More detailed information can be found within the guidance notes relating to the Emergency Loan with further detailed information across all aspects related to the loan.
Apply here, however before applying it is highly recommended to read the guidance notes attached prior to applying. As always if you have any questions don’t hesitate to get in touch.
ECB Return to Cricket Grant Scheme
The scheme aims to support affiliated Cricket Clubs and Leagues within England and Wales, during the COVID-19 crisis, by providing emergency grant funding to help cover any shortfall in the preparation, essential day-to-day running and maintenance costs of facilities following the resumption of recreational cricket.
Who can apply?
What will the scheme fund?
Facilities Preparation Costs:
Essential Fixed and/or Contracted Costs:
How much grant can I apply for?
Further information can be found on the ECB Return to Cricket Grant Scheme via the ECB Website or via the link provided.
To apply, please get in touch with your Head of Region (details below) to discuss your current situation and confirm your eligibility for the scheme. Following this initial conversation an application will be provided. Please read through the guidance notes related to the Return to Cricket Scheme for more information prior, the notes provided detailed FAQs.
North Yorkshire: r.wilkinson@yorkshirecb.com
East Yorkshire: j.martin@yorkshirecb.com
South Yorkshire: g.davis@yorkshirecb.com
West Yorkshire: s.archer@yorkshirecb.com