The objective of the Cricket Development Trust Scotland is to promote and support the education, development and well being of children and young people within Scotland through the game of Cricket.

The Trust recognises that the sustainability of Scottish cricket is reliant upon the provision of access to the game for increasing numbers of young people of all abilities at all levels and that the provision of high class coaching and facilities is essential for all young cricketers if they are to have the opportunity to maximise their enjoyment of and potential in the sport.

The primary task of the Trust is to raise funds in order to contribute by way of grant or loan towards the cost of relevant facilities and programmes. The Trust is very fortunate to have regular donors and supporters who provide generous support.

Annual Trust fundraising dinners and events have been held in recent years with many special guests and cricket luminaries, including Jonathan Agnew, Vic Marks, Mike Gatting, Derek Pringle, Alison Mitchell and Henry Blofeld.

Cricket Scotland and the CDTS

In 2026, the CDTS hit a major milestone, surpassing £250,000 in total grant funding to grassroots clubs after approving its 100th project. Since its inception, the Trust has delivered more than 100 grants to clubs of all sizes across the length and breadth of Scotland, ensuring young players of all abilities have access to quality coaching and facilities.

Cricket Scotland is committed to supporting and promoting the work and mission statement of the Trust, in line with its own strategic priorities for Scottish cricket.