From an idea born out of a teenager’s bedroom, Bat For a Chance has grown into an organisation far beyond anything that could ever have been imagined. What began with a simple ambition to use cricket in innovative ways to help people has evolved into a globally recognised charity using sport as a force for social change.
Today, Bat For a Chance has delivered projects in over 30 countries across four continents, positively impacting more than 23,000 people. Bat For A Chance are operating at a time when the need for effective, collaborative development initiatives has never been greater. From
the climate crisis affecting communities in Pakistan, to persistent gender inequality in parts of the Caribbean, and the rising cost of living here in the UK, the challenges are complex and interconnected. Yet the unifying power of sport particularly cricket, with its global fanbase of over 2.5 billion people continues to offer a unique and powerful platform for change.
The past year has marked a pivotal moment in Bat For A Chance’s journey. The formal launch of their Cricket for Social Change Fund represents a step-change in their ability to deliver deeper, more sustainable impact within the communities they serve. Alongside this, they have strengthened their core team, bringing in new expertise and energy.
Bat For A Chance are now entering an exciting and important new phase of growth, including ambitious plans to launch a landmark UK programme. To help guide the organisation through this next chapter, they are seeking an exceptional individual to join as Chair - someone who
shares a belief in the power of sport, brings strategic leadership, and is excited by the
opportunity to help shape the future of a dynamic and purpose-driven organisation.
If you are inspired by the potential of cricket to create meaningful social change and are motivated to help lead Bat For a Chance into its next chapter, we would be delighted to hear from you.
(This is an unremunerated position)