
Established in 2025, The Roy Simpson MBE Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the platform for young and aspiring cricketers to play the game they love across the North East of England.
We’re dedicated to helping to provide the best facilities, equipment and coaching for more boys and girls of East Durham to be introduced to cricket and begin enjoying the game.
Roy’s greatest passion lay in the development of young cricketers and seeing children playing the game he loved. This Foundation is here to keep that passion alive.

News From The Foundation
Vicki Set To Run For Roy In GNR
Trustee Vicki will be going the extra mile (well, the extra 13.1 miles to be exact!) for the Foundation when she takes part in September’s Great North Run.
Official Launch For New Foundation
The next generation of North East cricketers are set to be given a helping hand following the formation of a new charity in memory of Roy Simpson.
Foundation Pin Badges Now On Sale
A classy new pin badge featuring The Roy Simpson MBE Foundation emblem is available to purchase now for a small donation to the charity.
First Trustees Meeting A Success
There was a historic night for The Roy Simpson MBE Foundation on Wednesday when the registered charity held its first official trustees meeting.