Members of Oxfordshire Cricket have voted to move forward with an attempt to become a registered charity.
During a special general meeting on Monday, October 6, members voted strongly in favour of sending an application to the Charities Commission.
The organisation said the decision marks a "major milestone" in its journey and "provides a strong foundation for the future of cricket across the county".
Work will now continue on preparing and submitting the formal application.
Once approved, Oxfordshire Cricket will officially operate as a registered charity, which it says will provide "a robust framework to support its objectives and enable sustainable growth".
This new status is expected to help the organisation to expand its programmes, improve support for volunteers, and invest in opportunities for players of all ages and abilities.
It will also grant access to more funding and resources to support initiatives that benefit clubs, schools, and communities in Oxfordshire.
The organisation said: "This is a significant step forward for cricket in Oxfordshire and represents the shared vision and commitment of players, volunteers, clubs, and supporters across the county.
"With this strong foundation in place, the future of cricket in Oxfordshire looks brighter than ever."
Oxfordshire have been minor county champions on four occasions, in 1929, 1974, 1982, and 1989.
In 2014 they were beaten finalists in the Unicorns Trophy knock-out competition.
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