Together we transform lives through sailing
Discover The Andrew Simpson Foundation
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Every single penny raised will help more young people get out on the water. Thank you for helping us to provide opportunities and support young people’s physical and mental wellbeing.
Our mission & ethos
Providing sailing for all through charitable activities
Founded in 2014, the Andrew Simpson Foundation (ASF) was inspired by Olympic Gold and Silver medalist Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson MBE. Our mission is to transform lives through sailing.
Absolutely everything we do is driven by our belief that all young people can excel and succeed in life and work. We believe that the challenges of sailing and watersports do this by promoting health and wellbeing whilst building essential life skills. These skills then enable young people to progress through education and into work.
The Foundation’s historyA lasting legacy
Andrew Simpson MBE
Andrew Simpson MBE died too early at the age of 36, in an accident on board the Artemis AC72 yacht in San Francisco Bay. Andrew, better known as ‘Bart’ to many in the sailing world, was a fine, accomplished sailor, a loving family man and an inspiration to many. Sailing was his passion as well as his profession. Today, the Andrew Simpson Foundation honours his memory by opening up the world of sailing and watersports to people, particularly young people, from all walks of life, changing lives, creating career pathways and providing opportunities that last a lifetime.
Andrew’s ‘Bart’ Simpson’s storyProviding access for all
Access & participation
We believe that everyone should be able to access and participate in sailing and watersports, regardless of background or ability. Therefore, we work to remove any true or perceived barriers to enable and encourage all young people to participate in sailing and watersports.
Subsidised sailing programmes
Sailing programmes which enable young people to succeed and achieve their very best in an affordable and inclusive way.
Subsidised community clubs
Regular clubs which enable young people to feel part of their local watersports community and succeed and achieve their very best in an affordable and inclusive way.
Excel & succeed in life and work
Careers & education
We believe that all young people have the ability to thrive in life and work given the right support and opportunities. Our charitable activities remove the financial barriers and support individuals in learning skills, gaining qualifications and building life-long careers.
Subsidised pathway programmes
We support young people across a range of water-based sports to help them succeed and achieve their very best in an affordable and inclusive way.
Transforming lives
Health & wellbeing
We believe that participating in sailing and watersports promotes positive health and well-being. Therefore, we have developed charitable programmes which focus on young people’s physical and mental health.
Creating a global sailing community
International Activities
The Foundation undertakes a limited number of charitable activities either located outside of the United Kingdom or with international beneficiaries.
Making it all possible
How you can support the Foundation
Every single penny raised helps more young people get out on the water and experience the joys and challenges of sailing and watersports. Donate today and transform a young person’s life through sailing.
Making a donation
Every single penny raised helps more young people get out on the water and experience the joys and challenges of sailing and watersports. Donate today and transform a young person’s life through sailing. Find out more
Fundraising
Inspirational stories and exciting fundraising ideas to help you raise funds and support the Andrew Simpson Foundation. Find out more
Giving in memory
Give a gift to Andrew Simpson Foundation in memory of a loved one and help us to transform lives through sailing. Find out more
Leaving a gift in your will
Help Andrew’s legacy live on and leave a gift to The Andrew Simpson Foundation in your will. Find out more
Philanthropy
If you’re looking to give a large donation, our Team are here to help you make the biggest impact for The Andrew Simpson Foundation. Find out more
Volunteering
We are always looking for passionate and friendly volunteers to help us transform lives through sailing. Whether you are a keen sailor or want to support your local community, we need you! Find out more
Partnerships for businesses and organisations
By working with us as a partner, you will be helping thousands of young people get out on the water. We offer exciting and mutually beneficial partnerships with a lasting positive impact and outstanding opportunities.
Enquire about partnership opportunitiesTransforming lives together
Your impact
We want to ensure that all young people are able to access sailing and watersports. Your generous support enables us to reach thousands of young people every year, helping them to gain accredited qualifications and develop life skills.
Getting more young people on the water
In 2023, your support enabled over 5,000 young people from challenging backgrounds to get out on the water.
Thousands of charitable sessions
During 2023, your generous support, donations and fundraising enabled us to host over 18,000 Charitable Sessions for young people.
Improved wellbeing
Young people’s mental wellbeing increased by 85% after attending one of sailing or watersports programmes
Our trustees, teams & advisors
The people that make us who we are
Meet the people who have helped make the Andrew Simpson Foundation the charity it is today.
Richard Percy
CEO
Sally Turner
Growth and Performance Manager
Ruth Brady
Fundraising Manager
Lorna Phipps
Finance Manager
Savannah Gordon
Digital Officer
Jacqui Greenhaf
Fundraising Officer
Lindsay Porter
Finance and Office Coordinator
Meg Burkitt
Finance Assistant
Building a connected community
Our partnerships
Our partners play a leading role in one or more of the Andrew Simpson Foundation’s key focus areas to enable us to better deliver our charitable activities and provide sailing and watersports to more communities and individuals.
Interested in becoming a partner?
By working with us as a partner, you will be helping thousands of young people get out on the water. We offer exciting and mutually beneficial partnerships with a lasting positive impact and outstanding opportunities.
Enquire about partnership opportunities