Bart’s Bash, launched in 2014, is the world’s largest sailing event that is run by sailing clubs, community sailing programmes, sail training centres, yacht clubs, scout groups, sea cadets and even groups of sailors, all around the world.

The main aims of the event are to increase international awareness of participation in sailing, and to raise funds for the Foundation to help support a range of sustainable projects, using sailing to improve the lives of children and young people globally.

In light of recent catastrophic events caused by Hurricane Irma, the Andrew Simpson Foundation has pledged to use the funds raised through Bart's Bash to help those affected. These funds can help rebuild and re-equip sailing clubs and training centres so they can continue to deliver community programmes.