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In memory of Andrew Cassell 1942-2025
We are grateful to Andy’s family for their wish that donations be made to the Foundation in lieu of flowers
Some reading related to Andy’s story and this Foundation…
Andy’s Experience of the Notorious 1979 Fastnet Race
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Volunteer with us
Fundraising and Event Support Volunteers (Shore based)
- Fundraising and grant writing
- General help with administration
- Shore based contacts for the charity when afloat
Sailing Crew Volunteers (on water)
- Coaches
- Competent Helms
- General Crew (no experience needed)
- Support RIB Drivers
- Support Rib Crews
Technical Volunteers
With reasonable experience.
- Building / Development of Adaptions.
- General Maintenance (Bosun).
- General Bosun support (no experience needed)
Other
We are always keen to hear from individuals who are keen to assist in any form and would love to here from you.
If you think you can help with any of the above then please contact us and we look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you to our amazing supporters!
Could you consider becoming a supporters?
Your company can show its support for inclusion in sailing. Customised opportunities available.
Wight Aid
The Wight Aid Foundation WightAID supports charitable projects on the Isle of Wight. Any project that benefits island people or the places we cherish is welcome to apply for one of our grants. They have supported our recovery net developments.
Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club
The Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club (CCYC) was the birth place of the foundation since back in 1996 when Andy, our late founder, won his Paralympic Gold medal. The club continues to support the foundation today and we encourage participants to become members.
East Cowes Sailing Club
East Cowes Sailing Club is the quietest, but friendliest sailing club in Cowes, and true to their name they are incredibly supportive and have been great friends to the Foundation for many years. We regularly participate in their excellent short course handicap racing, enjoying the fun of a mixed fleet.
Paul Wyeth Marine Photography
Paul Wyeth Marine Photography – Great yachting photography for magazines, sailors and enthusiasts! Paul has been a large part of the Foundation’s rebirth through looking out for us on the water and allowing us use of his photography. This has been a huge help showing our activity and growth in … Read more
Jolliffes Chandlery
Jolliffes Chandlery is one of the largest independent chandleries in the UK. Boasting 4000 sq ft of shop floor and a 150ft high street frontage in Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Andrew Millband was a previous participant of the foundations support and also previous trustee. Supports ACF with our … Read more
MM Sail Solutions
Mark Matthews of MM Sail Solutions is a Volunteer Supporter/Sailor for ACF. Alongside this support, Mark has previously worked with Paralympic Sailors developing their knowledge in Sail care, design and repair. With this Mark is volunteering his time alongside working with Ratsey and Lapthorn Sailmakers in Cowes to improve the … Read more
Spinlock
Spinlock is an independent and innovative company, widely acknowledged as the world expert in ropeholding. Spinlock has over thirty years experience of designing and manufacturing rope holding equipment for sailing boats, from dinghies up to the largest super-yachts. Spinlock as both a local company and next door neighbours to our … Read more
Ratsey and Lapthorn
Ratsey and Lapthorn are world renowned sailmakers. Our late founder, Andrew Cassell, cut sails at Ratseys for most of his working life and served as a director of the company. Ratsey’s specialise in racing sails, cruising sails and classic sails. Combining the latest sail making technology with hundreds of years … Read more
Isle of Wight Sports Foundation
The Wight Aid Foundation WightAID supports charitable projects on the Isle of Wight. Any project that benefits island people or the places we cherish is welcome to apply for one of our grants. They have supported our recovery net developments.
KMO
SeaSafe Systems have come onboard to support, teaming up with ACF to develop recovery nets and training to help educate keelboat sailors about man overboard recovery. We are grateful for process support from John Barnes a professional sea safety systems expert.
SeaSafe Systems
SeaSafe Systems have come onboard to support, teaming up with ACF to develop recovery nets and training to help educate keelboat sailors about man overboard recovery. We are grateful for process support from John Barnes a professional sea safety systems expert.
Indigo Marine
Indigo Marine kindly supports the Andrew Cassell Foundation with all our branding needs including applying our graphics to our boats.
Dettaglio Finishing
Primarily focused on painting and finishing boats to high standard from just the spray gun, bringing the incredibly good finish that can be achieved on cars with polishing and ceramic coating, to the marine industry.