Apply to Become a 2026 Andover Carnival Beneficiary
Each year, Andover Carnival raises thousands of pounds to support local charities and community groups — and applications are now open for our 2026 beneficiaries. Two organisations will be chosen to share the funds raised at next year’s Carnival, offering a fantastic opportunity to gain both funding and awareness through one of Andover’s biggest community events.
If your charity or group would like to be considered, simply complete the application form by 31st December 2025. In the New Year, shortlisted organisations will be invited to make a short, informal presentation to the Carnival Committee, before the final two beneficiaries are selected.
Our favourite time of the year is when we open up applications for charities to become our partners for next years Carnival.​
Our previous Andover Carnival Beneficiaries
2025
We’re thrilled to share that this year’s Andover Carnival was able to donate a record-breaking £8,000, the highest total in the event’s history (that we can remember)! These funds were split equally between two incredible local charities: Simon Says Child Bereavement Support and the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, with each organisation receiving £4,000. We couldn’t have achieved this milestone without the generosity, energy, and community spirit of everyone involved—from our participants and volunteers to those who cheered on the procession and donated in the park. A heartfelt thank you to all, and congratulations to our 2025 beneficiaries!
Simon Says Child Bereavement Support
“Your support means no child in our community has to face the pain of bereavement alone.”
Simon Says provides vital support to children and young people across Hampshire who have experienced the death of someone close. Their dedicated team offers counselling, resources, and community groups to help children navigate grief in a safe and understanding environment. By receiving support from Andover Carnival, Simon Says can continue to ensure no child faces bereavement alone, giving them the care and confidence they need during such a difficult time.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance
“Every pound raised helps keep us flying to save lives across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.”
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance brings emergency critical care to people in their hour of greatest need, delivering life-saving treatment at the scene of incidents across the region. Operating day and night, their highly skilled crews respond to thousands of call-outs each year, often making the difference between life and death. The funds raised through Andover Carnival will help keep this essential service flying, ensuring it remains available whenever and wherever it is needed.
