The Julian Chen Awards Fundraising Gala 2026

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating entrepreneurship, community, and the next generation of business leaders.

The Julian Chen Awards Fundraising Gala 2026 is the official fundraising launch of The Julian Chen Awards programme, bringing together businesses, community leaders, and supporters from across Hampshire for an unforgettable evening.

This special event honours the legacy of Julian Chen, the late founder of New Street Dental Care in Andover - a passionate supporter of young people and entrepreneurship in Hampshire. Through this gala, we aim to raise funds to support the next generation of young entrepreneurs.

All proceeds from the evening will go directly into The Julian Chen Fund, which provides grants, mentoring, and support for young people aged 13–21 across Hampshire to start and grow their own businesses.

The fund will support young finalists through workshops, mentoring sessions, and business challenges, culminating in a public pitch event where grants are awarded to help launch their ideas.