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Fundraiser Andy Beardmore canoeing 14,000km

Andy Beardmore, from Southampton, is a finalist in the Fundraiser category in the ѿý Radio Solent Make a Difference Awards for 2025.

He's currently canoeing 14,000 km across Europe to raise funds for Hampshire child bereavement charity - Simon Says.

Rhian Sewell is head of fundraising at Simon Says and told ѿý Radio Solent's Helen Head why she nominated Andy for a Make a Difference Award.

The Fundraiser Award will be awarded to an individual or group of people who have gone the extra mile to raise funds for a good cause.

The Make a Difference Awards are your chance to say “Thank You” and show recognition and appreciation for people who love to make life better for others.

Nominations for the 2025 awards have now closed and finalists have been selected by a panel of judges.

The winners will be announced at our ѿý Radio Solent Make a Difference Awards ceremony in September.

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