Friends, family and colleagues of Andy Kenny raised over £20,000 at The Kia Oval on Friday night for the inaugural Andy Kenny Quiz Night.
The celebration in memory of Andy, organised by CAA, was hosted by radio and television broadcasters and close friends of the Kenny’s, Mark Pougatch and Alastair Eykyn. It brought together 250 people whom were all touched by Andy’s joy and kindness throughout his life.
As well as five rounds of sport and entertainment trivia, there was a silent auction and special messages were recorded by Alec Stewart, who shared his own fond memories of Andy’s first tour as a sponsorship executive with the England Cricket team, and Geraint Thomas.
All money raised is being shared amongst the two charities selected by Andy’s family: Cardiac Risk in the Young and the General Intensive Care Unit at St George’s Hospital. If you wish to support please visit: https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROSomeoneSpecialPage?pageUrl=CAA
CAA and Andy’s Family would like to thank all those who have supported thus far.
CARDIAC RISK IN THE YOUNG (CRY)
Every week in the UK at least 12 young people die of undiagnosed heart conditions. Since its formation in 1995, CRY has been working to reduce the frequency of young sudden cardiac death.
CRY supports young people diagnosed with potentially life-threatening cardiac conditions and offers bereavement support to families affected by YSCD.
CRY promotes and develops heart screening programmes and funds medical research.
CRY publishes and distributes medical information written by leading cardiologists for the general public.
CRY funds specialist referral, screening and cardiac pathology services at leading UK hospitals.
St George’s Hospital Charity
The work of St George’s Hospital Charity enhances the physical environment of the hospitals for patients, staff and visitors. They fund research and state-of-the-art equipment. Through fundraising, the Charity is able to fund projects which touch the lives of the thousands of people cared for by the hospitals and local community services each year.
Your donation will contribute directly to the General Intensive Care Unit.
Mairead Corby
