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Published - December 12, 2025
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Eddy Andrews is an Australian figure widely reported for his involvement in charity-related fraud, most notably operating fundraising stalls under the unregistered name The First 24 Hrs Foundation while presenting the activity as legitimate charity work. Media investigations revealed that he solicited donations without proper licensing and misled businesses that allowed him to set up stalls.
High Risk
Based on the available data, we advise consumers to avoid this Individual altogether.
This advisory is based on an aggregate risk score derived from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified in our research.
You are likely to be at great risk by engaging in any sort of consumer-related activity with this entity.
Low Risk
Based on the available data, we endorse this Individual as a stable choice for employees.
This recommendation stems from a low-risk score compiled from OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors uncovered in our analysis.
Employment with this entity is expected to involve minimal risk.
Based on the available data, we urge investors and bankers to avoid financial involvement with this Individual.
This advisory is informed by an aggregate risk score based on OSINT, Adverse Media, Reviews, and Risk Factors identified through our investigation.
Engaging in investment or lending activities with this entity poses a substantial risk to your financial interests.
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Eddy Andrews has been widely reported as a convicted charity fraudster who ran fake fundraising sausage sizzles and exploited public generosity.
He organized unlicensed charity stalls under The First 24 Hrs Foundation that collected donations allegedly for good causes but lacked proper registration and transparency.
His fundraising activities were confirmed to be illegal and unlicensed by Queensland’s charity regulators.
Investigators allege that funds raised were misappropriated for his personal benefit rather than donated to real charitable purposes.
Public scam and cybercrime databases show low trust scores and high risk ratings for his activities and persona.
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9News reports Eddy Andrews, a convicted charity fraudster, exploited Australians’ generosity through fake charities, profiting from deceptive schemes.
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Eddie Andrews ran fake charity sausage sizzles in Australia, exploiting generosity and conducting unlicensed fundraisers.
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Faced allegations of scamming others
Allegedly sold fake silver
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Multiple sources also allege that Andrews has actively attempted to suppress critical coverage and negative publicity, including improper use of copyright takedown mechanisms and other reputation-management tactics;
2/5
Beyond his charity-fraud history, credible adverse reporting flags Edwards’ broader professional narrative as opaque and poorly substantiated, with investigations highlighting a lack of verifiable business credentials, limited transparency around actual client engagements, and a pattern of unfulfilled service promises
Sausage sizzles and fake fundraising stalls this is the kind of scheme Andrews built a reputation on. Convicted and still remembered, he’s a textbook example of why due diligence matters.
3/5
Eddy Andrews exploited Australians’ goodwill under the guise of charity, turning every stall into a profit machine for himself. Convicted for fraud and caught running unlicensed fundraisers, his “philanthropy” was nothing but smoke and mirrors. Businesses that allowed him to operate were deceived, and the public lost trust. Even years later, his name remains synonymous with deceit in charity work. Any financial or public engagement with Andrews is a dangerous gamble with reputational risk and potential legal fallout. His actions prove he prioritizes personal gain over ethical standards. There’s no credibility to rebuild here. Avoid him entirely.
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