How Harrods Has Raised Funds for Mental Health Through Raffles with Raffall

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Introduction

Harrods, the world-renowned luxury department store in London, is known for offering an exceptional shopping experience. But over the past three years, Harrods has shown that their commitment to excellence extends beyond luxury goods. Through their Mental Health & Wellbeing Awareness Network, Harrods has been using Raffall to host charity raffles to raise funds for YoungMinds, a leading UK charity dedicated to supporting young people’s mental health.

With three raffles held in support of YoungMinds.org.uk, Harrods has not only engaged their staff but also made a meaningful impact through charity fundraising. With 103 winners and a wide variety of luxury prizes on offer, their raffles have become a significant part of their charity efforts. Here, we’ll take a closer look at Harrods’ use of Raffall and the impact of their ongoing partnership.

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The Power of Charity Raffles: Harrods and Raffall Join Forces

In a time when mental health has become a critical focus worldwide, Harrods decided to step up their charitable efforts by using Raffall to host charity raffles. Since partnering with Raffall, Harrods has hosted three successful raffles, each one contributing to YoungMinds, a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting the mental health of children and young people.

Harrods’ charity raffles have been promoted across their internal channels, engaging staff and encouraging donations for a good cause. Each raffle offers a range of luxurious prizes that reflect the high standards associated with Harrods, creating excitement and engagement while making a positive impact.

Three Years, Three Raffles, and Incredible Prizes

Since the inception of their charity raffles, Harrods has held three events over the past three years. Each raffle offered a wide array of luxury prizes, ranging from high-end beauty products and designer accessories to exclusive experiences. Here’s a breakdown of their charity raffles and the prizes offered:

1. Harrods Mental Health & Wellbeing Awareness Raffle

The first raffle, hosted in support of YoungMinds, was promoted as a chance to win luxury items while supporting an important cause. Fans and staff members alike participated, with an array of prizes on offer, including premium skincare products, designer watches, and gift hampers from Harrods’ exclusive collection.

The image shows the Harrods food hamper, one of the prizes offered in their raffle supporting the Mental Health and Wellbeing Awareness Network charity

2. Harrods Christmas Charity Raffle

In the spirit of giving, Harrods hosted a Christmas charity raffle, offering a festive range of luxury items. From designer handbags to bespoke perfumes, participants had the chance to win exclusive gifts perfect for the holiday season. The raffle raised significant funds for YoungMinds while spreading holiday cheer to winners and participants alike.

The image shows a luxury Harrods Xmas hamper, one of the prizes offered in their raffle supporting the Mental Health and Wellbeing Awareness Network charity

3. Harrods Mental Health Charity Raffle 2022

The most recent raffle in 2022 featured a stunning lineup of prizes, including exclusive experiences, limited-edition fashion pieces, and luxury beauty bundles. With participants eager to win these high-value items, the raffle was yet another success, raising both awareness and vital funds for YoungMinds.

Image shows limited edition luxury fashion items in Harrods Mental Health Charity Raffle

Why Harrods’ Charity Raffles Stand Out

Harrods’ charity raffles have not only succeeded in raising funds but also in engaging participants through meaningful and luxurious prizes. Here’s why these raffles have been so successful:

1. Supporting a Worthy Cause

At the heart of Harrods’ raffles is their commitment to mental health awareness and supporting YoungMinds. By offering their employees and raffle participants the chance to contribute to such an important cause, Harrods has created a sense of purpose that resonates with both staff and participants.

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Awareness Network charity

2. Offering Luxurious, Coveted Prizes

Harrods’ raffles stand out because they offer participants the chance to win coveted luxury items. Whether it’s a designer handbag, high-end beauty products, or exclusive experiences, the prizes on offer align with Harrods’ reputation for luxury and excellence. This combination of desirable prizes and charitable giving creates a powerful incentive to participate.

3. Engaging Participants Year After Year

What sets Harrods apart is their ability to turn raffles into an annual tradition. By hosting charity raffles each year, Harrods keeps their staff and participants engaged, offering something new and exciting with each event. This sustained engagement ensures ongoing support for their chosen charity while keeping the momentum alive for future raffles.

Harrods staff promoting their raffle supporting the Mental Health and Wellbeing Awareness Network charity

103 Winners and Counting: The Impact of Harrods’ Raffles

Since launching their first raffle, Harrods has created 103 winners, each of whom has taken home a piece of luxury while contributing to a worthy cause. This not only highlights the wide appeal of the raffles but also underscores their effectiveness as a fundraising tool. Every raffle has been a success, with participants eager to win and support YoungMinds.

How Raffall Has Helped Harrods Streamline Their Charity Raffles

By using Raffall, Harrods has been able to streamline the entire raffle process, making it simple for participants to enter and easy for the charity to receive the funds raised. Raffall’s platform has allowed Harrods to focus on what matters most—raising funds for YoungMinds—while Raffall handles the ticketing, payments, and winner selection.

This partnership has not only benefited Harrods but has also provided a blueprint for other luxury brands and businesses looking to raise funds through charity raffles.

Explore Harrods’ Raffles on Raffall

Want to see the luxury prizes Harrods has raffled off in support of YoungMinds? Check out their Raffall profile below to explore their past and current raffles.

How You Can Host Your Own Charity Raffle

Inspired by Harrods’ success? Hosting a charity raffle is a great way to engage participants, offer exciting prizes, and raise funds for important causes. Raffall makes it easy to set up and manage raffles. Here’s how you can get started:

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1. Choose Your Cause and Prize

Start by selecting a charity or cause that aligns with your organization’s values. Then, pick prizes that will engage your participants. This could include exclusive experiences, luxury items, or other coveted prizes.

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2. Set Up Your Raffle on Raffall.com

Raffall’s platform makes it easy to create your raffle. You can set ticket prices, manage entries, and keep track of all the details—all while focusing on promoting your event.

3. Promote Your Raffle

Once your raffle is live, promote it across your social media channels, internal networks, and email lists. Highlight the cause and the prizes on offer to generate excitement and encourage participation.

4. Engage with Participants

Keep your participants engaged by sharing updates, celebrating winners, and reminding them of the charity they’re supporting. Create an ongoing narrative around your raffle to maintain excitement.


Conclusion: Harrods Shows the Power of Charity Raffles

Harrods has shown that raffles can be more than just a fun event—they can be a powerful tool for raising funds and awareness for important causes like mental health. Through their partnership with Raffall, Harrods has raised significant funds for YoungMinds while engaging their staff and offering luxury prizes.

Visit their Raffall profile at raffall.com/harrods

Ready to host your own charity raffle? Start today on Raffall and see how you can make an impact while offering amazing prizes.

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