Barnardos Teddy Bear Raffle

We all know the comfort a teddy bear can bring. That’s why we’re asking you to join workplaces, clubs, community groups and schools across the country in hosting a Teddy Bear Raffle. Every ticket you sell and every euro you raise will help provide vital support and smiles for vulnerable children this Christmas. Christmas is a time for joy, but for many familes, it can be a challenging time. You can help to change that. You can help to give vulnerable children the happy, warm and secure Christmas they deserve.

Because Childhood Lasts A Lifetime.

How it works

Step 2: Set your raffle date

Pick a date that works for you and start planning some festive fun.

Step 3: Spread the Word

Encourage colleagues, suppliers, and friends to buy tickets. You can sell physical tickets or host your fundraising online with an iDonate raffle!

Step 4: Return your funds

Return your collected funds by Friday 12th December so we can put them to good use. You’ll also be entered into our Sellers Prize*.

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How to make the most of your Teddy Bear Raffle!

  • Add your Barnardos Bear to a festive hamper to make your raffle even more special. You might like to run your raffle at a mince pie morning or your Christmas get together!
  • Your fundraising could double instantly if your workplace offers a matching gift program – so do ask!
  • Most importantly, spread the word! The more know about your fundraiser, the more you’ll raise!

Sellers Prize Draw T&Cs

  • Entry is only open to registered raffle organisers participating in the Barnardos Teddy Bear Raffle
  • Each registered raffle organiser (seller) who returns their funds by Friday, December 11th, will be automatically entered into the prize draw for a chance to win a One4All voucher
  • The winner will be notified by phone
  • The judges’ decision is final, and the winner will be informed within 7 days of the closing date
  • Participation in the competition implies acceptance of these terms

Frequently Asked Questions

Anyone can host a raffle! Whether you’re organising at your workplace, school, or with friends in your community, everyone is welcome to join in the Teddy Bear Raffle!

To sign up, simply complete the registration form above. If you have any questions, you can email us at [email protected]. Once registered, we’ll send you a raffle pack that includes a Barnardos Bear, raffle tickets, posters, and other materials to make your raffle a success. You’ll receive that in plenty of time to organise your raffle.

Return your funds by Friday 11th December and you’ll be automatically entered into our Sellers Prize Draw.

Yes! You can set up your own online raffle page through iDonate by clicking here and selecting “Set Up a Raffle on Behalf of a Cause.” This allows you to sell raffle tickets online and reach a wider audience. iDonate’s platform is designed to make it simple for individuals to manage their raffle fundraisers. With just a few clicks, you can set up and oversee ticket sales and raffle administration with ease. In as little as 10 minutes, you can launch your online raffle and begin raising crucial funds.

iDonate will contact the Barnardos, who will need to approve your raffle before it goes live.

Yes, you can add a custom banner, images, and detailed prize descriptions. You can also choose whether to display or hide the names of ticket buyers, hide your target, hide your total raised, and more.

You can also offer a range of ticket prices with volume discounts, such as 1 for €10, 3 for €25, or 10 for €50.

iDonate provide an integrated “Pick a Winner” tool, that lets you select one or more winners with a single click. Alternatively, there are various ways to conduct the raffle draw, such as using a random number generator, or printing tickets to draw from a hat. iDonate provide guidance on the best options for your needs.

All funds raised through online ticket sales through iDonate will come directly to Barnardos.

Get in touch 

Need help getting started or setting up your online fundraising page? Our Christmas elf. Michelle, is here to help!

Contact Michelle at [email protected]