Two mums running their own small businesses have turned a simple idea to help families at Christmas into three states charity campaign, convincing more than 50 Australian businesses to donate over $11,000 worth of prizes for a raffle supporting Red Nose Australia.
Northern NSW mum Megan Salgram and Sydney’s Ashleigh Rogers know how challenging running a small business can be, but that hasn’t stopped them spending months knocking on doors, reaching out to brands and rallying support for families doing it tough this Christmas.
Megan, the founder of children’s clothing brand Dear Darcy, and Ashleigh, who runs Pressé Studio, have brought together more than 50 Australian businesses for the fundraising campaign, with all proceeds from raffle ticket sales going directly to Red Nose Australia.
What started as a conversation between two friends has grown into a major Christmas giveaway, with two lucky winners set to share more than $15,000 worth of donated products, experiences and gift vouchers.
The raffle officially opened on November 1, with tickets available through the Dear Darcy and Pressé Studio websites.
For Ashleigh, the idea came from a simple conversation with her mum about Christmas.
“My mum messaged me back in June telling me she was already planning Christmas for the kids, and it made me think about how lucky my children are,” Ms Rogers said. “Christmas is such a magical time for our family, but I know that’s not the reality for everyone. I really wanted to find a way to give back and help another family this Christmas.
“I reached out to Megan straight away and asked if we could pull something like this off. She didn’t hesitate, and we’ve been working on it every day since.”
With no big organisation behind them, the pair set about contacting Australian businesses themselves, asking if they would consider donating something to help raise money for Red Nose.
And the prizes are enough to fill a Christmas wish list.
Among the major prizes are a bed and mattress from Lifely, a cubby house from Lifespan Kids, a table and chairs set from Jellybean Interiors, and a mini trampoline, tunnel climber and armchair from Play Planet Kids.
Other big-ticket donations include a $500 voucher from The Lullaby Club, a baby carrier from Chekoh, a Toniebox and characters from Tonies, magnetic tiles from Imagimates and an indoor cubby from Mango & Moon Interiors.
Dozens of other Australian businesses have contributed everything from balance bikes, toys and children’s clothing to homewares, skincare and gift vouchers, including Zalane, Lozi & Gabe, Dozy Dreams, Play Linen, Hey Doodle, Mimi Haircare, Possum & May, The Little Potion Co, Monty & Me, Smarty Pals, Colour Me Kids, Summer Sun Label and many more.
Ms Salgram said she was blown away by how many businesses were willing to help two mums trying to
make a difference.
“We’ve had more than 50 amazing brands and businesses jump on board, and every single one has “We’re splitting more than $11,000 worth of prizes into two huge prize packages, so two lucky people will walk away with some incredible gifts just in time for Christmas.
“But the best part is that every dollar raised through raffle ticket sales will go directly to Red Nose Australia
to support families who need it most.”
“We knew straight away that Red Nose was the organisation we wanted to support because of the incredible work they do for families going through some of the most heartbreaking experiences imaginable,” she said.
“They provide support around the clock for families who need it, and we wanted to do something that would make a genuine difference.
“If Megan and I can bring just a little bit of magic to someone who’s having a hard time this Christmas, then we’ve achieved what we set out to do.”
Raffle tickets are on sale Sunday, until 6.00 PM Tuesday 1 December 2026
They can be exclusvely purchased from Dear Darcy and Presse Studio.
To arrange an interview with Megan and Ashleigh contact:
Paul Glover | 0421 718 485 | paul@podiumgrouppr.com
To arrange an interview with someone from Red Nose contact:
Fiona Jordan | 0402 846 867 | fionajordan@rednose.org.au
Raffle entry subject to Ts&Cs. Visit this page to learn more.
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