Hampers are a great way to raise money for charity, with individuals perhaps more likely to enter a fundraising raffle if they know they will receive a luxury prize.

The Times Leader reports how Wyoming Valley West Middle School in the US opted to offer gift baskets as part of a dodgeball tournament designed to raise money for local organisation Dinner for Kids.

Meanwhile, the Palladium-Item described how hampers are to feature in a silent auction being held at Holy Family School in Richmond.

Entrants can bid on a variety of gift baskets containing chocolate treats hand crafted by local professional chocolatiers, with all donations going to Richmond Catholic churches and Seton Catholic schools.

Individuals planning to host a fundraising event may want to consider including hampers as a way of enticing people to purchase raffle tickets.

Regency offers a variety of gift baskets, ranging from wine and beer options to those containing fruit, chocolates and beauty products.