At this troubled time, things to boost spirits and support our heroes have never been more vital. That said, with the weather getting warmer and many people spending more time in their gardens as lockdown continues, we all need ways to combine all of these threads into a coherent whole.

Small Businesses 4 NHS is an initiative hosting weekly raffles with prizes donated by small, independent businesses across the UK who have been affected by COVID-19. By helping to raise the profile of these businesses, the initiative hopes to help them through these tough times and better position them for the future.

Tickets cost £5 and all proceeds go to the NHS, with winners picked on a Sunday … so get in quick if you want to be in with a shot of securing this week’s gorgeous prize, which is a divine parasol from the East London Parasol Company – perfect for social distancing in the garden and, when restrictions lift, adding some bohemian luxe to your garden gathering.

The Marvin parasol (RRP £315) is hand block printed with shades of blue and green in a stunning peacock pattern with opulent gold tassels. East London Parasol Company founder Lucy Ferguson has taken inspiration from her travels in Southern India, and every parasol in the collection is created from beautiful handmade fabrics with block printed patterns ranging from parrots to palm prints. The draw for this prize will take place on 19 April.

Raffle tickets can be bought via Instagram or the Just Giving page.