Insurance Advisernet has raised $40,000 for the Starlight Foundation through a raffle drive and “wand sales” at its Gold Coast trade show.

The Starlight Foundation’s mission is “to brighten the lives of seriously ill children and their families”. This year it has helped nearly 500,000 children.

Earlier this year Insurance Advisernet donated $25,000 to support the Starlight supporter survey, which asked supporters for feedback on the charity’s work.