Harmony for Hope - a charity concert
Join Orchestra Wellington on Friday 4 April at the Lower Hutt Town Hall for a night of classical and movie themes to raise funds for Lifting the Lid, a youth mental health programme in the Hutt Valley.
Why Your Support Matters
Mental health challenges among young people are increasing, and the need for rapid, meaningful intervention has never been greater. Harmony for Hope is a charity concert to support an initiative called Lifting the Lid. By supporting Lifting the Lid, you're investing in the future well-being of our youth, ensuring they get the the tools they need to thrive and succeed.
Join us in making a difference—together, we can lift the lid on youth mental health!
Lifting the Lid: Empowering Young Minds, Changing Lives
What is Lifting the Lid?
Lifting the Lid is a powerful initiative run by Rotary clubs across the Greater Wellington region, giving schools the resources they need to support students struggling with mental health challenges. This programme provides immediate, targeted interventions—ensuring that vulnerable students receive the right support at the right time.
Since its launch by the Rotary Club of Port Nicholson, Lifting the Lid has gained overwhelming support from Rotary clubs throughout the region, making a real difference in young lives.
Lifting the Lid is launching in the Hutt Valley in 2025!
In a major step forward, the Hutt Valley region is establishing its own Lifting the Lid Charitable Trust, (LTL) made up of representatives from five Rotary clubs:
🤝Hutt City
🤝Hutt Valley
🤝Eastern Hutt
🤝Petone
🤝River Valley
This marks a significant expansion of the programme, ensuring that more students have access to critical mental health support.
How Does It Work?
Lifting the Lid operates with speed, trust, and impact. Secondary schools can apply directly to the LTL Charitable Trust, requesting funding to engage:
✔️ Professional counsellors and medical professionals
✔️ Mentors and buddy programs to provide ongoing support
✔️ Alternative interventions, such as community-based youth programmes (for example, Ignite Sport, Naenae Boxing Academy), that foster resilience and well-being.
Fast-Track Support: Funding approvals happen within just 24 hours, ensuring that students get the help they need—when they need it most.
Who Runs the Programme?
The Hutt Valley Lifting the Lid Charitable Trust is led by the executive teams from the five Rotary clubs, working hand-in-hand with school management. This high-trust model allows schools to determine the most effective interventions for each student, ensuring tailored, life-changing support.
