Rachel Kneller's blog
An update on my marathon journey
Rachel Kneller | 2 mins read
The Man in the Pink dress has a new costume
Colin Burgin-Plews has unveiled his 2019 Virgin Money London Marathon dress
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
The insider’s guide to training and fundraising
Top 5 tips from the experts
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
Competition Winner's Story
Virgin Money London Marathon fundraiser shares his excitement of winning an exclusive Virgin Money Giving prize
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
How to fundraise: 5 easy, practical ideas
Great inspiration from real fundraisers
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
The Dementia Revolution is here
Introducing Barbara's Revolutionaries
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
Rachel Kneller's blog
An update on my fundraising journey
Rachel Kneller | 2 mins read
How to set up your Virgin Money Giving page
Five easy steps to creating your fundraising page
3 mins read
Win a Prudential RideLondon place for your best mate
Win a Prudential RideLondon place for your best mate. We’re giving away 10 places so you can RideLondon together
2 mins read
Introducing Colin: The Man in the Big Pink Dress
Our guru Colin shares his tips for first timers
Colin Plews | 4 mins
Four creative ideas for eye-catching fundraising
Original thinking can help you stand out from the crowd
4 mins read
How to use social media to enhance your fundraising
Social can quickly boost your charitable efforts
3 mins read
The psychology of giving – and how fundraisers can learn from it
Creating that ‘warm glow’ could help you raise more
4 mins read
Alzheimer's Research UK and The Virgin Money London Marathon
What the annual race means to the dementia charity
Lucy Squance | 3 mins read
How to get support for your fundraising
Find out where to approach to boost your efforts
Lucy Squance | 3 mins read
How to host a fundraising event
Our experts’ top ten things to consider
3 mins read
Peter’s fundraising story
“I ran 44 marathons, in 44 countries, in 44 days”
3 mins read
How to meet and beat your fundraising target
An insider’s guide to achieving your goal
Colin Burgin-Plews | 4 mins read
Miles more for Virgin Money London Marathon superheroes
The benefits of fundraising through Virgin Money Giving
How to promote your fundraising
Expert tips on how to get your efforts noticed
3 mins read
Rachel Kneller’s advice for first-time runners
Helpful tips if you’re new to the Virgin Money London Marathon
Rachel Kneller | 2 mins read
How to use Instagram to boost your fundraising
Use photos to help tell your story
4 mins read
Insider’s guide to running a marathon
Tips from runners to help get you better prepared
5 mins read
Heidi’s Virgin Money London Marathon story
“Make sure you enjoy the journey”
3 mins read
Your memories of Virgin Money London Marathon race day
Five runners share their lasting moments
2 mins read
How to make your Virgin Money Giving page brilliant
Great ideas to engage your supporters and increase fundraising
4 mins read
Our guide to online fundraising
Jo Barnett talks about how to be a successful fundraiser
5 mins read
Dementia won’t stop me running a marathon
Sue took up running when she was diagnosed with vascular dementia
Dementia Revolution
Baasit’s Virgin Money London Marathon story
The Gogglebox star shares his experience
3 mins read
How to use video to fundraise
It’s a great way to engage your audience
4 mins read
Your top ten fundraising tips
Creative ideas to increase sponsorship
3 mins read
Jackie's fundraising story
“So many people will want to help you make a difference”
2 mins read
How to invigorate your fundraising campaign
Top tips on how to engage donors
3 mins read
Choosing the best marathon costume
You could raise more money by dressing up
2 mins read
Michael’s Virgin Money London Marathon story
“The best part is crossing the starting line”
3 mins read
Top ten ideas for fundraising at work
Fun ways to engage your colleagues
2 mins read
Jonathan’s fundraising story
Tips on how to be your charity’s hero
4 mins read
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Our fundraising gurus
Get some wise words from people who know a thing or two about smashing through tough fundraising targets.
Colin Burgin-Plews
More famously known as the Man in the Big Pink Dress
Rachel Kneller
Passionate and successful new fundraiser
Jo Barnett
Executive Director of Virgin Money Giving
Kat Cox
Head of Sports Events at Alzheimer’s Society
Lucy Squance
Director of Supporter-led Fundraising at Alzheimer’s Research UK
Jonathan Barr
Experienced marathon runner and fundraiser
