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How to Raise Money and Set Up A Fundraising Page with 5 Fuss-free Steps
Simple steps on how to create your own fundraising page
23rd July 2021
A Thank You from Team Ziffit: £100k Raised for UK Charities
Just after lockdown hit last year, we partnered with Ziffit Donate, a free online service launched to sell unwanted books, CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays and games, whose value could be donated directly to a fundraising page. And it couldn't have come at a better time for charities.
21st July 2021
Congratulations to our competition winners
We spoke to our winners to ask them how their fundraising is going and what they thought about winning
21st July 2021
August Fundraising Ideas and Events
5 summer friendly fundraising options that everyone will enjoy
20th July 2021
Freedom Day and what it means for your fundraising
Freedom Day went ahead as planned on the 19th July. This means the government have lifted restrictions on large scale events
19th July 2021
Running enthusiast pushes through cancer treatment to fulfil his dream
Adam Ward is training to run the Virgin Money London Marathon in October after being diagnosed with terminal colon cancer - he enjoys training with partner and coach, Vici, as it takes his mind off his treatment
9th July 2021
10 family-friendly fundraising ideas
Creative charity fundraising ideas for kids
8th July 2021
10 fun and unique fundraising ideas
Out-there ideas that will help double those donations
2nd July 2021
10 ways to fundraise without leaving the house
Fast and fun ways to raise funds from your sofa
25th June 2021
Free marathon fundraising guide
We’ve put together some of the best tips from runners who were in your position in previous years to get you up and running
25th June 2021
Virgin Money Giving Running Family
Join our Facebook group to chat and discuss topics with runners past and present
25th June 2021
Let's make a difference together
Fundraising for the Virgin Money London Marathon is easier when you have support and we’re here to help you go that extra mile for your chosen charity
22nd June 2021
15 Fun Fundraising Ideas for Students in School
Fast and creative fundraising ideas for students of any age
18th June 2021
Summer Fundraising Ideas and Events
10 summer friendly fundraising options that everyone will enjoy
17th June 2021
Win £500 each month to boost your fundraising efforts
There’s two winning donations up for grabs each month from now until the end of September and here’s how to enter.
1st June 2021
Working as a team to raise funds for a special cause
Jake Rose-Brown tells us how the Team Amali Challenge, a special fundraising day in honour of his son, came together
6th May 2021
Chris Gibbs’ story – raising funds on an epic trip in memory of his son
We caught up with fundraiser Chris Gibbs on his epic challenge to raise funds for Royal Stoke and Birmingham Children’s Hospital in memory of his son Thiago
20th November 2020
The benefits of decluttering your home
Why decluttering your home is good for the mind, body, soul and charity
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
Jo’s story: how I raised £21,000 for NE Youth in lockdown
Jo Shallcross shares how she followed in her Dad’s footsteps, and raised £21,000 for NE Youth in lockdown.
Virgin Money Giving | Video
Your downloadable quiz night fundraiser
Looking for how to host a quiz night for your next fundraiser? Here’s our ready-made quiz questions and answer sheets, so all you need are guests and a venue.
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
How to avoid virtual event calamity
Key points to help you sidestep the pitfalls of internet-based fundraising
2 mins read
How to run a socially distanced fundraising event
The coronavirus outbreak has posed a unique challenge to fundraisers – how can you run fundraising events while keeping yourself and those around you safe?
2 mins read
12 Ideas for Christmas fundraising
Covid-compliant festive-inspired tips to keep the donations coming in
Virgin Money Giving | 5 mins read
#SaveOurCharities - how fundraising in the UK has changed after lockdown
The highs, the lows and how you can #ShareTheFundraisingSpirit
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
Gear up for the Virgin Money London Marathon 2020: the tech race
This 40th running of the Virgin Money London Marathon is going to be a little different.
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
Fundraising hero of the month: Sarah Gilbert
How Sarah’s friends and family helped her rocket to Mencap’s top 10 Marathon fundraisers
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
Heroes run in our family: Stuart Chalmer's story
Newbie marathon-fundraiser Stuart shares his story for Afasic
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
Fundraising heroes: How I raised £4,000 through social media and hosting events
How fundraising helped ballot runner Amy run 26.2 miles
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
Fundraising heroes: How we raised £9,000 as a team and honoured our friend in the process
How Super Lou’s Ladies teamed up for Brain Research UK
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
Virgin Money London Marathon Running Family – Manchester, 30 January
Meet the family, plus get fundraising tips, gait analysis and more
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
The world’s most famous marathons
Amazing runs, everywhere from Norway to New York
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
A nutritionist’s guide to marathon training
What to eat when training for a marathon
Jo Scott-Dagleish | 3 mins read
January fundraising ideas to make sure 2020 starts with a bang
Ideas to kick off your fundraising New Year’s resolutions
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
The best 5k and 10k charity runs
Raise funds while raising your heart rate
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
Festive workplace fundraising ideas
Raise some Christmas cheer for charity with our festive workplace fundraising ideas
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
How to train for a marathon over Christmas
Stay on track during the festive season
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
Helen the Cheesecake Runner’s fabulous fundraising ideas workshop
Fundraising ideas to get you ready for your next challenge
Helen the Cheesecake Runner | 1 hour+ (video)
Team building activities for work
Fundraising ideas to unite your team
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
How to use Gift Aid to boost your fundraising
#tickthebox and make a world of difference
3 mins read
How to raise money for charity at work
Get your workmates smiling with our workplace fundraising ideas
3 mins read
12-week half marathon training plan
Run a half marathon like a boss with our simple 12 week training plan
Virgin Money Giving | 5 mins read
5 unique fundraising ideas
Creative ideas that stick in people’s minds for years to come
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
Why you should be asking for donations in person
Take the time to have a one-on-one conversation
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
Personal emails might be the spark you need
We all like a little love in our inbox
Virgin Money Giving | 4 mins read
Ideas To Make Your Virgin Money Giving Fundraising Page Brilliant
Great ideas to engage your supporters and increase fundraising
4 mins read
Fundraising Apps - The Top 5 Best Fundraising Apps
Give your donations a boost with these top apps
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
How To Get Help and Support For Your Fundraising
Find out where to approach to boost your efforts
Lucy Squance | 3 mins read
How To Get Donations and Invigorate Your Fundraising Campaign
Top tips on how to engage donors
3 mins read
How to promote your fundraising campaign - first steps
Expert tips on how to get your efforts noticed
3 mins read
How to fundraise on Instagram
Use photos to help tell your story
2 mins read
Four Eye Catching and Creative Fundraising Ideas
Original thinking can help you stand out from the crowd
4 mins read
What Is Fundraising And How Does It Work - Virgin Money Giving
5 simple steps to achieving your fundraising target
Virgin Money Giving | 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
Your top ten fundraising tips
Creative ideas to increase sponsorship
3 mins read
How To Fundraise For Charity Online - Our Top 5 Tips
5 top tips for fundraising with Virgin Money Giving
Virgin Money Giving | 3 mins read
How to fundraise using social media
Social can quickly boost your charitable efforts
3 mins read
How to fundraise using video and podcasts
It’s a great way to engage your audience
4 mins read
Top Ten Workplace Fundraising Ideas For Charity
Fun ways to engage your colleagues
2 mins read
Fundraising on the go with Siri
Find out your fundraising total at any time
Virgin Money Giving | 2 mins read
Marathon Costume Ideas and Inspiration
You could raise more money by dressing up
2 mins read
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