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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
Boost your fundraising with a £250 donation on us
There’s four winning donations up for grabs and here’s how to enter
29th April 2021
Captain Tom 100
Complete your own 100 Challenge to raise money for the UK's charities and be part of Captain Tom's army of hope! #CaptainTom100
6th April 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
How To Set Up Your Virgin Money Giving Fundraising Page
Easy steps to creating your fundraising page
3 mins read
How to fundraise without leaving the house
Fantastic ideas to raise funds and awareness for charity from home
4 mins read
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
Great fundraising ideas for kids
Fun charity activities to support good causes
Virgin Money Giving | 3 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
Unique charity fundraising ideas that work
Over 50 of your best tried and tested fundraising ideas from Random Acts of Kindness Week
Virgin Money Giving | 4 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
How to raise money for charity at school
Creative fundraising ideas for students of any age
3 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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