How do I get publicity?
Regional media in your area are always on the lookout for good news stories. At Sense, we actively encourage people to tell their own stories because if it gets in the local papers, it generally helps to make asking for sponsorship from your friends and family easier.
The process is simple. Think about the most exciting aspects of your running event to tell in your story.
This could be how you are raising money, if you are dressing up, if your work is getting involved, what your family think etc. And feel free to tell us about anything else you think we should know – for example, perhaps it’s your birthday on the day or you’re running with your brother, sister, mother or son.
Find or take a photo of yourself if possible. Many local papers will print a picture – particularly if you are in your running gear!
Contact the PR team at mediaenquiries@sense.org.uk or telephone 0207 014 9378 with your story and the PR team will develop a short press release for you. On your behalf, we’ll send the press release to your local media.
Receiving publicity in your local press is not just a great way of helping you to reach your fundraising target, but it will also raise awareness of Sense and the life-changing work we do.
Don’t just take our word for it
“Thank you so much for all your help and support – you have been a wonderful charity to run for – all the emails, newsletters and events that were put on for us – all of it was great. It has been my dream to run the marathon ever since it started in 1980 and yesterday you guys helped me make my dream come true.“
Sandi
“On behalf of Karen and I, we were delighted to have been part of the Sense team in Sunday’s London Marathon! We really enjoyed the race and all the support we received from the Sense Cheering squads around the course. We also sincerely appreciate all of the communication and support we received from you prior to the event. It was not always easy with us being based in Dubai but it was never a problem for you. “
Scott
“I just wanted to say how delighted I was to be able to run for
Sense in this years London Marathon and what a great experience it was. I was very impressed with the organisation and help that Sense provided and very honoured to represent such a great charity. “
Chris
“I would like to thank you and the events team for giving me the opportunity to run the London Marathon for Sense.
The help and support were excellent, as were the cheering points along the route; especially the bar at mile 19 where my parents happily spent most of the day. It was a very memorable occasion and one which I am sure I will remember for many years to come. “
Paul
“The service I received from the Sense PR team was second to none. They were efficient, encouraging and made me feel even prouder of my Marathon effort. I sent a press release out to 4 local papers and got coverage in every one! It really helped boost my fundraising, encouraged lots of support from my local community and made me feel like a celebrity for a few weeks! I would definitely recommend the PR service to every runner; we should promote the fact that we are doing the Marathon as it is such a fantastic achievement. “
Jon
