Free and low-cost support to get your charity seen, heard and noticed

Get your charity’s story in front of journalists ✍️Applications open on a rolling basis

Got a newsworthy story but struggling with limited PR capacity and budget?
Media Trust has partnered with PA Media Group, the UK’s national news agency, to help small charities refine and distribute their press releases.
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If selected, you’ll receive expert feedback from media professionals to strengthen your story, followed by free distribution through PA Media Group’s press release service giving journalists across the UK the opportunity to discover your story.

Whether you’re launching a campaign, sharing new research, announcing a milestone or highlighting your impact, this could help your story reach a much wider audience.
Applications are open on a rolling basis, with up to two charities selected each month.
We welcome applications from UK charities and nonprofits with an annual income of £1 million or less. Apply with your press release idea today!

Apply for our press programme

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Last chance to apply! 👀
Two of our upcoming programmes are closing for applications next week, so if you’ve been meaning to apply, now’s the time!

 
Stronger Voices: Applications close 15 September
📙Join Stronger Voices, our free hybrid six-month strategic communications training for London-based equality organisations, now in its ninth year of expert delivery.
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Build your confidence, sharpen your messaging, strengthen your media skills and connect with other organisations working to tackle inequality.

“The programme is brilliant. I genuinely feel like I've gained so much learning from being a part of it. I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to grow in ways I wasn't aware I needed to grow.”
Cheryl at Purple Moon Drama

Apply for a spot on Stronger Voices
 
Health Equals Spokespeople Programme: Applications close 8 September Could your experience of living and working with a health-limiting condition help change the conversation around health and employment? Or maybe your charity works with someone who could challenge assumptions and bring a different perspective?
This free six-week training programme offers expert online training to develop the skills and confidence to share your story through Health Equals’ upcoming media campaign.

Apply to be a media spokesperson

Upcoming low-cost courses 🔎Beginner and advanced level training to build your skills

Our communications courses are designed for charities, helping you build your media, digital and communications skills in a way that is both affordable and accessible. Here are our next three courses.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Browse our full list of upcoming courses for more topics and dates.

View all upcoming courses
 
Email marketing for charities: From appeals to engagement

​Thursday 17 September, 10:00 – 12:00, online

When used properly, email can be one of the most powerful tools for building lasting relationships with your supporters.
This practical workshop will show you how to move beyond broadcast emails and use features like segmentation and automation to create warmer, more personal campaigns that build loyalty. Ideal for anyone who is looking to save time and increase engagement! Tickets from £48.

Sign up for Email marketing for charities
 
Media interviews for charities: Top tips and tricks  Tuesday 22 September, 10:00 – 12:00, online 

Learn how to ace your media interviews and gain valuable tips and tricks in one of our most popular webinars! Gain essential insights on speaking to the media with confidence, TV and radio etiquette, different interview styles and how to respond effectively when journalists reach out. Tickets from £48.  

Sign up for Media interviews for charities
 
Words that inspire giving: Copywriting for fundraisersWednesday 23 September, 10:00 – 12:00, online

Whether it’s a donation appeal, an event invite or a supporter thank you, the words you choose can make all the difference.
In this practical workshop, learn how to write ethically, empathetically and with your audience in mind. You’ll explore how to craft fundraising messages that resonate with supporters while staying true to your charity’s voice and values. Tickets from £48.

Sign up for Copywriting for fundraisers