For SOS success, take a look at our fundraising top tips.

An easy and secure way to raise funds for sponsored events.  Set up a fundraising page online at www.virginmoney.com for the UK or www.mycharity.ie in the ROI and promote it to your friends and family and colleagues.

Using social media sites such as facebook and twitter can help increase awareness of what you're doing.  You can let friends and family know, invite them to join in your events and attach a link through to your fundraising page.

Some employers are able to match your fundraising total. Why not ask? It could double your fundraising efforts.

Your sponsors would love to hear how you're getting on with your fundraising and it's a really good way to connect with new people.  Go to www.blogger.com to get started.