Raising funds is key to our success in raising the profile of veganism and consequently the betterment of people's health, the environment and, of course, the lives of the animals that pay the ultimate price for the way our society has been structured.

We are attempting to bring together the combiened wisdom and experience of Network Contacts and other activists on these matters. You can contribute by writing about what you have found to be effective and how you went about achieving it. Send your piece here.

• Direct Fundraising and managing your funds
• Encourage membership and direct donations - tell people why you are a member, and the different types of membership available
• Suggest making wills - so our legacies end up where we would like them to go
• Encourage purchasing of vegan goodies from your favourite charity, such as when people are looking for present ideas for you or others
• suggest to a manufacturer or food outlet that they get the Vegan Trademark to give their product great credibility
• Attend events and parties organised by charities you support, as this gives you a great chance to meet like-minded people, have a lovely time, and donate too.