Media Trust is a communications charity that believes in the power of media to change lives. They inspire the media and communications industry to share their time, knowledge and creativity to benefit charities, communities and young people. Working together, the amplify charities' voices by developing their skills, creating compelling communications and connecting them with their audiences and beneficiaries.
Most charities in the UK raise less than £1million a year and 80% have an annual communications budget of just £1,000. They don’t have the communications skills, resources or connections needed to spread the word about their work and raise vital funds. However, the UK creative industries have some of the best communicators in the world. What’s more, they have access to thousands of individuals who want to give their time and skills to make a difference.
This is where Media Trust comes in. They are a charity that believes in the power of communications to change lives. For this reason, they help other charities to have a voice and be heard.
They connect skilled professionals from across the creative and media industry with charitable organisations, communities and young people in need of vital communications training, mentoring and resources.