Engaging your local press about your participation at Foundations on the Hill will not only generate
positive press for your foundation and the great work you do, but also for your Congressional
member. Are you ready to engage your local press office? The following documents
will help you engage and prepare for the media in telling your story about Foundations on the Hill.

• Preparing an Opinion Piece Tips
  An opinion piece – or Op-Ed – is a short article that expresses an opinion or viewpoint not expressed by the editorial staff on the editorial page.
  
  
• Opinion Piece Template
  Use this template to help create an op-ed.
  
  
• Preparing a Press Release Tips
  A press release serves to persuade reporters and editors to attend and cover your event.
  
  
• Press Release Template
  Use this template to help create a press release.
  
  
• Council Press Release for 2012 FOTH
  View the Council's press release for this year's FOTH.
  
  
• Tips for media Interviews
  
  
• Social Media Guide
  Promoting Foundations on the Hill through social media