As a citizen, you play a critical role in shaping the outcome of elections. Beyond just voting, there are numerous ways you can support your political party and its candidates. Here’s how you can make a real difference in 2025 and beyond.
10. Spread the Message (Policy Benefits)
- How You Can Help: Share your party’s key messages and policies on social media, in conversations, or at community events. Use your platforms to amplify causes and candidates you believe in.
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9. Volunteer for Campaigns (Local & National)
- How You Can Help: Campaigns rely heavily on volunteers to phone bank, canvas neighborhoods, and assist at events. Even a few hours can have a significant impact.
- Resources:
- Find opportunities through Mobilize, a platform for connecting with political campaigns.
- Contact your local party office.
8. Donate to Support Candidates
- How You Can Help: Campaigns are fueled by donations, big and small. Contributing to your preferred candidates or party ensures they have the resources to compete.
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7. Host a Voter Registration Drive
- How You Can Help: Registering new voters, especially in underserved communities, is one of the most effective ways to grow your party’s base.
- Resources:
- Learn how to run a drive through Rock the Vote.
- Use online tools like Vote.org.
6. Engage in Grassroots Organizing
- How You Can Help: Join or start local groups to discuss issues, plan events, and mobilize voters. Grassroots efforts build community and enthusiasm for your party.
- Resources:
- Get involved with groups like Indivisible or local party chapters.
5. Educate Yourself and Others
- How You Can Help: Understand the issues at stake and the policies your party supports. Educating friends and family ensures conversations are fact-based and persuasive.
- Resources:
- Use tools like BallotReady to research candidates and policies.
4. Encourage Early Voting
- How You Can Help: Early voting increases turnout and reduces election-day stress. Encourage others to vote early or by mail when possible.
- Resources:
- Check early voting deadlines in your state via nass.org/can-I-vote.
3. Support Fundraising Efforts
- How You Can Help: Host fundraising events or promote donation links to help your party and candidates raise the money needed to win.
- Resources:
- Learn about grassroots fundraising strategies from EveryAction.
2. Combat Disinformation
- How You Can Help: Call out and report false information on social media. Share credible sources and encourage critical thinking among your peers.
- Resources:
- Learn how to identify and address disinformation through First Draft.
1. Help Get Out the Vote (GOTV)
- How You Can Help: On election day, drive neighbors to the polls, remind friends to vote, or volunteer as a poll worker to ensure everything runs smoothly.
- Resources:
- Find GOTV initiatives via When We All Vote.
- Sign up to be a poll worker through Power the Polls.
Final Thoughts
Elections aren’t won solely by candidates or political leaders—they’re won by people like you. Every action, no matter how small, contributes to the collective effort of achieving meaningful change. By volunteering, donating, educating, and organizing, you can be an integral part of helping your political party succeed in 2025 and beyond.