Most Americans have never heard of the people who run their elections. But county clerks, election board members, and state-level officials make decisions that determine whether democracy holds.
We're targeting low-turnout, low-profile elections where Vote Forward letters have the strongest evidence of turning out voters and will have the greatest impact.
Our first letters focus on the Nevada District Court.
Grassroots groups that organize year-round in communities that have large working class, youth and people-of-color populations build long-term relationships and succeed in their communities in ways that candidates and outside groups cannot.
In 2024, grassroots groups were more likely to reach racially diverse, young, and infrequent voters than political parties and campaigns were. They were also more likely to communicate person-to-person, and they had significantly higher contact rates in key states. [MVP Report].Donations to local groups that know their communities can be highly effective!