One of the best ways to make change happen for people with disabilities is to become a local leader.

This may seem scary, but it isn’t (though it is definitely hard work).

We’ve piloted a workshop on “Running for Local Office” which demystifies the process – everything from registering to run and raising money, to getting out there and campaigning.

If you are interested, sign up below and we’ll let you know about upcoming sessions.

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    Preferred Format: OnlineIn-person

    Interest area: General InterestSchool BoardCity CouncilOther

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    Campaign Resources

    Complements of Emily’s List — Re: CAMPAIGN BUDGETS

    What does your campaign’s budget look like?Here is a rough breakdown of spending our advisors usually recommend to campaigns:
    Program: 85% Includes:

    • Voter contact (mailers, ads, walk literature, GOTV door hangers)
    • Research
    • Polling
    • Communications
    • Digital

    Overhead: 10% Includes:

    • Paid staff + their benefits
    • Office rental
    • Paper
    • Electricity
    • Water
    • Legal
    • Tech (computers, phone, website/domain name, email program costs, list building)

    Fundraising: 5% Includes:

    • Programs like ActBlue and NGP Van
    • Food and any event costs at fundraisers
    • Mailings that ask people for money
    • Stamps for thank you notes to donors

    How does your budget compare?

    Workshop Presentation

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