NonprofitVOTE Toolkits
Community-based nonprofits are uniquely suited to the job of helping their clients, constituents, staff and volunteers become involved in the electoral process. Nonprofits have the trust and respect of their communities and daily contact with those who would benefit from increased participation in our democratic process. But the question for individual nonprofits remains, "How do we get started?"
NonprofitVOTE PublicationsA Voter Participation Starter Kit - for Nonprofits and Social Service Agencies
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This toolkit provides nonprofits with an introduction to doing
nonpartisan voter registration, voter education and get out the vote
work in an easy and effective way. Emphasis is placed on integrating
nonpartisan voter engagement into your nonprofit's ongoing activities
and services with clients and constituents - as well as with your staff
and board. Each section highlights basic principles and sample
activities. The toolkit has special one page sections on engaging the
candidates, working on ballot measures, becoming a poll worker and more.
A Nonprofit's Guide to Hosting a Candidate Forum
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In this publication you will find helpful instructions on hosting a
candidate forum, including to-do lists, do's and don'ts, and a planning
timeline. The Guide also includes tips on how to keep your forum
nonpartisan and on how to make your forum attractive to candidates, as
well as instructions on selecting a format and publicizing your forum.
A Nonprofit's Guide to Voter Registration
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This guide, meant to help your nonprofit incorporate voter
registration into its ongoing activities, takes readers step-by-step
through conducting a voter registration drive. Inside you will find
clear and comprehensive explanations on how to successfully plan and
carry out your voter registration drive, both in your office and in the
community, while navigating tricky issues such as nonpartisanship and
funding. You will also find a list of basic guidelines, Frequently Asked
Questions, and additional resources.
Nonprofits, Voting and Elections: A Guide to Nonpartisan Voter Engagement
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A 16-page primer for 501(c)(3) nonprofits on nonpartisan voter
participation and education activities. What kinds of voter engagement
can my organization do? What are easy ways nonprofits can encourage its
communities – staff, board, constituents and volunteers - to participate
and vote on a nonpartisan basis?
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