Four orgs you can support now to make an impact before Election Day
By Steve Phillips
The majority of people in this country oppose Trump and his hateful white nationalist politics, but the key to victory will be making sure that that population majority becomes a voting majority, especially in battleground states.
Whether you’re frantically refreshing your favorite publication's homepage for updates or avoiding the news altogether, there are still ways you can stay involved and make an impact in these final days. We recommend supporting groups on the ground who are doing the work to drive voter turnout through Election Day in swing states.
Here are some ways you can focus your time, money, and energy in the homestretch.
Donate to:
Carolina Federation
The Carolina Federation is a statewide organization driving voter turnout in North Carolina. North Carolina is in play this year with both Republicans and Democrats spending a lot of time in the state. (President Obama will be rallying in Charlotte, NC on Friday, a state he won by just under 14,000 votes in 2008.) Maximizing voter turnout in the state and flipping it blue is within reach. Donate here.
Progress Georgia
Progress Georgia is run by Stacey Abrams's former chief of staff, Ashley Robinson. It serves as a digital and communications hub for the progressive movement in Georgia and is responsible for sending pro-Harris, pro-Democrat mailers to voters. We know the crucial role Georgia played in the 2020 election and this year will be no different. Donate here.
Living United for Change in Arizona (LUCHA)
Forged in the crucible of the anti-immigrant attacks of 2010 in Arizona, LUCHA has grown to become a powerhouse in mobilizing Latino voters. In 2020, Biden’s victory in Arizona not only helped Democrats win, but also prevented Trump’s plan to call the election early. This year, LUCHA is continuing their on–the-ground effort to drive voter turnout for races up and down the ballot, including in Ruben Gallego’s key Senate race to replace Kyrsten Sinema. Donate here.
If you’re looking for ways to volunteer your time, there are many ways you can do that including canvassing. But if you’d like to direct your energy efficiently, we recommend signing up to phonebank with organizations directly contacting voters in key states.
Reproductive Freedom for All
Reproductive Freedom for All, formerly known as NARAL Pro-Choice America, has been helping lead the fight for abortion rights, access to birth control, parental leave policies, and pregnancy protections. They have the infrastructure to engage and direct widespread volunteer energy and interest, and throughout this election, volunteers have been sending texts and making calls to voters in the states where this election hinges. Find a place to volunteer here.
We’re almost there, folks. There’s still plenty of time to get involved and stay involved, because winning this election is going to take all of us. If we get the vote out, we will win. So let's do everything we can in these last days.