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# Run For Something

Run for Something recruits and supports talented, passionate young leaders to run for state and local office - we’re building long-term power.

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## Pages

- [Front Page](https://runforsomething.net/) - RUN HELP GIVE Recruiting and Supporting Young Progressives Press RFS On Medium Medium Feed (4-Column Responsive)
- [About](https://runforsomething.net/about/) - Team Executive Amanda Litman Co-Founder & President Hillary Clinton’s email director. (The other emails.) Charlie Crist’s digital director when he ran for governor in 2014. One of the first employees at Organizing for Action as deputy email director. Email writer for Barack Obama’s re-elect. Northwestern University graduate. Bookworm. Book writer. Trying hard (but not too
- [Discounts, Perks, & Partners](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/endorsed-candidates/discounts-partners/) - Discounts, Perks, & Partners Scroll down for info on our partners, vendor discounts, promo codes for tools like Red2Blue + so much more! Free Partner Tools and Resources Since 2017, RFS has endorsed hundreds of first-time candidates, attracting support from other progressive organizations. Recognized for endorsing top young progressives, we've built strong relationships with like-minded
- [RFS Press Page](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/) - Press RFS NEWS COMMUNITY NEWS ARCHIVES RFS NEWS July 2026 Run for Something Endorses Nearly 50 Young Candidates Across 24 States June 2026 Run for Something Candidates Secure Victories Across New York and Maryland Run for Something Action Fund Launches Groundbreaking Next-Gen Tool to Help Candidates Engage Voters Turning to AI Run for Something Endorses
- [Run for Something Endorses Nearly 50 Young Candidates Across 24 States](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/run-for-something-endorses-nearly-50-young-candidates-across-24-states/) - Run for Something announced its newest slate of 49 endorsements for the 2026 election cycle, backing local candidates in 24 states.
- [Candidate Endorsement Process](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-endorsement-process/) - RFS Endorsement Process If you are running for local or state legislative offices in 2026, the deadline for our next endorsement class is Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 11:00 pm CT. Run for Something is currently accepting endorsement applications from candidates who meet all of the following guidelines: Running in a 2026 or 2027 U.S.
- [Run for Something Candidates Secure Victories Across New York and Maryland](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-candidates-secure-victories-in-ny-and-md/) - Wins from Run for Something-backed candidates across New York and Maryland demonstrate that voters are hungry for a new generation of leaders.
- [Run for Something Action Fund Launches Groundbreaking Next-Gen Tool to Help Candidates Engage Voters Turning to AI](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfsaf-launches-campsight/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: June 12, 2026Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Action Fund Launches Groundbreaking Next-Gen Tool to Help Candidates Engage Voters Turning to AI CampSight provides personalized analysis and recommendations on how voters are interacting with AI chatbots and how campaigns can influence them NEW YORK — Today, Run for Something (RFS), the leading national organization that recruits and
- [Run for Something Action Fund Launches Groundbreaking Next-Gen Tool to Help Candidates Engage Voters Turning to AI](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/campsight-annoucement/) - Run for Something announced a new tool by Run for Something Action Fund that allows candidates to track and improve how AI chatbots discuss their campaigns.
- [Run for Something Endorses 32 Young Candidates Across 20 States](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/https-runforsomething-net-rfs-press-june2026-endorsements/) - This new slate represents a fresh wave of political talent with 23 first-time candidates seeking local office.
- [Give](https://runforsomething.net/give/) - Donate to elect new leaders. Run for Something elects diverse young progressives to local office to build sustainable power. Since launching in 2017, we have recruited nearly 250,000 young people who want to run for office. We don't wait for election years to start recruiting. That's why year-round grassroot donors are vital to our mission.Our
- [Jobs](https://runforsomething.net/about/jobs/) - CAREERS Sections Open Positions Our Mission Our Plan Our Values Our “Progressive & Diverse” Values Work Environment Benefits Compensation Our Team Interview Process Open Positions (1) - Product Engineer Our Mission Run for Something recruits and supports young, diverse progressives running for local office in the United States. Since launching in January 2017, we have
- [Run for Something Endorses 51 Young Leaders Across 27 States, Including 30 First-Time Candidates](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/may2026-endorsements/) - Run for Something endorsed 51 young, diverse, community-driven candidates across 27 states for races from school boards to state legislatures.
- [Run for Something Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Gut the Voting Rights Act](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/vra-statement/) - Run for Something President Amanda Litman released the following statement on the Supreme Court's decision eviscerating the Voting Rights Act.
- [Run for Something Endorses Over 75 Young Candidates Across 25 States](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/april-endorsements2026/) - Run for Something announced its endorsement of 76 young, diverse candidates across 25 states for races from school boards to state legislatures.
- [Run for Something Congratulates Emily Gregory on Major Win in Trump’s Backyard](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/emily-gregory-win/) - Run for Something-endorsed candidate Emily Gregory won a special election to represent Florida’s State House District 87, which includes Mar-a-Lago.
- [Run for Something Endorses Over 60 Young Candidates Across 29 States](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/march-2026-endorsements/) - Run for Something announces its latest endorsements, backing 62 young, diverse candidates for races from school boards to state legislatures.
- [MEMO: Texas Primaries Showcase Why Run for Something’s Long-Term Benchbuilding Works](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/memo-2026-texas-primaries/) - Tomorrow’s primaries in Texas promise new insights into how young, progressive local leaders are reshaping the Democratic Party.
- [Run for Something Welcomes Ilyse Hogue, Leah Israel, and Wendi Wallace to Its Board of Directors](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-welcomes-new-board-members/) - Run for Something announced new members to its board of directors: Ilyse Hogue, Leah Israel, and Wendi Wallace. Addisu Demissie has been named board chair.
- [Run for Something Endorses 70 Young Candidates Across 25 States and DC](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/feb2026-endorsements/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: February 17, 2026Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Endorses 70 Young Candidates Across 25 States and DC NEW YORK — Today, Run for Something (RFS), a national organization that recruits and supports the next generation of progressive leaders for state and local office, announced its newest slate of endorsements for the 2026 election cycle. This endorsement class includes
- [Future Candidates Cohort](https://runforsomething.net/future-candidates-cohort-2/) - Future Candidates Cohort Unable to access the form below? Click here Cohort Outcomes+ By the end of the program, you’ll have: Stronger grounding in your values and leadership “why”: Reflect on your lived experience, clarify what motivates you to lead, and articulate the values that will guide your future run. The beginnings of a public voice
- [Run](https://runforsomething.net/run/) - Run For Office Throw everything you know about politics out the window. You’re qualified to run for local office – we’re here to help. Thinking about running for local office? We want to talk to you. We don’t care about your resume: if you’re progressive and you care about improving your local community, we want
- [Terms of Service](https://runforsomething.net/terms-of-service/) - Terms of Service Effective date: May 23, 2018 Please note that your use of and access to our Services (defined below) are subject to the following terms; if you do not agree to all of the following, you may not use or access the Services in any manner. 1. Run for Something Terms of UseWelcome
- [Black Women Run](https://runforsomething.net/black-women-run/) - Black Women Run for Office, get the clarity, resources, and backing to launch your campaign. Join 1,600+ elected young diverse leaders backed by RFS.
- [Privacy Policy](https://runforsomething.net/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Run for Something Privacy Policy Effective Date: Feb 5, 2026 This Privacy Policy explains how information about you is collected, used and disclosed by Run for Something with respect to your use of the website located at www.runforsomething.net and the other websites, mobile sites, and online services that link to this Privacy Policy
- [Run for Something Statement on Taylor Rehmet’s Ground-Breaking Red-to-Blue Flip in Texas](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rehmet-win-statement/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Sunday, February 1, 2026Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Statement on Taylor Rehmet’s Ground-Breaking Red-to-Blue Flip in Texas NEW YORK — Yesterday, voters elected Run for Something-endorsed candidate Taylor Rehmet to represent District 9 in the Texas State Senate. Rehmet secured 57% of the vote, roughly 14 points more than his GOP opponent, in a district
- [Future Candidates Cohort](https://runforsomething.net/future-candidates-cohort/) - Future Candidates Cohort Cohort Outcomes+ By the end of the program, you’ll have: Stronger grounding in your values and leadership “why”: Reflect on your lived experience, clarify what motivates you to lead, and articulate the values that will guide your future run. The beginnings of a public voice and presence: Learn how to start building visibility
- [Partners](https://runforsomething.net/partners/) - Partners Let’s Build Power Together Partnerships are at the heart of Run for Something’s work. We collaborate with groups across the country to reach underrepresented communities, uplift emerging leaders, and strengthen the pipeline of young progressives ready to run for office.Want to work with us? Fill out the short form below so we can learn more
- [Run for Something’s Pipeline Surpasses 250,000 Potential Candidates on Anniversary of Trump’s Inauguration](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-pipeline-surpasses-250000/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: January 20, 2026Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something’s Pipeline Surpasses 250,000 Potential Candidates on Anniversary of Trump’s Inauguration NEW YORK — Today, Run for Something announced that its pipeline of potential candidates surpassed 250,000 people, further cementing its place as the largest candidate pipeline in the country on either side of the aisle. This milestone comes
- [Run For Something Endorses 56 Young Candidates Across 19 States, Supporting the Next Generation of Leaders](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/run-for-something-endorses-56-young-candidates-across-19-states-supporting-the-next-generation-of-leaders/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Thursday, December 18, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run For Something Endorses 56 Young Candidates Across 19 States, Supporting the Next Generation of Leaders NEW YORK — Today, Run for Something (RFS) announced its newest slate of endorsements for the 2026 election cycle, backing 56 young, diverse, and community-rooted candidates across 19 states running for offices ranging from state representative and city
- [How Aftyn Behn Shattered Expectations in a Deep Red District](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/how-aftyn-behn-shattered-expectations-in-a-deep-red-district/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Wednesday, December 3, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net How Aftyn Behn Shattered Expectations in a Deep Red District Behn secured 46% of the vote to her opponent’s 52%, making Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District competitive for the first time in decades. NEW YORK — In a district carried by Donald Trump in 2024 by 22% points, Run for Something (RFS) alum Aftyn
- [[MEMO]: Moms Are Powering a Sea Change in Leadership](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/memo-moms-are-powering-a-sea-change-in-leadership/) - TO: Interested Parties FROM: Run for Something and Vote Mama RE: Moms Are Powering a Sea Change in Leadership DATE: November 18, 2025 Moms, parents, and caregivers deeply understand the needs of their communities — and are uniquely positioned to lead. From the sky-high costs of childcare to the urgent need for affordable housing, they
- [Nearly 1,200 People Sign Up to Explore a Run for Office After Senate Democrats Fold](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/nearly-1200-people-sign-up-to-explore-a-run-for-office-after-senate-democrats-fold/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Monday, November 10, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Nearly 1,200 People Sign Up to Explore a Run for Office After Senate Democrats Fold When news broke on Sunday that a group of Senate Democrats planned to cave to Republicans and vote to pass a funding measure, hundreds of potential candidates reached out to Run for Something to
- [candidate-endorsement-process](https://runforsomething.net/candidate-endorsement-process/)
- [Run for Something Candidates Help Virginia Democrats Secure Majority in House of Delegates](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/run-for-something-candidates-help-virginia-democrats-secure-majority/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Tuesday, November 4, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Candidates Help Virginia Democrats Secure Majority in House of Delegates VIRGINIA — Virginia voters made history on Tuesday, electing a new generation of young, diverse, and community-rooted leaders to the House of Delegates and proving that investing in local candidates drives statewide victories. Local and state legislative
- [Local Leaders Are the Key to Saving Democracy: Run for Something Statement Ahead of Election](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-election-statement/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Monday, November 3, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Local Leaders Are the Key to Saving Democracy: Run for Something Statement Ahead of Election Day NEW YORK, NY — In 2025, Run for Something (RFS) worked from coast to coast to recruit, train, and support a bench of bold, diverse, and authentic young leaders for local and state legislative
- [Young, Community-Focused NJ Candidates Are Driving Voter Enthusiasm](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/young-nj-candidates-driving-voter-enthusiasm/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Friday, October 17, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Young, Community-Focused NJ Candidates Are Driving Voter Enthusiasm In New Jersey, voters are just weeks from heading to the polls in a competitive gubernatorial race—and down-ballot candidates are helping to power the voter excitement needed to secure victory. As Democrats look to maintain control of the governorship by electing
- [Run For Something Launches Battle Up Strategy ](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-launches-battle-up-strategy/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Monday, October 20, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run For Something Launches Battle Up Strategy A $50 million, five-year investment to recruit, train, and elect a new generation of young leaders in the states that will shape political power in the years ahead NEW YORK, NY — Today, Run for Something (RFS) announced its Battle Up strategy, a $50 million, five-year-long initiative
- [Run for Something Candidates in Virginia Are Generating Democratic Momentum Across the Ballot](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-candidates-in-virginia-are-generating-dem-momentum/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Wednesday, October 15, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Candidates in Virginia Are Generating Democratic Momentum Across the Ballot Virginia’s off-year elections are once again taking center stage this November, and Run for Something’s slate of young, diverse, community-rooted candidates are redefining how Democrats win and building momentum up and down the ballot. Virginia has always
- [Run for Something Mobilizes Renters To Run for Office](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/run-for-something-mobilizes-renters-to-run-for-office/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Friday, October 10, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Mobilizes Renters To Run for Office NEW YORK, NY— As the housing crisis prices entire generations out of homeownership and a lack of affordable housing continues to cause skyrocketing rents, Run for Something (RFS) is rallying renters to take matters into their own hands and run for local office
- [Run For Something Endorses 81 Young Candidates Across 23 States to Build the Next Generation of Leaders](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-endorses-81-young-candidates-across-23-states/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Tuesday, September 30, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run For Something Endorses 81 Young Candidates Across 23 States to Build the Next Generation of Leaders NEW YORK, NY—Today, Run for Something (RFS) announced its newest slate of endorsements: 81 young and diverse leaders running for offices ranging from town assessor to state senate across 23 states. This wide-ranging group represents the bold,
- [Run for Something Hosts Press Call With Red State Democrats Defending Democracy](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/red-state-democrats-presscall/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Tuesday, October 8, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Hosts Press Call With Red State Democrats Defending Democracy Young leaders from Texas and Missouri outline the fights to protect democracy and working families in red states NEW YORK, NY—Today, two young Democratic state legislators from red states—Texas State Rep. Erin Zwiener and Missouri State Rep. Ray Reed—joined Run
- [Run for Something Primary Day Preview: Candidates to Watch in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maryland](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-primaries-nh-ma-md/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Tuesday, September 16, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Primary Day Preview: Candidates to Watch in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maryland NEW YORK, NY—Today, voters in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maryland are heading to the polls for primaries, and Run for Something—the nation's leading organization in progressive candidate recruitment—is proud to support a slate of young,
- [Run for Something Alumni Are Running for Higher Office](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-alumni-running-for-higher-office/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Monday, September 15, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Alumni Are Running for Higher OfficeMore than 20 Democrats under the age of 40 are running for Congress — and nearly half of them are RFS alumni Now more than ever, Democratic voters are hungry for a new kind of leadership. They’re fed up with a
- [Run for Something Candidates Face Key Primaries in Ohio and Connecticut](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/ohio-connecticut-primaries/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Tuesday, September 9, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Candidates Face Key Primaries in Ohio and Connecticut NEW YORK, NY – As voters head to the polls today in Ohio and Connecticut, Run for Something is proud to spotlight our slate of endorsed candidates who are committed to progressive values and community-focused leadership. From financial positions to city
- [Run for Something Alumni Fight Back Against Missouri GOP’s Gerrymandering](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-alumni-mo-gerrymandering/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: September 8, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Alumni Fight Back Against Missouri GOP’s Gerrymandering MISSOURI – Over the weekend, Run for Something alumni took bold action as Missouri Republicans attempted to convene a special session to push through redrawn legislative maps at the behest of Donald Trump. The power grab would strip Democrats of a House seat
- [Run For Something Candidate Sign Ups Since November Surpass Trump’s Entire First Term](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/candidate-sign-ups-surpass-trumps-first-term/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: September 2, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run For Something Candidate Sign Ups Since November Surpass Trump’s Entire First Term Candidate sign-ups since the 2024 election outpace the entire total from Trump’s first term, signaling a surge in progressive momentum and infrastructure. NEW YORK, NY — Less than a year after the 2024 presidential election, Run for
- [Candidate Resources](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/) - Candidate Resources Running for office is tough — but RFS has got your back. Whether you’re thinking about running for office or your campaign is in the final weeks before Election Day, we have all the tools to help you . IF YOU'VE DECIDED TO RUN → IF YOU'RE THINKING ABOUT RUNNING → FOR ENDORSED
- [Run for Something Expands Endorsement Criteria to Include Independents](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-expands-endorsement-criteria/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: August 21, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net RUN FOR SOMETHING EXPANDS ENDORSEMENT CRITERIA TO INCLUDE INDEPENDENTS NEW YORK, NY — Today, Run for Something, the nation's leading organization in candidate recruitment and support of young progressives running for state and local offices, announced that it will be broadening its endorsement criteria for 2026 to allow values-aligned candidates running
- [Run For Something Endorses 54 Candidates, Building the Bench of Local Progressive Leaders](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/august-endorsements/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: August 19, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run For Something Endorses 54 Candidates, Building the Bench of Local Progressive Leaders NEW YORK, NY — Today, Run for Something (RFS) announced its latest slate of endorsed candidates–a bold, diverse group of 54 young leaders running for state and local office across 21 states. From redistricting battles in states like Texas to
- [Run for Something Candidates Secure Victory and Advance in Local Elections](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/august-elections/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: August 7, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Candidates Secure Victory and Advance in Local Elections NEW YORK, NY — This week, eight candidates endorsed by Run for Something won their bids for local offices or advanced to their respective general elections. WIN: Selina Barajas, Tucson City Council, Ward 5 (AZ) ADVANCING TO GENERAL ELECTION:
- [50 State School Board Strategy](https://runforsomething.net/50stateschoolboard/) - 50 State School Board Strategy Run for Something is recruiting and supporting candidates for school board in as many places and in as many races as possible. In September 2023, we launched the 50 State School Board Strategy, which over the next few years will become a nationwide strategy to go head-to-head with Moms for
- [Candidate Endorsement Process](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-endorsement-process-outreach/) - RFS Endorsement Process If you are running for local or state legislative office in 2024, the next deadline is August 1, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET to be considered as part of the August 2024 endorsement round. We will continue to endorse 2024 campaigns every 6-8 weeks throughout the calendar year. Run for Something is
- [COVID-19 Candidate Support](https://runforsomething.net/covid19-support/) - COVID-19 Candidate Support ​Coronavirus (COVID-19) ​is forc​ing​ ​campaigns​ to shift the way ​we do business. No more door-knocking, no more in-person events: for the foreseeable future​ most candidates will have to ​find new ways to reach voters where they are. Despite all odds, thousands of young, progressive candidates are continuing to organize. ​With the help of a large community of other progressive organizations, we’re ​keeping a ​running
- [Run for Something 2020 Awards](https://runforsomething.net/events/run-for-something-2020-awards/) - Thank you for joining us at this year's award ceremony! Catch the whole event here! SPECIAL APPEARANCES BY: RFS ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS Dotie Joseph Getting it Done Award Dotie Joseph is a Florida State Representative who has worked to pass bills supporting some of our most vulnerable communities, including survivors of domestic violence and transient
- [Candidate Map](https://runforsomething.net/candidate-map/) - Find an RFS Candidate Near You! Find a Run for Something endorsed candidate near you — just click on the map to open it up and zoom in wherever you’d like. Every marker is another all-star.
- [Run for Something Alumni Awards](https://runforsomething.net/run-for-something-alumni-awards/) - Run for Something Alumni Awards This year is Run for Something's 4th Annual Alumni Awards! We're honoring 4 state and local leaders fighting to make a difference in their communities and build towards a more progressive future. Take a look at our nominees and vote for your favorite alum. Voting closes on October 11! VOTE
- [Unapologetically Progressive](https://runforsomething.net/up2023/) - RUN FOR SOMETHING IS TAKING THE SHOW ON THE ROAD! SIGN UP FOR NY SIGN UP FOR TX SIGN UP FOR MI SIGN UP FOR WI JOIN US IN BROOKLYN! THE EVENT WILL KICK OFF WITH A CANDID CONVERSATION WITH NEW YORK ALUMNI FOLLOWED BY A NETWORKING RECEPTION - AND IT'S ALL FREE TO ATTEND!
- [2023 November Election Results](https://runforsomething.net/election-night-live-table/) - Run for Something endorsed 417 young, diverse and progressive candidates for 2023 races. 300 of those candidates were on the ballot for November 7’s general election. A full list of winners is below. The list will be updated as more races are called. Our work doesn’t stop with any one election cycle. We’re already looking
- [Phase 3: How To Run During A Pandemic](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/candidate-resources-phase-3-if-youre-already-running/covid19/) - How To Run During A Pandemic If you are running for office, check out some of the resources that will help you adapt to the changing climate and build a winning campaign. Digital Organizing: General Organizing in the Time of Physical DistancingCenter for Popular DemocracyCheck out this article to learn some tips and tools on
- [Candidate Resources - Trainings](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/trainings/) - Candidate Trainings Need direct support? Check out a few upcoming trainings that will help you decide if you want to run or support you while you're running! Candidate Trainings Candidate Introduction Call05/01/24 @ 8pm ETLearn about RFS and how we support candidates. Candidate Introduction Call05/28/24 @ 8pm ETLearn about RFS and how we support candidates.
- [Transitioning From Your Campaign](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/endorsed-candidates/endorsed-candidates-after-your-election/transitioningyourcampaign/) - Transitioning From Your Campaign Here are a few steps to take after your race is over! Post-Campaign Transition Guide If You Won Your RaceRun for SomethingA checklist of recommended steps that RFS candidates should consider in the days, weeks, and months following Election Day if you win your election. Post-Campaign Transition Guide If You Did
- [Connect With Fellow RFS Alum](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/endorsed-candidates/endorsed-candidates-after-your-election/connectwithalumni/) - Connecting With Fellow RFS Alumni Get to know other alumni in the RFS network! Run for Something Endorsed Candidate & Alumni Facebook GroupRun for SomethingUse this space to ask questions, share perspective, or brainstorm with like-minded RFS alumni and current endorsees about campaign, politics, or policy challenges. Run for Something Endorsed Candidate & Alumni SlackRun
- [Policy & Governance Resources](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/endorsed-candidates/endorsed-candidates-after-your-election/policyresources/) - Policy And Governance Resources Check out a few resources to help you legislate and build strong policies. America’s GoalsFuture NowFuture Now’s policy library of model legislation, a 50 State Report Card, and research materials to help turn a bill into a law. SiX ActionState Innovation ExchangeUse the password “Progressivepower” to access policy playbooks, briefs, graphics,
- [Running Again?](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/endorsed-candidates/endorsed-candidates-after-your-election/runningagain/) - Running Again? If you're interested in running again, we're here to help! Alumni Incumbent Re-endorsement ApplicationRun for SomethingIf you won election as an RFS-endorsed candidate, and are running for re-election for the first time, you can apply for re-endorsement by using this custom form. RFS Endorsement ApplicationRun for SomethingIf you are running for a second
- [Recruit & Support Other Candidates](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/endorsed-candidates/endorsed-candidates-after-your-election/recruitcandidates/) - Help Recruit/Support More Young, Progressive Candidates Help us recruit incredible candidates like you to run for state or local office! Sign up to be an Alumni AdvisorRun for SomethingVolunteer to connect 1:1 as a peer mentor with a newly endorsed, first-time candidate running in a similar race as your own. Recommend a Future CandidateRun for
- [RFS Onboarding Guide](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/endorsed-candidates/onboardingguide/) - Your Run for Something Onboarding Guide Congrats on your endorsement! We’re truly excited to be supporting you on the road ahead. This onboarding guide details crucial next steps that need to be completed ahead of our public announcement of your endorsement. It also provides a full overview of our endorsement announcement timeline, campaign resources, and
- [RFS Fifth Anniversary](https://runforsomething.net/5years/) - RFS FIVE YEAR PARTY! Check out the details of the event below! **** To download the full program and speakers list, click here.****
- [Press Archives Page](https://runforsomething.net/press-archives/) - PRESS ARCHIVES RFS NEWS COMMUNITY NEWS RFS NEWS December 2021 TIME | Want To Win The White House? Recruit A Candidate For School Board | 12/17/21 November 2021 Bloomberg | The Rise of the Local Climate Candidate | 11/23/21 MSNBC | The Mehdi Hasan Show Full Interview | 11/17/21 USA Today | How Critical Race
- [Phase 3: How To Manage Your Budget](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/candidate-resources-phase-3-if-youre-already-running/money/) - How To Manage Your Budget Now that you've figured out the basic financial set-up of your campaign, it's time to take it a step further. Look into a few resources that will help you find innovative and strategic ways to fundraise throughout your campaign. Making the AskNational Democratic Training Committee Nobody enjoys asking for money;
- [Phase 3: How To Reach Out To Voters](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/candidate-resources-phase-3-if-youre-already-running/voters/) - How To Reach Out To Voters Building a strong voter base can make or break your campaign. Learn how to reach out to voters, engage them on their issues, and ensure they come out on Election Day. General Targeting VotersNational Democratic Training Committee Take this course to learn how to target voters by voter history,
- [Phase 3: How To Manage Your Image](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/candidate-resources-phase-3-if-youre-already-running/communications/) - How To Manage Your Image Boost your public image through the use of paid advertisements, email campaigns, a smart press strategy, and creative storytelling. Connecting With An Audience Digital Campaigning: Your AudienceNational Democratic Training Committee Learn how to identify your campaign audience and create a digital content calendar. Using Personal Stories to ConnectNational Democratic Training
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- [Phase 3: How To Manage Your Team](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/candidate-resources-phase-3-if-youre-already-running/team/) - How To Manage Your Team As you're on the campaign trail, learn more about expanding your team to bring in more volunteers, staff, and consultants. How to Pick a Vendor or ConsultantRun for Something Learn when and how to bring, vendors, consultants, and outside support onto your team. Armchair Series: Campaign ManagementRun for Something Learn
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- [Phase 1: What If You Want More Experience Before Running?](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/phase1/experience/) - What If You Want More Experience Before Running? Here are a few opportunities that you can take advantage of to gain more state and local political experience before you start running for office. Arena AcademyArena The best place to learn about campaigns is to work on one! Arena Academy is a training program for aspiring
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- [Phase 1: What Offices Suit Your Interests?](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/phase1/offices/) - What Offices Suit Your Interests? State Senate. City Council. School Board. Dog Catcher. With 500,000 local elections across the US, the options are endless. Take a look at a few tools to help you finetune what issues matter to you and what office you should run for in your community. How to Decide Which of
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- [Phase 2: How To Prepare Your Campaign](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/candidate-resources-phase-2-if-youve-decided-to-run/campaignprep/) - How To Prepare Your Campaign Here are a few resources to help you build a solid foundation for your campaign plan. Running For Local Office? You Need This Number to WinNGP VanLearn how to project the number of votes you need to win and how to estimate the number of base voters whose votes you
- [Phase 2: How To Build Your Image](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/candidate-resources-phase-2-if-youve-decided-to-run/communications/) - How To Build Your Image You need to identify your campaign message: Who you are, why you’re running, and how to tell your story. Some advice on how to refine that... WHO ARE YOU? Writing Your Communications PlanNational Democratic Training Committee Take this course to learn how to use the communication tools to get your
- [Phase 2: How To Run During A Pandemic](https://runforsomething.net/run/candidate-resources/candidate-resources-phase-2-if-youve-decided-to-run/covid19/) - How To Run During A Pandemic If you are thinking about running for office, check out some of the resources that will help you adapt to the changing climate and build a winning campaign. Armchair Series: Fundraising In an Uncertain EnvironmentRun for Something Throughout the pandemic, candidates have had to figure out new methods to
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- [Run for Something: The Podcast](https://runforsomething.net/podcast/) - About our Podcast Every Tuesday, you’ll meet some of the RFS candidates (and newly elected public servants!): They’re parents, scientists, teachers, refugees, artists, veterans, and more, of all races and ethnicities -- the one thing they all share is their commitment to solving problems in their communities. If you’re new to the political process, don’t
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- [Run for Something and MoveOn Political Action Launch Joint Recruitment Effort to Build Young Progressive Bench](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-moveon-launch-joint-recruitment-effort/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: July 29, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net or press@moveon.org Run for Something and MoveOn Political Action Launch Joint Recruitment Effort to Build Young Progressive Bench Digital ad campaign targets Gen Z prospects, while new training supports young leaders NEW YORK, NY — Today, Run for Something and MoveOn Political Action announced a new partnership aimed at recruiting
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- [Run For Something Endorses 50 Local Progressives Amid Unprecedented Surge of Interest in Running for Office](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-endorses-50-local-progressives/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: July 8, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run For Something Endorses 50 Local Progressives Amid Unprecedented Surge of Interest in Running for Office NEW YORK, NY — Today, Run for Something (RFS) announced its endorsement of 50 trailblazing progressives from across 15 states who reflect the values, energy, and vision our communities need now more than ever. These candidates
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- [Nearly 10,000 Young Leaders Sign Up to Run for Something Following Mamdani’s Victory](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/10000-young-leaders-sign-up-to-run/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: July 8, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Nearly 10,000 Young Leaders Sign Up to Run for Something Following Mamdani’s Victory RFS will host a national call to unveil a new training and mentorship program supporting prospective candidates. NEW YORK, NY — In the two weeks since Zohran Mamdani's landmark upset in the Democratic primary for New York
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- [Run for Something Surpasses 50,000 Prospective Candidates Since Trump’s Election](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/rfs-surpasses-50000-prospective-candidates/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: June 23, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Surpasses 50,000 Prospective Candidates Since Trump’s Election Today, Run for Something (RFS) announced yet another major milestone: more than 50,000 people have signed up to run for office since Election Day, a surge that outpaces the organization’s first three years of recruitment combined. The spike brings RFS’s candidate pipeline to over
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- [[Memo] To Interested Parties: The Bench is Rising! ](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/memo-the-bench-is-rising/) - TO: Interested PartiesFROM: Amanda Litman, President and Founder of Run for Something DATE: May 13, 2025RE: The Bench is Rising! Across the country, a new generation of Democratic leaders is rising up and running for higher office–and many of them are Run for Something alumni. These candidates are young, bold, energetic, and understand the urgency of the political moment we
- [Run for Something Announces 51 New Endorsements for State and Local Offices](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/run-for-something-announces-51-new-endorsements-for-state-and-local-offices/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: May 15, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Announces 51 New Endorsements for State and Local Offices NEW YORK, NY— Today, Run for Something announced its May 2025 endorsement slate of 51 candidates across 16 states who represent the next generation of Democratic leadership. Run for Something (RFS) is a national organization that recruits and supports young,
- [Run for Something Partners with Bernie Sanders to Recruit Young Progressives to Run for Office](https://runforsomething.net/rfs-press/run-for-something-partners-with-bernie-sanders-to-recruit-young-progressives-to-run-for-office/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: May 8, 2025Contact: press@runforsomething.net Run for Something Partners with Bernie Sanders to Recruit Young Progressives to Run for Office NEW YORK, NY—In an unprecedented move to build long-term progressive infrastructure, Senator Bernie Sanders is partnering with Run for Something (RFS), the nation’s premiere candidate recruitment organization, to recruit and support young people ready to
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