Campaign Resources for First-Time Candidates
Groups that are here to help you run for office
It truly takes a village to run for office. Luckily, you don’t have to do it alone! There are many PACs, organizations, and other groups dedicated to supporting campaigns.
These groups can support your campaign in a number of different ways. For example, they may connect you with volunteers and donors, provide endorsements, train your team, or donate to your campaign.
Here are some examples of organizations dedicated to supporting different demographics of candidates. If none of these seem like the right fit, don’t worry! There are plenty of other options out there.
If you are a first-time candidate wondering how to get started, we are here to help.
With Campaign Academy, our free training resource, our expert contributors will guide you through each step of the campaign. Our goal is to make running for office accessible for first-time candidates.
Female Candidates:
LGBTQIA+ Candidates:
POC Candidates:
- The Collective PAC — Supports and trains Black candidates
- Higher Heights — Supports Black female candidates
- Latino Victory — Supports Latino candidates
- The Blue Institute — Supports young people of color
- APAICs — Supports AAPI, native-Hawaiian, and Pacific Island candidates
GenZ and Millennial Candidates:
- Running Start — Supports young women with political ambitions
- Run for Something — Supports candidates under the age of 35
First Generation Candidates:
- New American Leaders — Supports first- and second-generation candidates
If you’re still wondering if you should run for office, remember that you don’t have to do it alone!
There are many organizations out there who are looking to support progressive, new candidates! Did we miss any? If so, leave a comment so we can make this list as thorough and helpful as possible!
