We’re launching The Candidate Classroom!

We’re hosting weekly zoom sessions for our women candidates and provide you the opportunity to hear directly from political professionals who will cover key campaign topics. These will take place on Wednesdays from 4pm to 5pm and here are the first three classes.

• Wednesday, 9/17: Communications & Messaging with Christina Reynolds
• Wednesday, 9/24: Fundraising with Emma Larson
• Wednesday, 10/1: Office Hours – Ask anything with Tiffany Reynolds-Richardson

Registration required for each class – sign up today.

Stay tuned! More classes to be announced!

Donald Trump’s War on the poor has had a major impact on our healthcare. Here’s a factsheet on Medicaid coverage in North Carolina and see how your community has been impacted.

Many polling companies share their polling online so we can keep a finger on the political pulse of the state. Here are some polling resources:

Meredith College Archives

Elon University Polls

Public Policy Polling

Change Research will host a webinar on Friday at 12pm EST to discuss how conspiracy thinking has entered the mainstream.  Reserve your spot today

Start Early and Build Momentum

• Launch fundraising as soon as you announce. Early dollars signal viability and attract bigger donors later.
• Set weekly or daily call time goals to stay consistent.

Leverage Your Network

• Begin with your “inner circle” (friends, family, colleagues, community connections).
• Don’t assume people won’t give—many donors give because they’re asked directly.

Tell Your Story Authentically

• Share why you’re running and how your lived experiences connect to voters’ concerns.
• Voters and donors often respond strongly to authenticity and relatability.

Make the Ask Direct

• Be confident and unapologetic when asking. (“Can I count on you for $250 today?”).
• Frame it as an investment in the campaign, not a favor to you personally.

Use Women’s Donor Networks

• Tap into organizations that specifically support women candidates.
• Build relationships with women philanthropists, business owners, and donor circles.

Diversify Fundraising Channels

• Call time: Still the #1 driver of campaign contributions.
• Digital: Email, texting, and social media small-dollar campaigns.
• Events: House parties, coffees, happy hours.
• Peer-to-peer: Encourage supporters to host fundraisers or make “asks” themselves.

Set Specific Goals and Deadlines

• Donors are more motivated by urgency and clear goals (“We need $5,000 by Friday to hit our budget”).
• Publicly track progress when possible (like thermometer graphics online).

Overcome Gendered Barriers

• Research shows women candidates sometimes feel more hesitant to ask – practice your pitch until it feels natural.
• Remember donors want to support candidates who can win, and showing fundraising strength is key to viability.

Follow Up Relentlessly

• Many people don’t give on the first ask. Have a structured follow-up system.
• Thank donors quickly and update them on how their support is making an impact.

Build a Long-Term Donor Community

• Treat donors like partners, not just check-writers.
• Keep them engaged with updates, gratitude, and invitations to events.

Women often juggle campaign demands with family, work, and community responsibilities. Here are a few tips to keep you organized while running for office.

• Create a Timeline of your calendar – include all key dates including early voting, finance report due dates, Call Time.
• Have a few volunteers who dedicate a few hours a week to you and give them each a dedicated task. For example, one friend is in charge of printing and mailing thank you notes, another friend is in charge of lining up volunteers for Early Voting.  You can even have a dedicated volunteer canvass with you, for example, your friend Susan knocks doors with you every Tuesday from 4pm to 7pm.
• Find high school/college students to run your social media – trust us on this one!
• Prepare in advance – Have “go bags” for events: campaign literature, buttons, talking points. Always carry an extra phone charger, water, and snacks!
• Ask for – and accept – help from family, friends, and community.

The State Board launched the Registration Repair Project to collect identification numbers for about 103,000 voters missing them on the state’s voter rolls. You can learn more at https://www.ncsbe.gov/registrationrepair