Category: Fundraising

Articles on political fundraising strategy and tips. Raise more money for your campaign.



The Toughest Job for Any Political Candidate

The hardest thing about running for office is asking for money. Unless you are independently wealthy or have generous benefactor, you will need outside financial sources to get your political campaign off the ground. The cost of election campaigns is... Read More

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Overcoming Online Fundraising Naysayers

Even years after digital campaigning has become mainstream, we still hear about some pushback that local candidates get for wanting to fundraise online. The argument is often made by a team member believing that the costs to fundraise online are too... Read More

How To Win A Local Election (When You’re Broke)

It doesn’t matter if you have a better grasp of the issues. It doesn’t matter if you have better qualifications than your opponents or you are a more eloquent speaker. The fact is, if you raise and spend less money than your opponent, you... Read More

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Raising Seed Money For Your Political Campaign

One of the largest obstacles that political campaigns face is raising initial funds for the race. It’s hard to start a campaign without money, but it’s also hard to raise money without spending some. Mailers cost money. Holding in-person... Read More

How Candidates Fundraise for Political Campaigns

Political candidates face many challenges. One of the first and largest obstacles to any race is raising enough money to become a viable candidate. This article offers vital guidance for successful political campaign fundraising, including strategies... Read More

Opening a Bank Account For Your Political Campaign

Raising money and managing expenses is an critical part of the election process. Opening a campaign bank account is a first step in establishing a viable political campaign. A bank checking account serves several purposes. It allows you to accept... Read More