The CaPA Connector is an interactive platform that profiles hundreds of community-rooted organizations that are engaging voters and advocating for climate, social, racial and/or economic justice. For donors who seek to deploy funds strategically in targeted geographies, with high-impact yet low-profile community organizations, the CaPA Connector dynamic database offers a powerful tool of discovery. This database is constantly updated and can be filtered by geography, constituencies, engagement actions, and other criteria.
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While this database contains more than 500 entities, it is not a complete list of the thousands of organizations doing impactful work. Organizations are invited to fill out this Card Creation Form to be added to the CaPA Connector.
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CaPA evaluates where programs are fielded within a State by using congressional district boundaries. An org delivering engagement actions within the boundaries of a congressional district does not necessarily mean that group is engaging in a congressional district race.
2024 nonpartisan GOTV programs target low propensity voters, college students, BIPOC voters, currently/previously incarcerated voters, and voters who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Karen, or Arabic. We engage voters at their doors, with calls, texts, and at community events. We provide resources in several languages and tailor activities to our audiences.
Civic Nebraska creates a more modern and robust democracy for all Nebraskans. Our programs span Voting Rights work, Civic Health initiatives, and Youth Civic Leadership programming.
Priority Issues: Our primary focus is to engage with voters in face-to face conversations to discuss any questions they have about their voting process and to motivate them to cast their ballot in the upcoming election., , Polling has indicated that voters are more motivated by ballot initiatives and issues rather than candidates (BISC 2022 Post-Election Research & Analysis: https://1drv.ms/b/s!AmtCR8ilEnXXgc0pJds2K349IJYalA?e=wi2h3F). We remind voters to review their down ballot races/issues and the impact of local elections and citizen-led ballot issues., , Grassroots power building and activating voters to participate in our democracy in a variety of entry points.
Democrats have work to do. Many voters still do not know they have been redistricted, especially in the rural areas. While the rural part of the district is only 14% of the voters, this population of mostly low income voters of color needs connection and outreach.
COVA Coalition is a predominantly women's progressive organization in Coastal Virginia. We work together to amplify women's voices, advocate for change and protect our freedoms. Our focus areas are reproductive freedom, sensible gun reform and support for public education. We are affiliated with Network NOVA. Our priority for 2024 is flipping Virginia Congressional District 2!
Budget Size: Micro: Previous year budget < $20,000
Elevate Omaha will partner with young people in Omaha to encourage and educate young voter engagement and participation, given that youth voter turnout has been declining and 2024 represents an important election year. Elevate’s principle strategy will be relational organizing to encourage participation in voter education events and elections.
Elevate Omaha’s (EO) mission is to create a platform to elevate youth voice and equip young people to become leaders who advocate for themselves and their peers, provide insight about youth-driven solutions, and fund possibility to pave the way to a better future. We envision a world in which young people and others impacted by systemic societal issues lead the work to change those systems.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
In addition to 50+ voter registration events, LWVGO will host town halls and rallies to engage and empower voters, answer questions, and discuss Nebraska’s new VOTER ID law and ballot issues. The League will produce a primary and general (bilingual) voters’ guide to distribute to low-propensity voters and make available online.
“Empowering Voters - Defending Democracy” Is the mission of the League of Women Voters Greater Omaha (LWVGO). LWVGO envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, the accessibility and the confidence to participate.
Budget Size: Micro: Previous year budget < $20,000
Lead Contact: Cynde GlismannBoard of Directors - Past Presidentcynde@lwvgo.org
Priority Issues: LWVGO organizers work to ensure voters are empowered: they can navigate Nebraska’s newly implemented voter ID rules, are able to make informed candidate choices, and have easy access to their voting method of choice (by mail or at polls). , Community organizing aims to ensure all people, no matter their race, gender identity, economic condition, age, education, physical appearance or condition, or any other characteristic, are empowered to make decisions that affect their own lives.,
MLCV is scaling current canvassing efforts to train youth organizers through their intensive “Our Water Activist” program and by coordinating with Student Organizations on targeted campuses, empowering youth leaders with the skills, resources and training they need to organize and mobilize their peers to vote for pro-climate/democracy champions.
Michigan LCV works to protect the air, land, and water in communities all across Michigan by activating voters to elect and hold accountable public officials who fight for an environment that sustains the health and well-being of us all.
Budget Size: Medium: Previous year budget $1M - $3M
We work collaboratively with members to conduct year-round civic engagement efforts. In 2024 we are supporting a collaborative VR/GOTV initiative of five Member orgs knocking doors to mobilize voters in low turnout neighborhoods in North and South Omaha (CD2), increasing voter participation through increased voter registration and education.
The Nebraska Civic Engagement Table builds transformative community power across Nebraska in partnership with its member organizations.
Budget Size: Medium: Previous year budget $1M - $3M
We will have a multi-layered voter contact program that includes face-to-face canvassing, phone calls, text messages, and mail pieces tailored to the issues they care about. In addition to these contacts, we will coordinate a robust digital program that will reach people through social media and websites with high traffic among our targeted voters.
New Virginia Majority (NVM) builds power on our path for racial and social justice through year-round community organizing and voter mobilization in communities of color--communities that drive social justice reforms in Virginia. We work to create a powerful multi-issue, multi-racial movement to transform Virginia through large scale civic engagement, issue advocacy, and strategic communications and community organizing.
Our mission is to dismantle and raise awareness of the effects of redlining through education, policy making, community engagement and restorative justice.
VISION – We envision a community with access to safe housing, resources and a thriving economic infrastructure that restores generational wealth.
Budget Size: Micro: Previous year budget < $20,000
Progress Virginia plans to launch our GOTV/election protection digital ads with various display and video ads and mailing outreach. Like years past, our outreach will provide crucial information on how to vote early in Virginia, either by mail, early in-person, or on Election Day. Ads also offered information for voters who need assistance while at the polls.
At Progress Virginia, we drive powerful, values-based narratives to uplift and amplify grassroots voices through innovative digital communications and earned media strategies. We build progressive power alongside marginalized communities to tear down systems of white supremacy, advocate for equitable policies, and ensure leaders reflect the communities they serve.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
Priority Issues: Progress Virginia is a multi-issue organization working on everything from environmental justice, voting rights, abortion access, criminal justice reform, economic justice, LGBTQ+ rights, immigrant rights, and many others. We work in coalition with our partners to build a Virginia-specific narrative that resonates with voters across issues and inspires them to get involved in the issues they care about most. ,
Progress Virginia plans to launch our GOTV/election protection digital ads with various display and video ads and mailing outreach. Like years past, our outreach will provide crucial information on how to vote early in Virginia, either by mail, early in-person, or on Election Day. Ads also offered information for voters who need assistance while at the polls.
At Progress Virginia, we drive powerful, values-based narratives to uplift and amplify grassroots voices through innovative digital communications and earned media strategies. We build progressive power alongside marginalized communities to tear down systems of white supremacy, advocate for equitable policies, and ensure leaders reflect the communities they serve.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
Priority Issues: Progress Virginia is a multi-issue organization working on everything from environmental justice, voting rights, abortion access, criminal justice reform, economic justice, LGBTQ+ rights, immigrant rights, and many others. We work in coalition with our partners to build a Virginia-specific narrative that resonates with voters across issues and inspires them to get involved in the issues they care about most. ,
RRHI's 2024 program focuses on voter education and engagement among individuals in recovery from addiction. Through storytelling campaigns, community workshops, and collaboration with treatment centers, we aim to empower and mobilize this underserved population to participate in the democratic process and advocate for policies supporting recovery.
To empower individuals in recovery from addiction, fostering holistic healing and reintegration into society. Through compassionate support, comprehensive services, and community partnerships, we strive to instill hope, promote resilience, and create pathways to lasting transformation and restoration.
Budget Size: Micro: Previous year budget < $20,000
Priority Issues: Recovery and Restoration House, Inc. focuses on these issues when engaging voters:, 1. Voting Rights: Advocate for policies that protect and expand access to voting, such as automatic voter registration, early voting options, and restoration of voting rights for formerly incarcerated individuals., 2. Economic Justice: Address income inequality, living wage initiatives, affordable housing, healthcare access, and support for small businesses to ensure economic stability and opportunity for all., 3. Racial Equity: Fight against systemic racism and discrimination in areas such as criminal justice reform, education, employment, and housing, and advocate for policies that promote racial equity and justice., 4. Healthcare Access: Work to ensure affordable and accessible healthcare for all, including advocating for universal healthcare coverage, expanding Medicaid, and addressing healthcare disparities in underserved communities., 5. Education Reform: Support initiatives to improve public education, increase funding for schools, address disparities in education quality, and provide access to affordable higher education and vocational training programs., By organizing around these critical issues, Recovery and Restoration House, Inc. our voter engagement efforts can mobilize communities, educate voters about the importance of their participation, and empower them to advocate for change through the democratic process.
Prioritizing communities of color that have a low voter registration/turnout count but high opportunity to shift political power in local elections. Will host engaging actions and bring voter registration to community events. In addition, team will be rolling out a digital VR Campaign to increase online voter registration engagement and Civics for Lunch Campaign focused on graduating seniors.
SOWEGA Rising mobilizes people and resources to improve the quality of life, well being and political power of marginalized Southwest Georgians.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
Get-Out-The-Vote efforts in Dakota County, Nebraska will engage thousands of underrepresented voters including low-income, new citizens, unmarried women, Latinx, immigrants, and people of color through door knocks, phone banking, marketing, hotspot canvassing, and candidate forums.
Unity in Action’s (UIA) mission is to empower Latinos by promoting workers' rights, civic engagement and justice through education, training, and advocacy.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
Priority Issues: UIA employs a relational organizing method to empower Latinos in the Siouxland region by promoting workers' rights, civic engagement and justice through education, training, and advocacy. UIA's work centers on helping legal residents first navigate the complexities of the citizenship process and then serves to activate them as knowledgeable participants in American civic life. UIA believes engaged voters build a stronger, healthier, and more welcoming community. Through education and support, UIA helps new citizens register to vote, participate in candidate forums, access bilingual services, build healthy lives, and provide leadership development opportunities which ultimately ensures they are integrated, welcomed, and celebrated as part of the community. , , , , As a trust-based community partner, UIA leverages its reputation, active volunteer base, and connection with the community to organize voters. In partnership with the Nebraska Civic Engagement Table, UIA’s community organizer works to identify, support, and engage underrepresented voters including low-income, new citizens, unmarried women, Latinx, immigrants, and people of color. These efforts aim to activate civic engagement around policies that affect their lives. Most recently, UIA has worked to engage voters around the ballot issue of paid sick leave. With a large meatpacking and agricultural worker base, this ballot issue is critical to many lives across Unity in Action’s outreach area. , , , , In non-election years, efforts include community canvassing on issues vital to the community. By listening to concerns, raising awareness, and facilitating dialogue, UIA drives meaningful change and advocacy. As a trusted community support resource for the Hispanic community, Unity in Action focuses on local elections, education on voting history and ballot initiatives, citizenship rights, and outreach to develop a continuous culture of active participation and inclusivity.
We are continuing to capitalize on turning out the youth vote, especially on College Campuses throughout our battleground districts. VA-2, VA-5, and VA-7 are home to the majority of VA's campuses and we want to make sure that we are registering those students to vote and to vote at their address at their colleges. We will be focusing on canvassing, phone banking, relational organizing, and targeting all of these battelground areas with digitals with the specific goal of reaching voters ages 18-35.
To further the ideals and principles of the Democratic Party, improve our society through peaceful reform and effective government, grow the voice of young people in our political processes, and serve those in need in our community.
Budget Size: Micro: Previous year budget < $20,000
Virginia Working Families Party is building and sustaining the movement, leadership, and infrastructure to achieve governing power by, for, and of the multiracial working class majority. With every investment, we seek not only to advance our candidates and policies in the near term, but to take another step forward as we build governing power for the long term. Our work is more than a series of elections and policy battles; it’s cumulative, aimed at winning structural reforms that can only be won with durable power.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
Our primary focus for our 2024 program will center around the three key Congressional races poised for contention this November. Our primary target audience will be Black and Brown voters, alongside other BIPOC communities and younger voters.
Virginia Working Families Party is building and sustaining the movement, leadership, and infrastructure to achieve governing power by, for, and of the multiracial working class majority. With every investment, we seek not only to advance our candidates and policies in the near term, but to take another step forward as we build governing power for the long term. Our work is more than a series of elections and policy battles; it’s cumulative, aimed at winning structural reforms that can only be won with durable power.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
