1000 Women Strong (PAC)
Organization Description
1000 Women Strong PAC is the political arm of our movement, dedicated to electing leaders who champion the priorities and lived experiences of Black Women and our communities. We identify, vet, and support candidates committed to advancing equity, justice, and opportunity across every level of government. Through strategic endorsements, digital engagement, and grassroots mobilization, we ensure Black Women’s leadership and priorities are represented in decision-making spaces. Our PAC builds political power that turns advocacy into action, transforming Black Women’s voices, votes, and leadership into lasting change for future generations.
2026 Programs
In 2026, 1000 Women Strong PAC will build on our momentum by expanding our political engagement and releasing the full first round of 2026 endorsements. We have already endorsed Roy Cooper (NC Senate) and Jon Ossoff (GA Senate) early, reflecting our commitment to leaders who align with our priorities and values. Our programming will focus on candidate vetting, digital and grassroots mobilization, and voter education across our eight core states. Through strategic partnerships and organizing power, we will continue elevating Black Women’s leadership and ensuring our voices drive lasting impact in critical statewide and national elections.
2025 Programs
Our 2025 programming includes candidate vetting, digital amplification, and grassroots voter education to strengthen Black Women’s political power nationwide.
Round One Endorsed Candidates: Abigail Spanberger – Virginia Governor, Mikie Sherrill – New Jersey Governor, Mary Sheffield – Detroit Mayor.
Round Two Endorsed Candidates: Roy Cooper – North Carolina Senate, Jon Ossoff – Georgia Senate, Anita Earls – North Carolina Supreme Court, Christine Donohue – Pennsylvania Supreme Court, David Wecht – Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Kevin Dougherty – Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Randall Woodfin – Birmingham Mayor, Tony Haygood – Tuskegee Mayor.
Budget Size: Small: Previous year budget $20,000 - $1M
States Engaged: AL, GA, MI, NC, PA, SC, TX, VA
Geographic Coverage by Congressional District:
AL-02, GA-02, GA-08, SC-01, SC-06, NC-01, NC-04, NC-06, NC-09, NC-13, VA-01, VA-05, VA-07, PA-12, PA-14, PA-15, PA-16, PA-17, MI-07, TX-07, TX-08, TX-09, TX-10, TX-14, TX-22, TX-25, TX-30, TX-33 Geographic Density Focus: Rural / Suburban / Small city (<100k)
Core Constituencies: Black, Women, Youth and Students (aged 17-35)
Leadership Diversity: BIPOC-led, Youth-led (aged 15-35), Women-led
Staff and Volunteer Balance: Staff powered - Little to no volunteers involved in executing programs
Top Priority Issues: Voter participation, Racial justice, Gender equality
Lead Contact:
Matthew Reed, Development Director, he/him, Matthew@1kwomenstrong.com

