Many people interested in serving their community through elected office feel like campaigning is a daunting task, but it is essential if you want to get elected. Sometimes all you need to get started are some fresh ideas. Here are some campaigning ideas to help Kickstart Your Campaign!
1. Attend Community Events
Start by simply attending community events. Doing this requires little to no preparatory work and is a great way to engage with potential voters. Attending and participating in community events also shows that you care about the community you want to serve, which can leave a lasting impression on voters.
2. Ask Your Friends to Host Events
Creating an opportunity for voters to meet you is a great way for people to hear your message from the source, and if someone who knows you holds an event to introduce you to their network, then it works even better! Ask those who know you the best to invite their friends over for an informal reception or happy hour, where they tell their network why they think people should vote for you.
3. Hold Fundraisers
In order to have a successful campaign, you will need to raise money. Fundraisers will help you do this while also increasing awareness for your campaign. This gives voters an opportunity to attend a fun event and also meet with you and hear from you. Fundraisers can range from anything like a family-friendly ice cream social to a high-end cocktail party.
4. Personalize your Campaign
Custom campaign materials are vital for any campaign. These will boost your name ID and knowledge of your campaign platform. Placing yard and road signs in strategic locations around town ensure that people know you are running for office. You can also have other materials, such as T-shirts, campaign buttons, and bumper stickers, to give your voters a way to show their support.
5. Use Social Media
This is a powerful tool for engaging with voters and the easiest way to spread your message to as many people as possible. Use social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter to share your message, promote your campaign events, show community involvement, and connect with voters.
6. Utilize Volunteers
In all that you do, make sure to utilize your friends and supporters. You can have volunteers block walk in local neighborhoods to speak to voters and pass along your campaign literature, have them make phone calls to encourage people to vote, or ask them to hold your campaign signs at local voting stations. They should also attend your events to show their support!
Although it seems intimidating at first, if you can implement these simple steps into your campaign, you are on track for success. Remember to stay true to your message and keep your focus on your campaign goals. If you are in need of help, send us a message!