Run for Office

If you’ve ever considered stepping into a leadership role, or even just wondered what offices impact your community, this tool is where you start your research. 

Knowing what seats are open and right for you is one of the most important questions to answer before making the decision to run. But figuring that out hasn’t always been straightforward. Making that information easily accessible opens doors for first-time candidates, and that’s where this resource comes in.

With our Run for Office tool, you can explore the landscape of upcoming elections in your area, see which have open seats, and learn the basic responsibilities of each position. Whether you’re interested in running for school board, city council, state legislature, or beyond, there are more opportunities to lead than you might expect. Here, you can parse through them in one place to find your match.

This isn’t a commitment to run, it’s a guide to help you get there. It’s designed to meet you where you are, so whether you’re ready to file for candidacy or are just testing the waters, there’s no pressure. Use this tool however it best serves you.

You’ll start by using your location to generate a personalized list of offices near you. Don’t be surprised if you don’t recognize every office on the list, that’s okay! Getting to know leadership in your community at every level is part of your research and ultimately your decision making process. You can take it from there to see which seats interest or excite you the most, with all the information you need to narrow down your options.

Running for office takes a lot of thought, consideration, and research, so remember that this is step one. Don’t be overwhelmed by what you don’t already know. You’ll learn a lot as you go, and it’s not a prerequisite for being a great leader or caring for your community. Dive right in, and we’ll be here for whatever you decide to do next! 

Let’s Go!