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New York, NY—Today, Run for Something Civics (RFS) launched The Next 100 Days: National Run for Office Campaign, a bold new push to recruit young people, renters, and anyone tired of being ignored to lead where it matters most—in their community. Launched just after the first 100 days of this administration, the bold new campaign comes at a time when access to health care, LGBTQIA+ rights, immigrant protections, and economic stability are under increasing pressure. Meanwhile, young people across the country have raised their hands at an unprecedented rate to learn about public service, including running for office.
“This is our moment to lead,” said Amanda Litman, founder and President of Run for Something Civics. “Local offices—like school boards, city councils, and county commissions—shape our everyday lives. They’re often overlooked, but they’re the frontlines of democracy. The Next 100 Days is about empowering new leaders to step up, take action, and build the future we deserve—starting right in their own communities.”
For The Next 100 Days (and beyond!) RFS Civics will provide potential civic leaders with the guidance, training, and resources necessary to engage in public service, including running for office. They will focus on helping young people understand the responsibilities and impact of local offices, learn the steps to launch a campaign, and help them envision themselves as civic leaders.
Read more about the campaign here.
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The Run for Something network includes Run for Something Civics, Run for Something Action Fund, and Run for Something PAC. Run for Something Civics is a fiscally-sponsored 501(c)(3) that promotes youth leadership and encourages young people from diverse backgrounds to run for elected office at all levels in order to create a more reflective democracy. For more information, visit runforsomethingcivics.net. |