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thoughtful political leaders

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You know someone who would make you proud and confident as your representative in office. Your donation helps them run successfully and govern effectively.

In America, running to serve your community in elected office should not be a mysterious process and best practices for governing should not be inaccessible.  We can be represented by thoughtful leaders if we empower them with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. 

Your impact scales: Donating to Empowered To Run enables us to develop more online courses, guidance, and tools and get them out to more candidates.  We "build once, reuse many", which means your donation continues to have impact long after it is first invested. We also work closely with knowledge partners and candidate community partners, which means your donation helps an ecosystem of nonprofit organizations, not just one. 

Your employer might double your impact: Check with your employer to see if it will match your donation to Empowered To Run. (You can try researching here.) 

You can virtually eliminate processing fees by making a gift by bank transfer through the donation widget: This (preferred) fast, safe, secure method ensures we are able to put all of your donation to work. You may also make a check payable to "Empowered To Run" and mail it to: 1629 K ST NW, Suite 300, Washington, D.C. 20006.


Empowered to Run is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation (EIN: 82-2656986). Contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. We have partnered with Give Lively to securely process your online donation. This transaction will appear on your bank statement as "Empowered To Run". This transaction is subject to Give Lively's Terms and Privacy.