Run for Something Endorsement Application

  • Run for Something Endorsement Application

  • For your reference, we have assigned general time guidelines to each section. We expect this application will take you a maximum of one hour to complete. As a candidate, we know your time is valuable, so please complete this application within a reasonable time frame (to the best of your ability).

    Unless otherwise noted, the information contained in this application could be shared publicly or with partners. All required responses will have appropriate notation.

    NOTE: While ChatGPT and other AI tools can be helpful when generating and refining ideas; it's crucial that you do not rely solely on AI-generated content for your responses. We encourage you to provide specific details about your campaign to demonstrate that you have thoughtfully considered each aspect of voter engagement. Your unique insights are essential and required for a fair and comprehensive evaluation of this endorsement application.



    If you have any questions or concerns as you’re filling out our application, please feel free to reach out to us by email at endorsements@runforsomething.net.

  • Alumni Incumbent - Endorsement Application

     

    This form is ONLY for use by a Run for Something alum who won election as an RFS-endorsed candidate, and is now running for re-election to the same seat for the first or second time up to age 45.


    If this does not describe you, please use our main candidate endorsement application. If you have any questions about your eligibility, please email endorsements@runforsomething.net

  • Values Statements

  • Democracy and Voting Rights
    I believe that all of us—no matter who we are or where we live—deserve to live in a democracy that recognizes and upholds our rights, including the right to vote. I believe in defending our democracy and fighting to ensure that we all have the freedom to pick our leaders.
     
    Racial Justice
    I believe in racial justice for all and that the injustice of systemic racism needs to be addressed through, but not limited to, (1) comprehensive criminal justice reform, (2) fundamentally re-imagining police departments and their roles in systemically marginalized communities, particularly Black, Indigenous, Latine, as well as other diaspora communities, that have been historically targeted (3) investment in the aforementioned communities.

    Income Inequality and Support for Organized Labor
    I believe in taking strong action to reduce income inequality so that everyone in this country has a fair and equitable opportunity to succeed with safe working conditions and protections.

    Immigration Reform
    I believe that no human is illegal, and will fight to ensure that all immigrants (documented and undocumented) are treated fairly and equitably.

    LGBTQIA+ Rights
    I believe in full equality for the LGBTQIA+ community, including non-discrimination policies for employment, housing, public accommodation, and health care access.

    Gender Equality
    I support full gender equality, including equitable health care access, reproductive freedom (including abortion access),, and equal pay regardless of gender assigned at birth.

    Climate Protections
    I agree that climate change is human-made, threatening our planet, and needs to be addressed through government action.

    Ending Gun Violence
    I believe that everyone has a right to be safe and to live free from gun violence. I agree that the epidemic of gun violence in the United States is a public health epidemic that can be addressed through government action.

     

  • RFS Values Statements:*
    • Personal Contact & Campaign Information (3 min) 

    • Enter your name above as it will appear on the ballot.

    • Format: (000) 000-0000.
    • Text Messages:*
    • Your Birthdate:*
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    • Run for Something does not endorse candidates over 40.

    • Run for Something does not endorse incumbent candidates over 45.

    • What date did you file?
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    • Can you double check that? Filing before 2023 for a race in 2024 is unusual

    • Office Type:*
    • Do you have a primary?*
    • When is the PRIMARY election?*
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    • When is the GENERAL election?*
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    • Can you double check that date? We are currently accepting applications for candidates with elections in 2026 and 2027.

    • When is the RUNOFF election?
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    • Campaign Contact (2 min) 
    • Format: (000) 000-0000.

    • Run for Something strongly recommends having some online presence, such as a website or active mainstream social media account, during the course of your campaign.

    • Campaign Overview & Vetting (3 min) 
    • What is your current elected status?*

    • Please note, RFS does not endorse incumbents, unless they are prior endorsees running for re-election for the first or second time.

    • Unless you are running for re-election for the first time, Run for Something does not endorse candidates after 3 elections regardless of outcome.

    • Are you running as a Democrat?
    • Type of Election*
    • Which party will you be listed under on the ballot (or, in the case of a Non-Partisan race with no party affiliation on the ballot, which do you identify with)?*

    • Please note, RFS does not endorse candidates outside of the Democratic Party.

    • Are you running for an office with multiple representatives? (For example, an at-large city council position in which three people will be elected on the ballot for the same position.)*
    • Regarding the individual currently in this office, which political party do they identify as on the ballot?
    • How would you best describe your district? Please choose all that apply:*
    • Field Details (15 min)  

    • The following questions are about your win number (or, how many votes will you need to win in the primary and/or general election) and about your campaign plan? Please be specific. It may be helpful to explain how you calculated this number based on past voter turnout. If you need help, click here to take the NDTC's free "CALCULATING YOUR VOTE GOAL" training session.

       

    • Do you have access to the voter file through one of these tools?*
    • Finance Details (10 min) 
    • Have you opened a campaign bank account and started raising money?*
    • Communication Details (5 min) 
    • Your “Why” and Your Community (20 min) 

    • Visit the RFS candidate directory for examples of other biographies: https://runforsomething.net/candidates/

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    • Select UP TO THREE of the biggest issues in your community that you want to address as an elected official.*
    • Demographic and Endorsement Information (2 min) 
    • What is your gender identity? Please select one primary identity for our metrics. You can select remaining identities that apply in the next question:*
    • Please list any additional gender identities you would like us to include in your application.
    • What are your gender pronouns?*
    • Do you identify as LGBTQIA+?*
    • What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Select all that apply)*
    • Do you identify as non-white?*
    • Do you have a chronic illness or disability?*
    • What is the highest level of education you have completed?*
    • Are you a military veteran (someone who has served in the military or reserves)?*
    • Do you rent your primary residence?*
    • Are you a parent, guardian, or caretaker?*
    • Do you identify as having come from a low-income background (either previously or currently)?*

    • Disclaimer: It is part of RFS’s mission to ensure diversity in all aspects of our work. While your answer to this question will not impact your application, we know that low-income backgrounds can decrease access to fundraising pools and we want to be sensitive and supportive of candidates who might need more support in these areas.

    • Do you identify as having come from an immigrant background?*
    • Which of the following best describes your current employment status?*
    • Which of the following best describes your current occupation (select all that apply)?*
    • Are you currently a member of a labor union?*
    • Which of the following best describes your religious affiliation?*

    • Disclaimer: This question is included to ensure candidates of particular religious affiliations don’t miss out on endorsement, press, or funding opportunities.


    • Did you attend a Run for Something event prior to applying? (e.g., Candidate Intro Call, See Yourself Running webinar, other virtual events)*
    • Were you recruited by Run for Something staff to run?*
    • How did you hear about Run for Something?*
    • RFS Alumni (5 questions) 
    • How many times have you previously been endorsed by RFS?*
    • Submit! 
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