Voter Engagement
2026 Nonpartisan Nonprofit Voter Engagement Guide
Voter engagement works, especially when it happens through organizations people already know. Research from NonprofitVOTE found that voters engaged by nonprofits turned out at rates 10 percentage points higher than comparable voters. That’s why we’ve teamed up with to create a nonpartisan Voter Engagement Guide with practical resources to help nonprofits get your communities #VoteReady for the 2026
elections.
Whether you’re helping someone register to vote, sharing reliable election information, or encouraging your community to make a voting plan, the guide has resources you can put to use right away.
View the Voter Engagement GuideElected Officials
Advocacy and Lobbying Resources for Nonprofits
Bolder Advocacy/Alliance for Justice
A resource on state and federal laws that impact nonprofit advocacy. A variety of publications are available on the rules and laws governing nonprofit advocacy. Check out their guide for nonprofit lobbying in Washington, Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Washington.
Public Disclosure Commission
If your organization conducts lobbying in Washington State, you may need to register with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC). Learn how to get started and comply with their requirements. Download Bolder Advocacy’s guide to Washington’s PDC requirements or review NAWA’s Step It Up: Lobbying Learning Guide.
Washington State Legislature’s Legislative Information Center
Learn about Washington’s legislative process, current bill information, members of the legislature, and other key information.
Stand for Your Mission
A campaign aimed at expanding the role of advocacy for nonprofit leaders, particularly board members.
Nonprofit Vote
Nonpartisan resources to help nonprofits integrate voter engagement into ongoing activities and services.