PROTECT DEMOCRACY
Volunteer for the 2026 Midterm Elections
Free and fair elections depend on everyday Americans stepping up. Whether you can serve all day or help for a few hours, there are meaningful ways to support voters and election workers in your community.
Why Election Volunteers Matter
Elections rely on thousands of volunteers who ensure voting runs smoothly, safely, and fairly. From helping voters check in to supporting election workers and monitoring polling locations, these roles strengthen public trust in the democratic process.
Volunteering is one of the most direct ways to support free, fair, safe, and accessible elections.
Ways to Get Involved
Poll Workers
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Poll workers check in voters, assist with ballots, and help ensure the voting process runs smoothly.
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Usually a full day on Election Day (plus brief training)
Poll Chaplains
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Poll chaplains help de-escalate tensions, support voters experiencing difficulties, and reinforce a respectful atmosphere at polling locations.
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Flexible shifts on Election Day
Poll Monitors
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Poll monitors report irregularities and help ensure that voters can cast their ballots without interference.
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Election Day shifts + training
Election Legal Defense Network
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Attorneys volunteer through coordinated election protection efforts to respond to legal issues and ensure election officials and voters are protected.
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Varies
Amplifying Impact through Ignition Grants
In 2026, A More Perfect Union is excited to award up to $XXX,XXX in Ignition Grants to 501(c)(3) partner organizations in the Jewish Partnership for Democracy working to ensure free, fair, safe, and accessible elections.
Partners can apply for up to $1,000 to fund single-organization projects, or for up to $2,000 per partner working on collaborative projects (up to a total of $6,000 for projects involving 3 or more partners). Funds can be used to support operational and program costs related to the proposal.
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