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Welcome to the Florida Democratic Party’s Candidate Toolkit


**Running for office takes a lot of courage. We want every candidate to know we see you, we’re rooting for you, and we’ve got your back.

We are committed to investing in our party’s future leaders, securing Florida Democrats’ power over the long-term, and empowering our candidates to win. To do that, we are providing these resources to help you with launching your campaign, earning your place on the ballot, and mobilizing Democratic voters. In the coming months, we will be expanding our toolkit to include everything you need to campaign with confidence.**

Important Links


<aside> 🖇️ Quick access to the links you need the most!

🔗 Sign Up for Florida Democrats Updates

🔗 Florida Division of Elections

🔗 Federal Election Commission

🔗 2024 Petition Handbook

🔗 Run for Office Page

🔗 Supervisors of Elections

🔗 Register to Vote

🔗 NDTC: Building a Campaign Plan

🔗 VoteBuilder/NGP VAN Access

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Getting Started


<aside> 🤔 Whether you’re still thinking of running for office or getting ready to launch your campaign, here are some resources to get the ball rolling.

Thinking About Running?

Before You File

Candidate Trainings

Announcing Your Candidacy

Trainings & Events

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Qualifying for the Ballot


<aside> ☑️ Announcing your candidacy is just the start - check out these resources on how to get your name on the ballot.

Qualifying for the Ballot

Qualify by Petition

Form 6

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Communications


<aside> 🎤 Every candidate needs to tell their story in a concise and compelling way, learn how through the resources below.

Communications

Press

Messaging

Messaging Toolkits

Print

Public Speaking

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Digital

<aside> 💻 In an increasingly online world, digital can help boost every one of your campaign goals, from volunteers mobilization, fundraising, and GOTV.

Digital

Social Media

Website

Email

Texting

Video

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Finance


<aside> 💲 It’s a simple truth: campaigns cost money! The resources below will give you the tools to raise critical dollars and manage your budget.

Finance

Fundraising

Financial Compliance

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Field


<aside> 📋 Field is your plan to contact voters through the most effective methods possible. It’s the bread and butter of any strong campaign. You can learn how to build your winning field plan here.

Field

Votebuilder

Door Knocking

Phone Banking

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Additional Resources