WE PROVIDE CANDIDATES WITH SPECIALIZED RESOURCES AND SERVICES TO HELP THEM WIN
CAMPAIGN STRATEGY
IndianaWAM provides hands-on support as you develop your campaign strategy. We help you remember deadlines and prepare you for different phases of your campaign. We also introduce you to our network of mentors and seasoned candidates. Download a checklist for your campaign.
FUNDRAISING
We guide candidates to craft the right fundraising plan and give you practice guidance on how to leverage your personal network, when to make fundraising calls, and how to fit these into your other activities. Download a spreadsheet where you can manage your plan (please make a copy for yourself).
POLICY/MESSAGING
Candidates will be part of our media and social media monitoring system using tools such as Sprout Social so you can understand the messaging landscape and frame the conversation on your own terms instead of your opponent's. Download a guide to effective messaging.
TRAINING
We provide ongoing access to training with our experts and partner organizations.
A Partial List:
Precinct Chair Training - TBA
Thinking of Running for Office?- TBA
Real Talk: Unlock Your Political Power- TBA
Real Talk: Pop the Disinformation Bubble- TBA
Organizing for Change: Conversations that Break Through- TBA
Organizing for Change: Making the Hard Ask- TBA
Organizing for Change: Handling Difficult Conversations- TBA
Real Talk: Say This Not That...The Importance of Effective Messaging- TBA
Filing Documents and Deadlines
Filing dates for State Legislative Candidates: January 10, 2024 - February 9, 2024 (Noon EST)
2024 Election Calendar
Establish a Campaign Committee (CFA-1)
(This form must be filed electronically. A signed copy must also be emailed or faxed. Call 800-622-4941 for assistance).
Candidate Filing Form (CAN-2)
State Convention Delegate (CAN-37)
Consider filing as an elected delegate to the Indiana State Democratic Convention on July 13th in Indianapolis. This allows you to vote to nominate the Democratic candidate for the offices of Attorney General and Lieutenant Governor.