Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering to help the city, state or nation become a better place to live may be easier and less time-consuming than you think. There are volunteer opportunities all around us and not just for political campaigns. The Troy Democratic Club recognizes and supports all efforts to make a difference.
Review the ideas below and decide which works best for you!
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Make Your Case Face-to-Face
Canvass for a Candidate
Walk door-to-door, meeting neighbors and providing campaign literature. You'll get a list of Dem-leaning voters and a lot of training. A great way to get your steps in.
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< Volunteer on any candidate's campaign page >
Gather Petition Signatures
Nearly every candidate or cause that wants to be on the ballot must first gather petitions. You'll receive extensive training on what is allowed in the process. And the satisfaction of knowing that you helped bring progressive ideas to fruition.
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< Volunteer on candidates' campaign pages or at www.mobilize.US >
Run for Precinct Delegate
Represent your city precinct in an elected capacity. Help neighbors understand issues, work on candidate's campaigns, vote on the Democratic Party platform. Troy and Clawson have many unopposed seats open.
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​More To Come
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Join a City Board
No matter what your passion – parks, sustainable design, city planning, historical buildings – nearly every department in the city government has a group of citizen volunteers on an advisory committee. Make your voice heard.
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More To Come
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Prove the Pen is Mightier
Write Letters to the Editor
Editorial boards get their direction from their readers. Local letters get more attention. Make a list and start writing to support progressive ideas. ​
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< Look for "Local Newspapers" with your favorite search engine >
Gather Petition Signatures
Nearly every candidate or cause that wants to be on the ballot must first gather petitions. You'll receive extensive training on what is allowed in the process. And the satisfaction of knowing that you helped bring progressive ideas to fruition.
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< Volunteer on candidates' campaign pages or at www.mobilize.US >
Personalize Candidate Postcards
Direct mail is a proven way to sway voters. And nothing is more effective than personalized postcards. Work at your own pace to make a difference in your own space.
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< Volunteer with any candidate or cause >
More To Come
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Join a Candidate's Campaign
Every candidate needs office help, speechwriters and task masters. If your skills lean more to the written arts, a candidate can use you.
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< Contact any candidate or cause >
More To Come
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Voice Your Support... Or Opposition
Volunteer for a Phone Bank
Talking to voters on the phone is very rewarding. You may be reminding them to vote, making a case for a candidate or cause, or simply answering questions.
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< Volunteer with candidates or causes >
More to come
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Address the City Council
City leaders don't always know what citizens think unless they speak up. Nearly every city council meeting has time set aside for public comments. Make your voice heard!
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More to come
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More to come
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More to come
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