How to Volunteer for the Republican Party
The Republican Party (also known as the Grand Old Party, or the GOP) has been a forerunner in the political world since its birth in the 1850s. Created by anti-slavery activists, the GOP has stood for rights including a woman's right to vote and free speech. Whether you volunteer for the Republican Party for a few hours or several months, there is an opportunity for everyone and every interest.
Other People Are Reading
Instructions
-
Volunteer for the Republican Party
-
1
Visit the Republican Party website and familiarize yourself with its platform (see Resources below). Click on the "Volunteer" link on the main page and proceed to fill in your contact information and areas you wish to volunteer for. Someone will be in contact with you to find out more about you.
-
2
Write letters to your editor expressing the view you share with the Republican Party. Use the example letters posted on the Republican Party website for a guideline.
-
-
3
Make telephone calls to local and national talk radio stations to discuss the Republican Party and raise awareness. Prepare an outline of the topic you wish to discuss before making the call. Be ready to answer some tough opposing questions from the show host or other listeners.
-
4
Purchase Republican Party t-shirts, baseball caps, sweatshirts and jackets. When someone approaches you about your clothing with the Republican Party logo, use the opportunity to share information on what the party stands for and who is currently running for an office. Use this conversation starter to recruit others who wish to volunteer for the Party.
-
5
Volunteer on Election Day to help run the voting booths. People are needed to check identification of voters and assist with questions about the voting process and equipment.
-
6
Place campaign banners on your front lawn reminding passersby who is on the ballot for the Republican Party.
-
7
Sign up to sit in the Republican Party booth or table at local fairs and parades. Volunteers are needed to hand out information, answer questions and encourage voters to register.
-
8
Add news feeds from the Republican Party website to your own website or blog. Visit the Republican Party website and under "GOP Stuff" is a link for RSS news feeds. By posting a simple HTML code on your website or blog, current news will automatically be displayed for your readers.
-
1
Tips & Warnings
Familiarize yourself with the background and values of the Republican Party before speaking to others about the subject. As a representative of the party, you want to be clear on what the party stands for.
