Who knew a 140-character message would lead to this? In September of last year, United Way for Southeastern Michigan (UWSEM) reached out to grassroots solutions via Twitter for help with a campaign to recruit and… Read More »
Want to Win in 2012? Return Your 2010 Census Form.
It’s a process many of us don’t fully understand. Redistricting – the re-drawing of district lines. Learn how the 2010 elections, the Census, and redistricting will affect the outcomes of elections for the next 10 years. read more Read More »
2010: More at Stake Than Just Mid-Term Elections
This is going to be a big year for ballot initiatives and referenda. It’s worth paying attention to what’s going on in your state, because there’s a lot at stake. Do the research, get involved, and vote! Read More »
Guest Post on Englin Consulting Blog, “3 Things: Lessons Learned from Recent Issue Campaigns”
Our friends at Englin Consulting asked senior consultant Lindsay Hanson to contribute a guest post to their “3 Things” blog. Lindsay’s post provides concrete ideas, insights, and best practices gleaned from some of our recent winning issue… Read More »
Why Grassroots Engagement?
Do you ever ask, “What’s so great about grassroots engagement anyway? How does it apply to my organization or business?” Read our take on grassroots engagement. Why Grassroots Engagement.pdf
Campaign Camps for 2010
Gearing up for the 2010 election cycle? Consider our award-winning Campaign Camps – we teach participants the fundamentals of political campaigns, how to effectively run for office, and provide them with the tools to be… Read More »
2010 Winter/Spring Semester Interns
This hearty batch of interns joined us during the February freeze and are set for a May release – just in time for the spring thaw. Nothing like making phone calls, filing paperwork, and entering data to keep you warm. Meet our interns! Read More »
Inaugural MN Idea Open Challenge
We’re busy spreading the word about a new community problem-solving project called the MN Idea Open. See how a combination of traditional media, social media, & grassroots organizing are being used to engage Minnesotans. Watch Video Read More »
AAPC 2010 Pollie Awards and Conference
grassroots solutions principal and resident cowgirl Ann Wiesner headed to Arizona last week for the AAPC 2010 Pollie Awards & Conference. In between horseback riding adventures and pithy tweets, Ann talked about how to win… Read More »