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Empower Your Community: Get Ready for the November 7th Elections [Black Voters Matter logo]( Hi Friend, Empower Your Community: Get Ready for the November 7th Elections In 2023, the significance of local and state-level elections cannot be overstated. Our power is immense, and our vote is a tool of change. These elections directly impact critical issues in our communities, from education to safety to healthcare and more. Voting for candidates who prioritize our issues sends a powerful message. This November 7th, numerous states and cities across the nation will hold elections, offering us the opportunity to build power. Let's stand together and elect leaders who will work for our community's well-being, who will understand our struggles, and who will advocate for our needs. This is our opportunity to make a lasting impact! If you live in a state that has an upcoming election, head to our voter toolbox to check your registration status and make sure you have all the resources you need ahead of Election Day. [EXPLORE OUR VOTER TOOLBOX]( Regardless of if your state has an upcoming election or not, you can help us mobilize voters across the country from the comfort of your home by signing up for our texting program! Join us on Tuesdays to text voters in multiple states for the upcoming November 7th election, ensuring residents have a voting plan. [SIGN UP]( For assistance, contact I'Jae Alvarado at [ijae@blackvotersmatterfund.org](ijae@blackvotersmatterfund.org?link_id=7&can_id=c2520651a706826a41760316f6dcdfe1&source=email-are-you-ready-for-election-day-9&email_referrer=email_2099006&email_subject=its-almost-election-day-firstname-default-friend)   On The Road in Virginia Last week, we concluded our three-day Hampton Roads, Virginia bus tour. On this tour we  engaged in community outreach, including door-to-door canvassing and participation in local events alongside our partners Best Kept Secret – Stop the Violence, The Center for Common Ground, and Do Gooders. We were also able to participate in Homecoming weekend events for Norfolk State and Hampton University. This tour was pivotal as all 140 legislative seats are up for grabs in Virginia, making voting in this election critical for local communities hoping to move the needle on issues like education, reproductive justice, gun reform, criminal justice reform and more.  Thank you to everyone who joined us on the road in Virginia and we urge all Virginians to get out and vote this election day! Click below to find your polling location ahead of election day. [FIND YOUR POLLING PLACE](   Michigan and Alabama Partner Spotlight This week, we're highlighting the impactful work we’ve been doing alongside our partners in Michigan and Alabama: - In Flint, Michigan, we came together to party with a purpose! Recently, we hosted a local event focused on voter outreach, education, and registration drives, all wrapped up in a joyful celebration to show our deep appreciation for the dedicated GOTV canvassers, phone and text bank volunteers. This event was a salute to the incredible organizations that have stood with us and will continue to join our mission in building power within our communities in Michigan. - In rural Eutaw, Alabama, we partnered with the Marengo Foster Parent Association, and the Mt. Zion Baptist Church for an event focused on increasing access to healthcare for African Americans in Alabama. At the event we were able to offer essential health screenings, COVID-19 vaccines, and testing. This work is crucial given the higher infection rates and mortality faced by African Americans and other minorities, highlighting the need to address healthcare inequalities across the state.   Launching This Year’s Power Progress Campaign We are excited to launch this year's Power Progress campaign in partnership with the Democratizing Philanthropy Project. Join us in raising $40,000 in support of our on the ground programming and grantmaking across the country. As an added bonus, your gift will be matched by the Democratizing Philanthropy Project up to $10,000! Donate today and help us reach our goal! 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