September 21-27, 2008 is National Homeless & Low Income Voter Registration Week!
Another important election year is approaching and we hope you will join us in ensuring everyone’s voice is heard. The National Coalition for the Homeless, the National Alliance to End Homelessness, the National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty, and the National Low Income Housing Coalition are honored to invite your organization to participate in National Homeless and Low Income Voter Registration Week on September 21-27, 2008 by hosting a voter registration drive or promoting voter education and participation.
Information on National Homeless and Low-Income Voter Registration Week
Since equal access to the right to vote is a crucial part of maintaining a true democracy, nonprofits and service agencies nationwide will dedicate the week towards registering homeless and low-income individuals to vote. For those unable to conduct voter registration drives, the week can also be used to educate community members on the upcoming general election.
As another organization dedicated to homeless empowerment and economic justice, we hope you will join us in this effort. With your support, we are confident we can reach more individuals not yet registered to vote.
Resources to assist in an voter education campaign.
Election 2008 Resources
A list of resources to help you get involved in nonpartisan electoral activities.
Permissible Election Activities Checklist
Published by the Alliance for Justice, this checklist provides information on the nonpartisan voter education activities in which 501(c)(3) non profit organizations can be engaged.
Felony Disenfranchisement Laws in the United States
The Sentencing Project has information on the status of felon and ex-felon disenfranchisement laws in your state.
A Voice and a Vote: Protecting the Constitutional Right to Vote for Homeless Persons
A voting rights fact sheet published by the National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty.
Vote for Homes Media Coverage
Vote for Home, a voter education coalition in Philadelphia including Project HOME, received media coverage on their activities in 2004.
National Coaltion for the Homeless Voter Rights/Registration Manual
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