Are you ready to vote? Have you made a plan to make sure your voice is heard?

This voter guide helps you take simple steps to plan your vote: check that you are registered, request a mail-in ballot, vote early, use ballot drop boxes, and share your vote.

In times of crisis, it is important that all voters have the tools they need to successfully participate in elections. To make it easy for you, here are some of the best voter resources from our partners.

Get Started

Learn More

Local Resources

GET INSPIRED

WHY DO IT

Voting can:

  • Make your voice heard

  • Elect responsible leaders

  • Support sensible policies

  • Hold politicians accountable

  • Build a just and sustainable world

  • Protect your democracy

GET STARTED

Here are some actions you can take:

  • Verify your voter registration

  • Request a mail-in ballot *

  • Request your ballot early *

  • Vote early

    • Mail your ballot early OR

    • Use a ballot drop box OR

    • Deliver your ballot in person

  • Vote on Election Day (as a last resort)

* Not needed in states like California that automatically mail ballots to registered voters

Additional actions:

  • Learn about voter rules in your area

  • Share information in your community

  • Sign up to volunteer

  • Help people vote (see our separate guide)

IMPACT

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LEARN MORE

Our recommended voter guides and resources for upcoming elections:

Voter Guides

Vote.org

Vote411

Vote at Home

Ballotpedia

USA.gov

When We All Vote

Political Action Groups

I Will Vote

Rock the Vote

We Vote

LOCAL RESOURCES

Here are some local resources to help you plan your vote.

Bay Area

Bay Area Resources

Here are some trusted sources for Bay Area endorsements:

These trusted sources are fact-based, independent, knowledgeable — and generally share our commitment to build a more just and sustainable world. Green Change does not make political endorsements, but links to resources that can help our community make informed decisions. 

County Governments

Nonpartisan Resources

California

BallotTrax – California

California Secretary of State

My Voter Status – California

Voter Registration – California

Voter’s Edge of California

CREDITS

This page was created by members of the Green Change Network and our partners. Thanks to all our contributors!

Editors: Fabrice Florin, Bridget Mazzini, Devin Ruy, Sarah Turner

Researchers: Lily Cohen, Al Grumet, Marilyn Price

Photo: Ready Set Vote – Do Something

Video: Vote411 – League of Women Voters

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