The Democratic National Committee has announced it will be sending $2.5 million to over 30 of its state and territorial parties in the final weeks of the 2024 election cycle. This marks the first time in a presidential cycle that the DNC has offered grants to all 57 state and territorial chapters. The grants represent a commitment to states across the country, including traditionally red states, with a focus on boosting Democratic infrastructure.
In Idaho, where Democrats face an uphill battle with just 18 out of 105 seats in the Legislature, the national party will provide over $70,000 to fund two field workers targeting Hispanic voters and tribal members. State party chair Lauren Necochea emphasized the importance of this investment in a Republican-dominated state and its potential impact on campaign operations.
States across the country will have the freedom to allocate the funds as they see fit. Examples of planned spending include outreach to voters of color, paid canvassing campaigns, get-out-the-vote efforts, and targeting specific communities such as young, Black, and Latino voters. The funding aims to support various state party initiatives, including helping to win races, increase voter turnout, and maintain Democratic majorities in legislative chambers.
The grants signify a significant investment by the DNC in state parties and candidates, highlighting the party’s commitment to building a strong presence at all levels of government. The funding will play a crucial role in supporting Democratic candidates in key battleground states and ensuring a broad and inclusive approach to grassroots organizing nationwide.
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