An official overview of the legal and regulatory environment for non-governmental organizations in the U.S., explaining tax status and the role of an independent civil society.

A nonpartisan legal organization that uses litigation and policy advocacy to protect the right to vote and reduce the influence of money in politics.

A free, grassroots-driven database that tracks the connections between influential figures, corporations, and politicians. It serves as a transparent "Big Brother" for the powerful.

Voter registration drives, candidate forums, and nonpartisan ballot guides for every state. One of the oldest civic organizations in the country.

A nonpartisan initiative dedicated to recruiting a new generation of poll workers to ensure elections run smoothly and polling places stay open for all voters.

A nonpartisan tool for tracking legislation and members of the U.S. Congress. Provides real-time updates on bill progress, committee activities, and individual voting records.

A nonpartisan, collaborative news site and tool that helps citizens file FOIA requests, track responses, and browse a massive archive of declassified government documents.

A nonpartisan initiative on a mission to change the culture around voting. It focuses on increasing participation in every election by closing the race and age voting gaps through community organizing.

A nonpartisan resource designed to help students and job seekers navigate the federal hiring process and find opportunities to serve in the U.S. government.

A nonpartisan organization that monitors the technology used in elections. They advocate for voter-verified paper trails and robust audits to ensure that voting machines are secure and accurate.

A nonpartisan organization that uses data and analysis to help urban communities become more sustainable, equitable, and resilient through tools like the Housing and Transportation Index.

A nonpartisan organization dedicated to bringing transparency and accountability to corporate political spending, primarily through the CPA-Zicklin Index.

The LWV's online voter guide: candidate questionnaires, polling place lookup, and state-specific election information in one place.

An educational program that teaches science and engineering students about the federal policy-making process, the budget, and how to effectively advocate for research.

A nonpartisan organization advocating for openness in the federal courts. They lead the push for cameras in the Supreme Court, term limits for justices, and stricter financial and ethics disclosures.

A nonpartisan watchdog that maintains LittleSis, a database used to map the networks of influence between influential individuals, corporations, and government officials.

A nonpartisan organization that uses the power of music and popular culture to register voters. They have a massive presence at concerts and music festivals to engage young and first-time voters.

Neutral, fact-based coverage of ballots, candidates, and elected officials at every level — from city council to Congress.

A nonpartisan grassroots movement that advocates for the American Anti-Corruption Act—a platform to stop political bribery, end secret money, and fix broken elections at every level.

A nonpartisan resource center that promotes corporate and government accountability by tracking economic development subsidies and corporate tax breaks across the U.S.

A comprehensive database of over 500 organizations categorized by focus area, including democratic reform, social justice, and government accountability.

Nonpartisan law and policy institute focused on voting rights, elections, and campaign finance reform.

A nonpartisan nonprofit that uses technology and data to make government transparent and accountable, focusing on open data policy and criminal justice reform.

Nonpartisan grassroots organization promoting open, honest, and accountable government since 1970.

A nonpartisan research organization that provides candidate ratings from hundreds of interest groups, voting records, and their signature "Political Courage Test."

Tracks money in U.S. politics — who is funding which candidates, lobbying disclosures, and donor searches. Independent and nonpartisan.

A nonpartisan research organization that provides data and insights to help solve social and economic problems, focusing on everything from housing and healthcare to tax policy.

The National Conference of State Legislatures provides nonpartisan research on state laws, elections, and policy across all 50 states.

A nonpartisan coalition that protects the public's right to open government by providing resources to navigate state-specific Freedom of Information (FOI) laws and records.

The Project On Government Oversight is an independent watchdog that investigates and exposes corruption and misconduct in the federal government to ensure a more effective democracy.

Defends individual rights and liberties — including voting rights, free speech, and due process — through litigation and advocacy.

The U.S. government's official starting point for voter registration. Pick your state and follow the steps. Available in multiple languages.

Register to vote, request a mail-in ballot, and get reminders about upcoming elections by text or email so you never miss a deadline.

Calls are one of the most effective ways to influence your representatives. 5 Calls gives you the right phone number and a ready-made script for current issues.

Text a message and Resistbot delivers it to your elected officials by fax, email, or postal mail. No app to install — it works right from your phone.

Search civic, community, and cause-based volunteer opportunities near you, filtered by the issues you care about most.