Best mail pieces to increase voter turnout

Here are some effective mail pieces to increase voter turnout:

  1. Voter Guides: Send a concise, easy-to-understand guide that highlights the candidates, issues, and voting requirements for your area. Include a clear call-to-action to vote.
  2. Personalized Letters: Write personalized letters to voters, especially those who have historically been underrepresented or have shown interest in voting. Share your personal story and why voting matters.
  3. Voter Registration Reminders: Send reminders to registered voters who may have missed the registration deadline or need to update their information. Include a simple registration form or a link to register online.
  4. Get-Out-the-Vote (GOTV) Postcards: Send postcards to registered voters with a friendly reminder to vote and a brief message encouraging them to participate in the election.
  5. Voter Information Cards: Send cards with essential voting information, such as polling locations, voting hours, and required identification. This can be especially helpful for first-time voters or those who are unsure about the voting process.
  6. Endorsement Mailers: Send mailers endorsing specific candidates or ballot measures, highlighting their positions on key issues and why they deserve support.
  7. Voter Turnout Challenges: Create a friendly competition by sending mailers that challenge voters to beat their previous voting record or encourage them to vote with a friend or family member.
  8. Non-Partisan Voter Guides: Send guides that focus on the issues rather than party affiliations, providing voters with a balanced view of the candidates and their positions.
  9. Voter Registration Incentives: Offer incentives, such as discounts or freebies, to registered voters who participate in the election.
  10. Follow-Up Mailers: Send follow-up mailers to voters who have not yet cast their ballots, reminding them of the importance of voting and providing any necessary information to complete their ballot.
  11. Voter Education Mailers: Send mailers that educate voters about the voting process, including information on absentee voting, early voting, and voting by mail.
  12. Get-Out-the-Vote (GOTV) Flyers: Send flyers with a clear call-to-action to vote, highlighting the importance of voting and the candidates or issues on the ballot.
  13. Voter Registration Forms: Send pre-paid, pre-addressed registration forms to voters who are not yet registered, making it easy for them to register and vote.
  14. Voter Turnout Reports: Send reports highlighting the importance of voting and the impact of voter turnout on local and national elections.
  15. Voter Information Booklets: Send comprehensive booklets with detailed information on the candidates, issues, and voting process, providing voters with a valuable resource to inform their decisions.

Remember to always follow local election laws and regulations when sending mail pieces to voters.