Read the full press release to learn more about this awesome class:

76 Next-Generation Leaders Redefining What Leadership Looks Like TL;DR: Today, Run for Something is proud to endorse 76 candidates running for local and state office across 25 states. This class includes…

76 candidates. All in. From school boards to state legislatures, this slate is ready to lower costs, fight for their communities, and actually deliver.

Learn more about these change-makers here:

The Affordability Crisis in Midsize Cities Is Not Inevitable A mayoral candidate in Providence argues that unique challenges—and unique responses—must be explored.

Rent in Providence is up 40%, and its leaders are calling it “reasonable.”

RFS candidate David Morales isn’t buying it. He makes it clear: This crisis is political and fixable.

He’s running because working people deserve more than spin.

https://bit.ly/4bVVttP

Adele McClure has been doing the work in her community, and now she’s running to take it to Congress in VA-07.

From local impact to national leadership — this is what building a bench actually looks like.

The RFS endorsement deadline is Sunday at 11:00pm CT.
Your procrastination has been training for this moment.
Hit submit before your “I’ll do it later” turns into “wait… it closed.”

Apply here: bit.ly/Apply2RFS

We are deeply saddened by the death of Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen, a RFS alumna who exemplified the ethos of our work. Nancy was a young leader who always showed up for her neighbors, and our thoughts are with her loved ones and community at this difficult time.

Transgender people deserve more than visibility. They deserve power.

This #TransDayOfVisibility, we’re saying it louder: Your voice belongs on the ballot.

Emily Gregory flipped the script in Florida. 🔥

Against the odds (and a Trump-backed opponent), she pulled off a huge special election win. And yes, we’re proud to call her an RFS alum.

This is what happens when you lead with bold new energy.

https://nyti.ms/4sFfTwT

From protesting to the ballot. 🔥

Leila Staton and Katrina Manetta turned organizing into action; now they’re running for office with RFS support.

This is how change begins: showing up, AND doing the work.
https://bit.ly/4c3ZYkW

All impact. No hype.

Aparna Raj, Conrad Blackburn, Henry Mantel, David Morales, and Claire Valdez are proving local leaders can actually fight for renters.

Your city needs that energy.

https://bit.ly/4dIH1q6

She really did that!

Huge congrats to Emily Gregory on flipping a seat right in Trump’s backyard. Against a Trump-endorsed opponent, no less.

This is what happens when bold, local leaders join the campaign trail and voters show up.

Atlanta council resolution targets ICE detention centers The measure would bar Atlanta property or tax incentives from supporting ICE detention facilities.

ATL councilmember and RFS alum Kelsea Bond isn’t playing.

They just introduced a resolution to block ICE from using city property or getting tax incentives;drawing a hard line on detention centers.

https://bit.ly/4d8Q1os

Florida, RFS candidate Emily Gregory is on the ballot today!

This special election is a chance to flip a seat home to Mar-a-Lago (yes, Trump’s Mar-a-Lago).

Trump backed her opponent. Emily’s got the people.

Get to the polls before they close.

22 and already elected?! Say less.

Congrats to John Bellaire on winning a seat on the Winchester School Committee (At-Large) in MA, proof Gen Z isn’t waiting for their turn, they’re taking it.

Your school board could be next. 👀

Brady is 23 and running for MT State House on affordable housing, universal childcare, and a tax system that works for working families. He wants a brighter future in Montana — and he’s running to build it.

We’re supporting more leaders just like him →bit.ly/Run4what

Florida, heads up. Emily Gregory’s special election for State House District 87 is on March 24. And yeah, it’s happening in a district where Trump-backed politics are knocking, just miles from Mar-a-Lago.

Keep this one on your radar.

A Gen-Z mayor? Providence might be next.

David Morales is running to make Providence affordable and protect immigrant communities under threats from ICE. Young leaders aren’t waiting around for permission anymore. They’re running.

Got next? bit.ly/Run4what

Miguel Alvelo Rivera just did what they said couldn’t be done: beat a candidate backed by big gaming + AI and WON his primary. 🎯

Turns out grassroots > special interests.

More young leaders are flipping the script. You next?

https://bit.ly/4uDduEe

19 and already on the ballot.
Tre’Davon Rhodes is running for Tucson Unified School District board.

Gen Z isn’t waiting their turn.
Are you next? bit.ly/Run4what

The Illinois primary is on March 17, and 16 Run for Something candidates are on the ballot.

That’s 16 people who decided their communities deserved new leadership and that leadership would be them.

Voting for Netroots 2026 panels closes March 13. Help us get these conversations about the next generation of leadership on the stage.

Vote here: https://bit.ly/RFSNetroots26

After Allison Eriksen was laid off due to federal cuts, she decided communities deserve better.

Now, she’s running for Maryland’s Montgomery County Council to fight for affordability and fairness.

Real life experience → real leadership.
bit.ly/Run4what

YASSS Maryland! 🔥
No seat left behind.

This is what building power everywhere looks like.
Good job, Maryland. 👏

Happy Endorsement Day!! An incredible new class of leaders who will give you hope that the future can be bright if we're willing to do the work.

I’m thrilled to be endorsed by @runforsomething.net! This group backs the next generation of progressive leaders to build power from the ground up. In Ann Arbor, I’m putting that mission to work—fighting for housing, transit, and infrastructure to ensure Ward 4 delivers for everyone.

Read the full press release to learn more about this awesome class: runforsomething.net/rfs-press/ma...

The Next Generation Is Running. And They’re Already Changing the Map. 62 candidates. 28 states. Nearly a quarter Gen Z. From immigrant organizers to student renters to union advocates, a new class of leaders…

New month. New slate. 🔥

RFS is proud to announce our March class of candidates. From educators to organizers to veterans, all 62 of these leaders are meeting the moment to serve their communities.

Learn more about the full slate here - https://bit.ly/4rqypIa

Zohran Mamdani is proving something important: Good policy isn’t enough. You have to clearly communicate impact.

As @amandalitman.bsky.social notes, a new generation of leaders — including Run for Something alumni — are doing exactly that.

https://bit.ly/3MSxzFV

@aparnafordc.bsky.social terrible landlord inspired her to fix the system.

She’s now running for DC Council.

When the people closest to the problem run for office, things start to change.

Your turn: bit.ly/Run4what

On International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the RFS-endorsed women who are running to reshape city halls, school boards, and state legislatures across the country.

This is what power looks like. And it can look like you, too. Run for office: bit.ly/Apply2RFS