Local Groups
Common Sense
Our mission is to work as a non-partisan community to build stronger, safer schools. We believe basic isn’t good enough—our students deserve excellence in education. We are committed to working with our schools and our neighbors to ensure that school policies come from a place of inclusiveness and understanding, not bias, and curriculum represents and celebrates the diversity of our community and our world.
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Neighbors of Clallam County
Neighbors of Clallam County is working locally to defend against extremism and supporting our local community with service projects. We also applaud the inclusion of fun in our work.
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PE
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We The People Making Good Trouble
We the People Make Good Trouble is for folks in Union County, NJ who want to stay informed and make a difference and be on the right side of history. We will meet monthly at local cafes to share conversations, community and shared action.
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BW
BW
Right HERE, Right NOW, Louisiana!
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels. Right HERE, Right NOW, Louisiana is located in St. Tammany Parish, in the Covington community and includes members from areas close by.
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KD
Saint Paul East Suburbs For Democracy
Saint Paul Minnesota East Suburbs are filled with people who want to save our democracy and find community. There are many other groups organizing protests and we should join when we can. I want this group to plan other local types of activities that will allow us to talk, socialize, learn, and promote what we want our country to be in other ways. Join me in this journey!
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RT
Bonfire - Charlotte
Bonfire brings people together in real-world spaces, to grow, learn, and spark change — together, in person. We’re building community right in your backyard, with events and gatherings that offer opportunities for personal, professional, and political engagement and fulfillment. If you are looking for connection and joy, seeking inspiration or have some to share, we have a seat by our fire for you! Bonfire was created for women of all ages and backgrounds, but is not exclusive to women. Created in partnership with Red Wine & Blue’s TroubleNation, Bonfire groups are local communities led by volunteer organizers who want to bring people together where they live. TroubleNation provides the tools, training, and support to help these groups grow and thrive — while keeping community building at the center. The goal of the Charlotte Bonfire is to create community and joy in Charlotte, North Carolina! We meet on the third Wednesday of every month and look forward to growing our community and joyful connections across this beautiful city. If you are interested in exploring Charlotte, volunteering, participating in a book club, hearing from speakers, and meeting amazing people, please join us! Everyone is welcome!
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SB
Education Working Group, Virginia Grassroots Coalition
The goal of our group is to coordinate efforts to advocate for and support public education, students and teachers. Currently we are collaborating with other groups to ensure qualty schoool board candidates are elected to Virginia school boards.
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MB
Fierce Conversations
Our group will bring people together in our area to support each other and to become educated so we can have fierce conversations about project 2025 and the state of the Republican Party.
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EM
Hope and Cookies: Defending Democracy One Cookie at a Time
We believe that the best way to defend our democracy is with knowledge, and the best way to help is by providing caring people with information. Hope and Cookies hosts house parties where we share information about Project 2025 and other threats to our freedom. We want to give our members the confidence to talk to their friends and neighbors (or even total strangers) in a way that will make a difference. Come for dessert and leave empowered!
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SC
Birmingham/Bloomfield Families for Social Action
Please join our Facebook page to find upcoming events: www.facebook.com/share/g/1BK9Hap5Ft About What: Birmingham/Bloomfield Families for Social Action is a locally-based group of progressive citizens. We seek to create a centralized platform to build community, increase awareness, and share opportunities for collective action among our members. Who: Residents of Birmingham, Bloomfield, and the surrounding cities are welcome to join. If you live in SE Michigan, we'd love for you to join our group. Why: We seek to combat a news cycle that feels overwhelming and demoralizing by focusing on the everyday acts that we as citizens can take to make a real difference in our communities - local, national, and global. Group members are encouraged to share volunteer opportunities, fundraising drives, and awareness events that reflect our common beliefs as listed below. [Please note: all fundraising drives must support registered non-profits (check here: apps.irs.gov/app/eos). If the organization isn’t listed, please ask admin]. Common Beliefs: In this community, we believe: - All People Are Equal - Diversity Makes Us Stronger - Black Lives Matter - No Human Is Illegal - Science Is Real - Women’s Rights Are Human Rights - Climate Change Is a Crisis - Water Is Life - Love Is Love - Kindness Is Everything - People and Planet Over Profit - We Can Make a Difference “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” (Margaret Mead)
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KN