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Our Latest Conference Call | Getting Started | Offline Contributions | Fundraising Ideas | Upcoming Calendar | Additional Resources
Grassroots Finance Committee

Conference Call Recording


Wednesday, October 22nd, National Field Director Jon Carson thanks the Committee for its work and describes the preparation and execution of our unprecedented field operation. He also stresses the need to keep pushing through Election Day.



Listen to more clips in our conference call archives.


Getting Started


  1. Create a personal fundraising page. Every GFC member needs to set up a personal fundraising page. Please see our guide on how to set up your personal fundraising page.

  2. Learn more about grassroots fundraising. Read our brief introduction to the GFC and ideas on how to kick start your fundraising efforts.

  3. Get expert advice. Take a moment to listen to a short clip of fundraising advice from Matthew Barzun, a member of our National Finance Committee:




Offline Contributions


If you have a friend or family member who wants to donate to the campaign, but is uncomfortable doing so through your online thermometer, they can write a check and include this form. Please mail all offline contributions to:

Obama for America
Attn: New Media GFC
233 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1100
Chicago, IL 60601


Interesting Ideas for Grassroots Fundraising


You've talked to your list of potential donors, called them, and emailed them. Now you're looking for new ideas to help you reach your goal. Consider one of these suggestions. And there are more here.


Upcoming Calendar


November 4th: ELECTION DAY!


Additional Resources





Neighbor to Neighbor - Reach out to Voters in Your Community
Register to vote
Voter Registration Action Center
Organizing Resources