Program Overview
Promote the Vote California is an initiative created by the Secretary of State to promote a thriving business community that values civic engagement. We aim to foster partnerships, empower communities, and amplify voices to create a strong and inclusive California. We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve sustainable and meaningful progress.
Whether you are a small business owner or a nonprofit organization, there are many ways to get involved and make a positive impact in your community.
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Getting Involved
One of the key benefits of the Promote the Vote California initiative is its flexibility. Organizations can choose from a range of partnership relationships to suit their specific needs and goals.
By participating in our program, you can help to create a culture of civic engagement and encourage your employees, along with your customers, to take an active role in shaping the future of your surrounding community.
Promote the Vote Events
Promote the Vote California Update
February 2025
Start the New Year with Voter Engagement
We are one month into the new year and there is already so much to look forward to! This is the time when we aim to set ourselves up for a successful, fruitful, and impactful year. The habits we establish now will carry us through the rest of the year, and we should be striving to make meaningful changes in all aspects of our lives. Being proactive about the future goes well beyond being a just new year’s resolution.
Some of us might vow to shop less, visit the gym more, or eat healthier, but we should also consider the other areas of our life that need intentional nourishment. Being civically engaged and active in our communities gives us the opportunity to be a part of the change we want to see!
Did you know that this month, some California counties have the chance to participate in special elections? After the November 5, 2024, General Election was held, some vacancies within the California State Senate and Assembly need to be filled due to unforeseen circumstances. As a result, Senate District 36 (includes portions of Los Angeles and Orange counties) and Assembly District 32 (includes portions of Kern and Tulare counties) will both be holding Special Primary Elections on February 25, 2025.
Many cities and towns across the state will be holding special elections throughout the year for a multitude of local offices and governing boards that can and will impact your everyday life. Being proactive about civic engagement is one of the simplest ways to set yourself up for success! As you go through and mark your 2025 calendar, set yourself up for a fulfilling new year by highlighting civic holidays and opportunities to get involved through elections and community engagement.
Whether you are a current PTVCA partner or just here looking for ways to participate, we encourage you to join us by checking out our available resources:
- If you believe you are in a district participating in a special election, you can use this tool to find your Senate and Assembly districts: findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/
- Be ready for upcoming elections - check your voter registration status at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/.
- Need to register to vote? Visit us at registertovote.ca.gov.
Special Elections:
Senate District 36, Special Primary Election – February 25, 2025
Assembly District 32, Special Primary Election – February 25, 2025
This podcast focuses on service, civic education, voting engagement, and equity in California communities. Our conversations center on gender, race, health, the environment, and the economy, drawing lessons from Freedom Summer's collective action.
To listen to the podcast, visit our YouTube channel: @californiaSOS or click the image above.
The views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the California Secretary of State’s office.
Remember to sign up for Where's My Ballot at wheresmyballot.sos.ca.gov and to check your voter status at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov.
For all the key election dates for the upcoming General Election, visit sos.ca.gov/elections.
Visit SOS events to learn more.
Outreach Request Form
This is an initiative dedicated to grassroots digital campaigns. Our partners can access educational tools for GOTV, registration, and social media campaigns on our website. When possible, we work with our partners to organize virtual events to reduce our carbon footprint.
For more information on working with the Promote the Vote California outreach team, visit the Empowering Our Partners page, click the outreach button, and fill out the event request form. Please allow 30 days advance notice to confirm our participation.
Our Partners
We strive to cultivate mutually beneficial partnerships with every business and organization participating in the Promote the Vote California initiative throughout the year.
By encouraging civic engagement, you help build a sense of community and empowerment, creating a workforce that is more informed, engaged, and motivated.
Ultimately, through partnerships like these, we can empower citizens to be active, engaged participants and build a stronger, more inclusive California.
