Preparing for the 2026 Election

Election season presents important opportunities for nonprofit organizations to educate their communities, encourage civic participation, and understand how public policy decisions may affect the people and causes they serve.

DID YOU KNOW?

57% of Americans report high trust in nonprofit organizations. 
Trust in nonprofits is higher than in any other sector, including small businesses, the military, philanthropy, government, or the media.​​

8 in 10 voters (81%) trust nonprofits to engage in policy work.

Nonprofits are perceived as more competent and ethical than foundations, corporations, media, or government.

Whether your organization plans to share voter information, host candidate forums, or better understand the rules governing nonprofit advocacy, we've prepared the resources below to help you navigate this year's election season.

Official Voting Resources

For the most accurate election information, visit these trusted resources.

• Florida Division of Elections

  • The Florida Division of Elections facilitates coordination and interpretation of election laws and establishes uniform standards to ensure fair and accurate elections in Florida. 

• County Supervisor of Elections Directory

  • Find your local Supervisor of Elections through this directory provided by the Florida Department of State

• Vote411

  • Provides nonpartisan information to the public with both general and state-specific information on local polling places, election dates, and ballot measure information.

• Ballotpedia

  • A digital encyclopedia of ballot measures and an unbiased resource for elections, politics, and policy. 

Key Voting Deadlines

Primary Election

General Election

For county-specific information, including additional early voting dates, visit your local Supervisor of Elections.

FNA Election and Advocacy Resources

FNA encourages nonprofits to be involved in advocacy and lobbying activities, as permitted by the law.  But when it comes to elections and voter engagement, there are some things that are not legal for nonprofits to do, and others that will need to be handled with caution. Review the resources below for additional guidance.

Nonprofit Voter Engagement Guide

Helping people participate in our democracy is one of the many ways nonprofits strengthen their communities. Florida Nonprofit Alliance's recently updated Nonprofit Voter Engagement Guide provides practical, nonpartisan guidance to help organizations encourage civic participation while remaining compliant with federal and state law.

Topics include:

• Voter registration and education
• Permissible election activities
• Candidate forums and events
• Federal rules governing charitable nonprofits

Download Florida Nonprofits Voter Engagement Guide

Advocacy and the Nonprofit Sector

Visit this page to learn the fundamentals of nonprofit advocacy, including what advocacy and lobbying are, how they differ, what activities 501(c)(3) organizations can legally undertake, and why advocacy is an essential part of advancing your mission. 

Voter Engagement, Elections, and Florida Nonprofits

Visit this page for answers to frequently asked questions about election-related activities, helping organizations remain compliant while encouraging civic participation. 

Florida Property Tax Ballot Measure Resource Center

Florida voters will consider a proposed constitutional amendment that could affect local government revenues and, in turn, nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve. Explore FNA's dedicated resource center for:

• An overview of the proposed amendment
• Research and fiscal analysis
• Educational materials
• Webinar recordings
• Nonprofit-focused tools and resources

Stay Connected

Florida Nonprofit Alliance will continue updating this page with new election resources, educational opportunities, and guidance as Election Day approaches.

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