For years, I believed that any small donations to a political party or candidate would be nullified by the big power brokers with their multi-million contributions. But then I realized that there is power in numbers. Now, I try to contribute to as many candidates as possible, even in small amounts, because every dollar will count. Imagine one dollar multiplied by 100 million! Now, try $3.

– Ray, TX

I am a small-dollar donor because I know that multiple small-dollar donors make a powerful impact! Every $10 can make a big difference. This election year is so critical. We are electing more than politicians. We are fighting for our very health and safety. We have to put our small dollars together to fight against the huge donors and super PACs who support candidates who only care about themselves.

– Michele, SC

I am retired and don’t have great amounts of money to give. When I give $5 or $10 to candidates, I imagine thousands of other Democrats like me doing the same thing. That is how we defeat the big-money special interests that bankroll the GOP.

– Mark, MO

My husband was furloughed due to the pandemic, and our family was left with less than half of our income. But I feel so strongly about changing this country that I wanted to make a difference, even if only a small one. I have never in my life contributed to a political campaign, but I want to help change the way things are.

– Melissa, PA

I believe in giving. No one can be successful without it. However, my budget doesn’t always line up with my desire. I was furloughed from my job as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, but I was happy to set aside $10.00. I plan to give more during this election year (in small bites). Before being furloughed, student loans and recovering from periods of unemployment limited my budget, as well. I’m glad that the candidates recognize the importance of small-dollar donors. It gives all of us the ability to participate in, and support, democracy.

– Anjelia, NJ

I am a registered Democrat and third-generation Japanese American. I am a small-dollar donor in support of candidates and causes who I believe will help preserve and improve the rights and lives of people of color, women, children, LGBTQ+ people, refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and people who are poor, homeless, or incarcerated, as well as protect the environment for future generations.

– Lori, CA

In retirement I am not able to make a large donation. However, a $10.00 monthly donation to candidates I support makes me feel that I am still making a contribution toward a better future.

– Anne, MA