I believe that every vote and every dollar count. We underestimate the power we have as a collective to make change. I am a small-dollar donor, but we need to recognize the power and impact of that.

– Karen, PA

Why donate? It’s not like my five dollars will even make a difference? But what if 100 people donated five dollars? What if 1,000 people donated five dollars? What if 1 million people donated five dollars? You see, we are all in this together. If we all stick together, we will get this country back on track. It will be the country we want to leave our children and grandchildren.

– Erin, CT

I always hear people say, ‘I wish I could donate more.’ I know that every dollar will count in this campaign. For me, I do what I can. I have so much respect for someone who donates $1 — simply because I know they are making a commitment to this campaign and democracy as a whole. I stand with those people as I make my donation each month.

– John, CA

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

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 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

I believe you should put your money where your mouth is. Even small amounts like $5 or $10 per month is less than weekly coffees! And it beats big corporate interests. I am thankful for democracy!

– Linda, AR