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

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

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

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

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