Good afternoon Young Democrats,


The San Francisco Chronicle reported today that just 2% of the votes cast in the March 5, 2024, California primary election thus far are from young voters. Please fill out your ballot now and drop it off or mail it today and please remind all of your friends and family to vote for CYD-endorsed candidates! Also, the early registration rate of $75 for CYD’s upcoming 2024 Post-Primary Organizing Retreat taking place April 5-7, 2024, in beautiful Lake Tahoe expires this Sunday, March 3rd, so please register now to save money!


Retreat Registration: The deadline for early registration for the 2024 CYD Post-Primary Organizing Retreat in Lake Tahoe is this Sunday, March 3, 2024! Save money and register now for $75 per person before registration increases to $100! Check-out the CYD website for all details including how to register, book your hotel rooms and other important details.

Important Chartering Reminder: CYD extended the chartering period for all chapters! All required chapter information and dues must be received by Sunday, March 10, 2024, at 11:59 PM. Please work with your CYD Regional Director and get your chartering done: http://cayoungdems.com/chartering/.


Chapter Organizing Grants: The CYD Executive Board approved a grant program to support CYD chapters needing financial assistance for organizing and growing chapter membership and participation. CYD chapters raising and spending less than $6,000 annually are encouraged to apply for a grant up to $250 to boost your chapter membership organizing efforts! Carefully review details and apply now for a 2024 CYD Chapter Membership Building Grant!


Fundraising Help: CYD is offering regional fundraising consultation workshops via Zoom with CYD’s Executive Director in order to help brainstorm and maximize your fundraising success. Reach out to your CYD Regional Director to schedule a Zoom workshop, especially if you’re planning or have an upcoming chapter fundraising event!


Good luck getting out the youth vote this week, and please register now for the April 5-7 CYD Retreat in Lake Tahoe!


Democratically yours,


Giovanni Chavez

CYD President


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