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  Aspen Christian · [email protected]
January 27, 2023 at 6:15 PM

📰 Your January Newsletter

Groundwork Project This month brought deadly tornadoes to Alabama, devastating communities across the state and killing seven people. Folks are united to support and help residents rebuild, read more below about how you can help. The Oklahoma state legislature is moving forward harmful anti-trans …
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  Matt Kearney · [email protected]
January 25, 2023 at 4:30 PM

INSIDE: the next round of MA organizers

Groundwork Project Groundwork Project piloted the Keep Paying Your Organizer Fund (KPYO) in Massachusetts late last year and now the spotlight is on the outstanding organizers we’re supporting as they continue their important year-round work — come check them out! Quick reminder… when you support …
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  Aspen Christian · [email protected]
January 24, 2023 at 3:30 PM

meet more of our organizers:

Groundwork Project We piloted the brand new Keep Paying Your Organizer Fund in Massachusetts last year — the first of its kind — to help civic organizations in historically disenfranchised areas of our state retain their organizers beyond election season. I want to invite you to meet a couple of t…
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  Anthony Davis · [email protected]
January 22, 2023 at 3:32 PM

You're invited: Black Policy Day

Groundwork Project What it is: Meals, roundtables with WV lawmakers, youth activities, policy discussions, vendors, and more all centered around the Black policy framework. Why it’s important: Organizing, centering Black priorities, and building power in the Black community is a critical part of o…
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
January 21, 2023 at 7:01 PM

32 for 32

Groundwork Project We are three weeks into the new year, and Groundwork Project has hit the ground running! Joe announced our National Advisory Board members this week and challenged us to welcome them by securing matching grassroots donors. We are three weeks into the new year, and Groundw…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
January 20, 2023 at 6:31 PM

*drumroll*... help us welcome:

Groundwork Project Today, I am so excited and honored to announce Groundwork Project’s National Advisory Board! With a strong footprint both in our focus states and amongst our national peers and partners, these folks are key allies in our efforts to support local organizing in communities that De…
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  Trey Walk · [email protected]
January 18, 2023 at 7:46 PM

Update from Alabama:

Groundwork Project Last Thursday, devastating tornadoes touched down across Alabama, killing nine people and destroying entire communities. These storms had the worst impact on rural towns that will need long term investment to recover. As an Alabama resident, I want to do all that I can to help o…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
January 17, 2023 at 7:10 PM

Have you heard the latest news from Groundwork?

Groundwork Project Hi there — I wanted to make sure you saw Tracey’s message about Groundwork’s latest partnership with the NAACP. I’ve included it below, if you haven’t had a chance to take a look yet. The Organizing Accelerator is a brand-new national program designed to provide training, mentor…
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  Tracey Lewis · [email protected]
January 13, 2023 at 8:31 PM

Check out Groundwork Project’s newest program!

Groundwork Project We’re teaming up with the NAACP this year to launch The Organizing Accelerator, a brand-new program to help train the next generation of organizers. Together, we’ve developed a twenty-week training opportunity for emerging social justice advocates, civil rights leaders, and comm…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
January 4, 2023 at 8:06 PM

these numbers show your impact

Groundwork Project Hey there, I just wanted to reach out to say thank you. I’m so grateful to the many of you who helped us meet our 2022 year-end fundraising goal and start 2023 with renewed energy. We accomplished so much in 2022 and you’ve been here for all of it, so I wanted to share s…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
January 1, 2023 at 1:30 AM

one last message before 2023

Groundwork Project Some might consider 2023 an “off year,” but there are no off years for Groundwork. We’re the only political advocacy organization that provides year-round, multi-year investments in our partner states. So we need to be prepared. Some might consider 2023 an “off year,” but …
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  Julia Hoffman · [email protected]
December 31, 2022 at 3:15 PM

fwd: re: we’re showing up, *everywhere*

Groundwork Project Emily’s message captures the essence of our commitment to hyper-local efforts in “red” states: building sustainable political infrastructure through long-term investments. It’s our turn to step up and show up for these organizations… but we need your help. Emily’s message …
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
December 30, 2022 at 9:45 PM

we’re showing up, *everywhere*

Groundwork Project Groundwork Project focuses our work in critically important states that are at risk of being written out of the national narrative or seen as “too red” or “too far gone.” But the real risk is believing this narrative that progressive-minded organizers and voters don’t exist in t…
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  Aspen Christian · [email protected]
December 30, 2022 at 3:32 PM

check out what Joe’s saying:

Groundwork Project I’m currently pulling reports every few hours for Emily and Joe. They are laser focused on closing our fundraising gap by tomorrow night. As of the latest report, Groundwork Project still needs another $16,390 to finish 2022 on budget and prepared for the new year. I’m cur…
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
December 29, 2022 at 8:30 PM

our “why?”

Groundwork Project We know that our partner states are traditionally under-resourced, excluded, and ignored by the national political establishment. But we also know that long-term investment in these communities is the best way to fight for justice and turn the tides on anti-democracy laws and po…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
December 28, 2022 at 6:31 PM

democracy is still at stake

Groundwork Project By building sustainable political infrastructure in states like Alabama, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and West Virginia, local organizations and organizers will be empowered to fight back against anti-democratic policies and politics. 2022 was a big year at Groundwork. We’re pr…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
December 27, 2022 at 8:00 PM

Read Groundwork’s annual report:

Groundwork Project In the past twelve months, we have accomplished all we imagined and more — supported more organizations, expanded into a fourth partner state, deepened our footprint, listened, learned, and grew. We showed up in places too many leave behind. 2022 was an incredible year fo…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
December 23, 2022 at 5:20 PM

Happy Holidays from our team!

Groundwork Project As each year passes with new opportunities and challenges, we are always deeply grateful for you and the entire Groundwork Project community. Thank you for continuing to support our mission to strengthen hyper-local organizing efforts where they are needed the most. From …
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
December 21, 2022 at 6:10 PM

Last but not least, meet Tracey and Errin!

Groundwork Project On to today’s final staff spotlight, you’ll meet Tracey Lewis, Groundwork’s National Organizing Advisor, and Errin Douglas, our Special Programs Advisor. Alongside national organizational partners, Tracey and Errin are leading some really exciting program development for Groundw…
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
December 19, 2022 at 9:00 PM

An important update from Joe Kennedy & Groundwork

Groundwork Project Many of you might have already seen the exciting news about our founder, Joe Kennedy. Earlier today he was formally appointed by the Biden Administration to serve as Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs. In this role, Joe will work within the U.S. State Departm…
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
December 16, 2022 at 8:20 PM

The Organizing Crew

Groundwork Project Organizing is the heart and soul of Groundwork Project, so I’m extra excited to have the honor of introducing you to some of our incredible organizing crew. They are on the frontlines of Groundwork’s efforts in our partner states supporting our partners: Southern Organizing Dire…
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
December 14, 2022 at 6:50 PM

You make Groundwork happen

Groundwork Project I am so proud to be on a team where so many of you stepped up and helped us close our fundraising gap this week. I’m happy to report we are now on track to close out 2022 strong and quickly jumpstart our 2023 strategic plan — all that’s left to do is have a strong end of year ca…
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  Aspen Christian · [email protected]
December 13, 2022 at 11:20 PM

Fwd: we’re getting ready

Groundwork Project Hi friend, it’s been a busy day around here and I know my Groundwork colleagues have told you we’re working on a fundraising goal. Now there are just a few short hours until midnight and we still have $1,945 to raise to meet our budget deadline. Hi friend, it’s been a bus…
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  Trey Walk · [email protected]
December 13, 2022 at 5:15 PM

want to be inspired? open this email...

Groundwork Project Groundwork's grantees are battling decades of conservative infrastructure built to dilute and diminish their power. Dismantling these deeply rooted systems and uplifting progressive, local champions won’t happen overnight, but it’s not impossible. In fact it is our responsibilit…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
December 12, 2022 at 8:30 PM

we’re getting ready

Groundwork Project On the ground, our partners are building coalitions and reclaiming power in states the Democratic establishment has all but written off. We’re here to show them they’re not alone. Your investment in Groundwork is an investment in our mission, our grantees, our organizers — our w…
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  Aspen Christian · [email protected]
December 9, 2022 at 6:20 PM

Groundbreaking Groundwork staff ahead

Groundwork Project Hey there, I wanted to pop in and share the next two staff members who helped create and build Groundwork into the team we are today. Read more about Emily Kaufman, Groundwork’s Executive Director and Julia Hoffman, our Senior Advisor. Hey there, I wanted to pop in and sh…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
December 7, 2022 at 3:25 PM

Our incredible Groundwork staff!

Groundwork Project Over the coming weeks, you will learn about our incredible staff who operate behind the scenes. Today, get to know Aspen and Trey! Groundwork’s mission is made possible by your support and our incredible staff who operate behind the scenes. Over the coming weeks, you will…
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  Tracey Lewis · [email protected]
December 5, 2022 at 6:06 PM

Defend the Senate with us!

Groundwork Project I’m bumping Joe’s message from a few days ago with a reminder of how you can help and do your part in the next 24 hours for Georgia and Team Warnock: Did you see Joe’s email about being all in for Georgia? Tomorrow is Election Day in the U.S. Senate runoff in Georgia. Befo…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
December 2, 2022 at 7:55 PM

All in for Georgia

Groundwork Project There are only four days left in the runoff election to decide who will represent Georgia in the Senate. With the House officially in GOP hands, the results of this election will be hugely consequential for not only the people of Georgia – but the future of the Senate and our co…
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  Joe Kennedy (personal) · [email protected]
November 30, 2022 at 10:35 PM

Fwd: We’re changing the narrative together

Groundwork Project I just heard from my team that we are only $1,826 away from our goal so I’m coming to you one last time tonight to ask you to help us close the gap. Here’s a link: I just heard from my team that we are only $1,826 away from our goal so I’m coming to you one last time toni…
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
November 30, 2022 at 5:45 PM

We’re changing the narrative together

Groundwork Project Wow team, your response to yesterday’s Giving Tuesday campaign blew us away! We are so excited about the momentum that we’ve extended our goal by $5,000 to support our growing grantee community. Wow team, your response to yesterday’s Giving Tuesday campaign blew us away! …
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
November 29, 2022 at 10:14 PM

Our goal is within reach, team!

Groundwork Project Did you see Joe’s email this morning? It’s Giving Tuesday and Groundwork Project set a goal of $10,000 from our grassroots network. We’re only $2,395 away from our goal! Hey friend – Did you see Joe’s email this morning? It’s Giving Tuesday and Groundwork Project set a goa…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
November 29, 2022 at 3:46 PM

Attn: Giving Tuesday

Groundwork Project At Groundwork we know community organizers nationwide are under-resourced, and we want to do our part to change that. So this Giving Tuesday, we’ve set a goal to raise $10,000 to deepen our impact as we end the year. Hi there — We’re excited today because Giving Tuesday i…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
November 23, 2022 at 9:40 PM

Happy Thanksgiving from Groundwork

Groundwork Project Thanksgiving is tomorrow and we wanted to wish you a happy Turkey Day! Hi friends, I’m heading out for a few days to spend time with my family. Before I go offline for the holiday, I want to express my gratitude for your support, collaboration and trust on behalf of the G…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
November 22, 2022 at 7:10 PM

We can’t take our eyes off Georgia

Groundwork Project The election results are in for most races across the country and our future leaders are preparing for their next steps in Washington. But we can’t let up just yet. There is a runoff election in Georgia and we cannot leave anything on the table. NOVEMBER 2022 NEWS ROUN…
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
November 18, 2022 at 10:30 PM

Have you seen our NEW Groundwork Grantees?

Groundwork Project We can’t wait for you to learn more about our next round of grantees! I wanted to make sure you saw our latest round of Groundwork Grantees. Each of these groups is organizing year-round in their community and fighting tooth and nail for democracy, justice, and equity in t…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
November 17, 2022 at 9:25 PM

Our newest class of Groundwork Grantees

Groundwork Project We’ve got new grantees to share with you! Election season may be coming to a close, but here at Groundwork, we aren’t slowing down. Because we don’t base our investments on candidates and campaigns, but on the year-round work of local organizers that continues long after t…
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  Aspen Christian · [email protected]
November 16, 2022 at 10:30 PM

For Native American Heritage Month:

Groundwork Project Get to know Valerie from Alabama Indigenous Coalition! November is Native American Heritage Month, and we wanted to take a minute to introduce you to an incredible indigenous organizer from one of our focus states. The hyperlocal work organizers do on the ground in our r…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
November 10, 2022 at 7:45 PM

The people who stay.

Groundwork Project There’s a familiar rhythm, post-Election Day. Campaigns shut down. Yard signs disappear. But local organizers stay. And that’s who I’ve been thinking about since Tuesday. There’s a familiar rhythm, post-Election Day. Polls close. Results are called. Campaigns shut down. Y…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Today is Election Day

Groundwork Project All across the country, organizers have been working towards this day for months, pouring their hearts and souls into campaigns that will shape the next chapter of our country’s story. And win or lose, what’s most remarkable is that our partners on the ground will wake up and co…
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  Groundwork Project · [email protected]
November 4, 2022 at 5:06 PM

It’s almost time to vote – have you made your plan?

Groundwork Project - Where is my polling place? - What time do polls open in my area? - Can I vote before or after work? Maybe during lunch? - Do I know who I’m voting for? Election Day is just a few short days away and Team Groundwork wanted to make sure your plan to vote is ready to go! …
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
November 2, 2022 at 5:00 PM

Hi from Mississippi!

Groundwork Project We are on the ground in Mississippi this week and wanted to give you an update Hello from Jackson, Mississippi! Julia and I just touched down for a quick trip to meet up with some of our partners and grantees across the state. We're about to hop in the car with Charles, …
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
October 31, 2022 at 10:17 PM

Fwd: Before tonight’s deadline...

Groundwork Project I’ll keep this brief: I wanted to reach out before I head out to take the kids trick-or-treating. I just spoke to Emily and we ONLY need to raise $1,042 to make our goal before tonight’s deadline. If everyone reading this email gave just $5 we can make that goal and then …
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
October 31, 2022 at 2:15 PM

Before tonight’s deadline...

Groundwork Project Here at Groundwork, we’re looking beyond this election cycle and building power for the long term — that work never lets up. Joe and our team have spent so much time on the road in our partner states and we have seen firsthand the way our Groundwork Grantees are making a differe…
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  Groundwork Project · [email protected]
October 30, 2022 at 9:30 PM

Fwd: did you see this from Trey?

Groundwork Project We wanted to make sure you saw this message from Trey. The weekend is almost over and we only have one day left to reach our goal and add an additional grantee to our upcoming slate of new partners. Please, click here to donate now. See below for more information: Begin f…
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  Trey Walk · [email protected]
October 29, 2022 at 4:05 PM

As we start the weekend

Groundwork Project Hey team, I wanted to reach out to you to give an update. Next month, we have plans to award our next round of grants to new Groundwork Project partners, but what we raise during this monthly budget deadline might mean that we can award an additional grant to community organizer…
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  Emily Kaufman · [email protected]
October 27, 2022 at 4:46 PM

FWD: we’re looking beyond the midterms

Groundwork Project I wanted to make sure you saw this message from Joe. Begin forwarded message: From voting rights to reproductive justice, the organizers we support on the ground are on the frontlines of the battles that will define the next decade. They don’t have the luxury of closing up shop …
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
October 25, 2022 at 8:10 PM

we’re looking beyond the midterms

Groundwork Project The organizers we support are on the frontlines of the battles that will define the next decade. They don’t have the luxury of closing up shop or moving on when the polls close. Today marks two weeks out from Election Day. And while, like everyone, we here at Groundwork P…
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  Aspen Christian · [email protected]
October 21, 2022 at 4:40 PM

In honor of LGBT+ History Month...

Spotlight on three organizers who work toward LGBT+ liberation every day. Take a moment to meet these amazing movers and shakers! Hi there – October is LGBT+ History Month and we wanted to take a moment to spotlight some of our organizer friends who are members of the LGBT+ community! These…
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  Joe Kennedy · [email protected]
October 19, 2022 at 8:30 PM

There’s something happening in Oklahoma

Groundwork Project Look, recent polls in Oklahoma have a story to tell… Oklahoma’s Democratic challenger for governor is polling ahead of the incumbent Republican. The Democrat running for Education Superintendent, a key statewide position in OK, continues to poll in the lead. This, in a state whe…
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