Election Day is a few days away, Iowans. Whether you want to help voters get to the polls, host a Party at the Polls, or get paid to be an election official, here are four ways to take action and make a difference in Iowa.
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Get paid to be a poll worker
Many Iowan towns pay poll workers a stipend for their time
If you’d like to find out the hourly wage of your jurisdiction, the easiest way to do so is by visiting COURIER’s landing page with Power the Polls → https://www.powerthepolls.org/courier.
Give rides to the polls on Election Day
Volunteer to give rides to the polls
A study found that 29% of eligible voters who did not vote noted lack of transportation as a barrier. Volunteer to give your neighbors rides to the polls.
Host a party at the polls
Join in on a Party at the Polls, and learn how to host a party at the poll of your own
This program has been shown to increase voter turnout by 2–4 percentage points. Hosts create joyful spaces where showing up to vote isn’t just powerful, it’s vital.
Get ready to vote
Check your voter registration, see what’s on your ballot, and find your polling place using our free tool below.
