Nonprofits & Elections

2026 Primary Election: June 2

​2024 General Election: November 3

501(c)(3) nonprofits work to improve the conditions for community members.

Voting is a way for communities to help shape and change the systems that affect them every day.

Nonprofits are trusted in their communities. Their involvement in elections can make a profound difference. Learn safe methods for nonprofits to support voter engagement this election season.

Voter Engagement

• Nonprofits and Elections 2024: Why and How You Should Engage (and stay nonpartisan), webinar by the National Council of Nonprofits; and additional resources

• New Mexico Nonprofit Voter Assistance Guide by Democracy Capacity

• Permissible Activities Checklist: by Nonprofit Vote

Voter Registration

Voter registration has become easier in New Mexico. The NM Secretary of State's website provides information on the various ways to register to vote. National Voter Registration Day is September 17, 2024.

​501(c)(3) nonprofits can help eligible residents register to vote without bias to party affiliation.

• NonprofitVOTE: toolkits, webinars, research and more

• New Mexico Secretary of State, see Becoming a NM Voter Registration Agent

Voter Education

501(c)(3) nonprofits can provide information about all candidates and ballot measures.

• Vote 411: information by the League of Women Voters

Resources for Nonprofits

• M+R: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Advocacy During Election Season

• Voting and Community Engagement, National Council of Nonprofits

• Bolder Advocacy

• Permissible Election Activities Checklist, NonprofitVOTE

• Voting FAQs, NM Secretary of State

• Vot-ER, nonpartisan civic engagement tools for healthcare workers