How to Use the Candidate Community
The GoodParty.org Community is your campaign’s all-in-one space for connection, learning, and growth. It’s where candidates, campaign teams, and supporters come together to share experiences, learn new skills, and get help in real time.
Community Overview
The community is built on a private online platform designed for GoodParty.org candidates. It includes courses, discussions, event access, and spaces to ask questions or celebrate wins.
When you first join, start with the Welcome Module — it walks you through key areas, community guidelines, and tips for getting the most out of the space.
Main Spaces
Here’s what you’ll find in the navigation sidebar (desktop) or under the Spaces menu (mobile):
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👋 Introductions: Meet other candidates and share your campaign story.
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📢 Announcements: Stay up to date on new courses, resources, and campaign updates.
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💭 Daily Discussions: Join conversations about campaign strategies, outreach tips, and lessons learned.
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❓ Ask & Share: Get advice from fellow candidates or campaign experts.
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🎉 Wins: Celebrate your milestones and victories with the community.
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📅 Events Calendar: See upcoming trainings, office hours, and live sessions with campaign specialists.
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🆘 Customer Service: Pro users can post here for help using tools — most responses arrive within 48 hours.
Courses & Trainings
Inside the Courses section, you’ll find dozens of free trainings, including:
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Running for Office: The Four Phases
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Fundraising Masterclass
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Digital Ads, Petition Gathering, and More
Plus, check out Good Party Live Recordings — over 100 hours of past 90-minute expert-led trainings and demos. New sessions are added every other Thursday.
Resource Library
The Resource Library contains templates, checklists, and guides to simplify your campaign:
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Script & email templates
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Political glossary
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Campaign checklists
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Guides for elected officials and volunteers
Volunteer Action Board
Looking for help or ready to lend your skills? The Volunteer Action Board connects candidates and volunteers — post requests or respond to open offers (like “graphic design help needed” or “volunteer canvasser available”).
Leaderboard & Rewards
Every action you take in the community earns you points:
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1 point per post or like
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2 points per completed course
As you level up, you unlock campaign rewards — like free texts, yard signs, and strategy consults. Top participants may even be featured on GoodParty.org’s social media channels!
💡 Fun fact: Candidates active in the community have shown up to 70% win rates compared to those using only the tools.
Why It Matters
Active community members don’t just gain points — they gain momentum. You’ll get faster help, stronger campaign connections, and insights from people who’ve been where you are. It’s the easiest way to stay motivated, informed, and supported.