REAL CHANGE BEGINS WITH US: WHY YOUR VOTE MATTERS
With less than a week to go until Election Day, the energy is palpable. Every election cycle brings an opportunity to shape our local communities, state policies, and national vision, but that potential only turns into progress when we step up and cast our ballots.
Voting isn't just a civic duty; it’s our most powerful tool for meaningful change. Whether you care about public education, local infrastructure, community safety, or healthcare access, the policies that directly impact your daily life are decided at the ballot box. High voter turnout ensures that elected officials listen to and represent the full diversity of our communities, not just a vocal few.
Driven By Youth
Our optimism heading into this election stems directly from the dedicated young leaders who have put in the work all year long:
Summer Intern Registration Drive: Over the summer, our amazing cohort of interns hit the streets, attending local events, hosting pop-up booths, and helping community members register and update their voter information. Their passion proved that when young people get involved, civic participation grows.
Empowering the Next Generation: Building on that summer momentum, we recently partnered with Rialto Unified School District to visit schools. Together, we hosted interactive sessions to educate students on civic participation, pre-registration for eligible 16- and 17-year-olds, and how democracy directly impacts local public schools and neighborhoods.
Seeing students and young voters embrace their power serves as a reminder for all of us: democracy functions best when everyone participates.
6 Days Left: Make Your Plan to Vote Today
With Election Day quickly approaching, ensuring your vote counts starts with making a clear plan.
Key Deadlines & Details
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Poll Hours: 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM PST
How You Can Vote
Early In-Person Voting: Early voting centers are open prior to Election Day for voters who prefer to cast their ballot in person ahead of time.
Vote by Mail: Mail-in ballots can be returned by mail (postmarked on or before Election Day) or dropped off at any official county ballot drop box or voting location by 8:00 PM on Election Day.
Same-Day Registration: If you missed the online registration deadline, you can still register and vote in person on Election Day via Conditional Voter Registration.
Voting Resources & Quick Links
Check Registration & Ballot Status: Verify your details or track your vote-by-mail ballot here.
Locate Your Nearest Polling Place / Drop Box: Find your assigned voting site or secure drop box here.
Nonpartisan Voter Guides: Visit the League of Women Voters' nonpartisan voting tools here to learn more about local measures and candidates on your ballot.
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