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February provided endless examples of the importance of our work and why the moment to fight is NOW: In Mississippi, the majority-white, GOP-led state legislature recently proposed establishing a second, un-elected, state-appointed justice system in the Blackest city in our nation, Jackson. In Oklahoma, GOP members of the state legislature are seeking to criminalize some drag performances and include a $20,000 fine for drag queens. [Groundwork Project] [Support Groundwork]( and invest in our unique wrap-around support for progressive organizations and organizers reclaiming power in traditionally ‘red states.’ {EMAIL}: 2023 SUPPORT PENDING [DONATE NOW]( ICYMI: Groundwork has not wasted a second in the first three months of 2023, providing on-the-ground and wrap-around support to our grantees. Take a look and see what we’ve done so far: ☑️ Worked with the Black Voter Impact Initiative out of West Virginia to develop the logo and digital collateral for their history-making Black Policy Day. ☑️ Brainstormed narrative and communications strategy with Oklahoma Parent Legislative Action Committee (OKPLAC) as they prepared for an especially contentious legislative session. ☑️ Provided coaching to four grantee partners on outreach strategies and ways to increase member engagement. ☑️ Connected grantees with other national funding organizations to increase the resources coming into our focus states. ☑️ Hosted monthly state-based grantee calls where we don't ask for reports or metrics — but focus on deepening our relationships with each other, building trust, and holding space to talk through the toughest stuff. ☑️ Brought in phenomenal partner organizations to host special trainings for our grantee cohort on everything from legal strategy to movement mapping and digital organizing strategies. ☑️ Ran an active grantee listserv where grantees can share news, ask for help, or just say hello to each other! [Now we are preparing to expand our wrap-around support and coaching services for partners but only if you reaffirm your support – make your 2023 donation now.]( As Program Manager here at Groundwork, I have seen firsthand how the work our grantees do helps build power and change the narrative in places that have been historically overlooked, disenfranchised, and ignored by most national progressives. This year, we are planning to expand the tactical and financial resources we provide our grantees to grow our wrap-around support. I know you are invested in Groundwork’s mission and theory of change. [Help make the difference for local advocates and organizations by donating before tomorrow’s FEC quarterly deadline.]( [CONTRIBUTE]( We appreciate your shared commitment, Trey – Trey Walk (he/him) Program Manager Groundwork Project If you have given recently or in 2023, it sometimes takes a bit for all our records to update. We appreciate your support and are putting your dollars to work immediately. If you would like to double down your support and specifically help us expand our wrap-around offerings, [you can do so here.]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Founded by Joe Kennedy III, Groundwork Project invests in year-round, local community organizing in places Democrats have gotten used to writing off. With a focus on Appalachia, the Deep South, and the Plains, we support local advocates and activists working to build durable political infrastructure and secure power for those historically excluded. [CONTRIBUTE]( Individual contributions will be allocated as follows: $5,000 per calendar year to a bank account that operates as a Federal PAC, and the remainder to the Non-Contribution Account of our PAC. --------------------------------------------------------------- We want to respect your boundaries while keeping you informed. Too many emails? Instead of unsubscribing, check out our [Email Lite Program](. We will only send you the most important messages each month. [Sign up for Email Lite here.]( If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please [unsubscribe](. Paid for by Groundwork Project, www.groundworkproject.com, not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s committee. Groundwork Project 124 Washington Street, Suite 101 Foxboro, MA 02035 United States