Campaign Budgeting Made Simple: A First-Time Candidate’s Financial Roadmap
Most first-time candidates worry about raising enough money. The real question is different: how do you make sure the money you raise actually helps you win? A school board candidate in Michigan raised $8,000 for her race. She spent most of it in the first few months on professional website design, countywide Facebook ads that […]
Building a Donor Base: First-Time Candidate’s Fundraising Guide
You’ve decided to run for city council. You have strong ideas, community support, and genuine passion for solving local problems. Then reality hits: campaigns cost money. Filing fees, website hosting, yard signs, mailers, event costs. Even a modest local campaign can require several thousand dollars. The thought of asking people for money makes your stomach […]
Campaign Finance Reporting Rules for Michigan Candidates in 2026
Running for office in Michigan means understanding campaign finance reporting requirements. Michigan law establishes clear rules for fundraising, spending, and disclosure. These requirements exist to maintain transparency and accountability in local elections. This guide covers the essential reporting obligations for Michigan candidates in 2026. Register Your Committee Michigan law requires you to form a candidate […]