Our philosophy
Founded in 2017, March On mobilizes the masses to build political power. We support and provide resources for hundreds of local affiliates and organizers nationwide, and partner with other progressive organizations on joint initiatives that work to shift the balance of power toward progressive, people-centered ideas.
Over multiple state and federal election cycles, March On has harnessed the national groundswell of grassroots energy and helped organizers channel that energy into sustainable change. Our initiatives increase civic engagement and amplify the voices of the marginalized to advance justice, fairness and equity.
March On, a 501(c)4 organization, is fiscally sponsored by March On Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization.
We’re proud to work closely with some of the most trusted and organizations in our country. From ACLU to SEIU, from Feminist Majority to NRDC, our working relationships span the spectrum of the progressive movement at the national level. We’re also proud to remain true to our grassroots nature, and we have invested in major ways to provide ongoing support to local organizers, including young people. In 2018 and 2019, over 30% of our revenue was spent on direct local support. From critical financial support to toolkits, PR support, digital and graphic services, technical office hours and access to data — we provide what organizers need in the least bureaucratic way possible.
At both the national and local level, we work to create intersectional, intergenerational coalitions and build bridges to strengthen the movement, so that when we have work to do together – like achieving a historic turnout of the New American Majority in the 2020 elections – we do it effectively.
Over the last few years, we have built a rich, diverse and layered network of activists, organizers and engaged folks. We know that through our ability to reach people – whether it be through our digital channels, strategic and core partnerships, our coalition can mobilize at least 1 million people to ensure their voices are heard at the ballot box.
This is not about replacing a President.
This is about ushering in a new era, in which our shared values – justice, fairness, equity – are not only heard, but upheld by the people who represent us in government.
March On and Future Coalition believe that voting is the most fundamental political expression in a participatory democracy. It not only defines a person living in the country as a citizen but involves that person directly in the processes that makes the nation a cohesive community. To that end, voter registration, ongoing mobilization in conjunction with voter protection and GOTV (get out the vote) participation form the basis of a creed that motivates dialogue and action about the nation’s agenda.
Our programs encourage and empower young people, people of color and women with a particular focus on low-propensity voters – people in under-served communities and non-voting communities – to participate in the electoral process. Voting enhances their opportunities to express their preferences for candidates who speak to and support their issues and concerns. For the government to be truly representative of the people, it is essential that we expand the electorate to include people from these under-served and non-voting communities.