The National Exchange Club has developed this project to encourage Americans to "Get Out the Vote!" Americans are given the freedom of choice—to choose which candidate to elect or whether to vote at all. An alarming number of citizens are choosing the second option, leaving only a handful of people to decide who will run our country. Through this exciting program, clubs will educate and encourage people not only to register, but also to cast their vote on election day.

Purpose

Americans are given the freedom of choice — to choose which candidate to elect or whether to vote at all. When compared to the number of eligible voters in America, those who actually vote is alarming. In 2004 approximately 60% of eligible voters cast their ballot. Unfortunately, only a handful of Americans exercise their right to vote and decide the leadership and direction of our country.

Adopted in 1996, the Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Program educates and encourages American citizens to register and vote in political elections.

The month of September has been designated as Voter Registration Month. This is an excellent time to kick-off your GOTV campaign, which has two objectives. The first is to organize a month-long voter registration drive project. The second is to organize election day voter services, including transportation for voters, child care, staffing polls and general education.