We’re empowering young women to get involved in politics and transform our world. We offer programs that equip them with the hands-on skills and confidence they need to run and win.

With over 100 training programs across the country each year, we've trained over 20,000 women (and counting!) And because we're nonpartisan, we're achieving this in the spirit of fellowship while focusing on building stronger communities for young women who want to solve problems and be the leaders we need.

Running Start is committed to practicing what we preach. Every staff member:

• is a trained Elect Her facilitator

• is encouraged to negotiate their salary, both when they start and annually (including one-on-one coaching with a mentor to prepare, if needed)

• receives a one-time bonus to jump-start their retirement account

• is contributing to their retirement accounts such that they maximize the employer match

• is engaged with Running Start's network of supporters and alums via our online communities

• is encouraged to develop their voice as a speaker and writer on Running Start's behalf (blog posts, media interviews, event speeches, etc.)