Make a Difference in Raleigh, NC

Whether you want to get involved in the national race or make neighbors aware of a great local candidate for mayor, here’s where to start to make your voice as a citizen heard loud and clear.

Politics - Make your voice heard!

• Congressional representatives for Raleigh
• County government officials
• North Carolina Democratic Party
• North Carolina Republican Party
• North Carolina Elections Board
• State election info - North Carolina
• Roll call votes - Congress
• Federal campaign contributions - individuals (searchable by city)
• Federal campaign funding - committees
• Federal campaign funding - candidates
• Presidential Campaign Finance Contributors in Raleigh
• More local campaign contributions
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You’re not the only one who wants to get things done around Raleigh. We’ve assembled a comprehensive list of all the terrific organizations that are making things happen. Find out the who, when, where and how you can work with them.

Organizations - More local lowdown here...

• Local groups and organizations
• Chambers of Commerce in North Carolina
• American Legion post locator
• Veterans of Foreign Wars post locator
• Jaycees
• Find Kiwanis clubs in North Carolina
• Find Lions clubs in North Carolina
• Find Rotary clubs in North Carolina
• Volunteer opportunities in or near Raleigh
• Nonprofit groups search
• Foundations in North Carolina
• Community foundations (by state)
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Schools are the heart of most towns – and Raleigh is no exception. Here’s where you can easily get the most up-to-date information on what’s going on, including hot-button issues, hot lunch menus and hot team sports scores! It’s like Cliffs Notes for all things school-related.

Education - "Extra credit" info is here...

• Raleigh area schools and libraries
• Public schools in Raleigh
• Private schools in Raleigh
• All colleges in Raleigh
• Libraries in Raleigh
• Raleigh school ratings and reviews
• Department of Education in North Carolina
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Remember, it’s “by the people, for the people.” Hey, you’re the “people” – so find out about your local government. Then make sure you do your bit to keep it running in the direction that’s best for Raleigh.

Government resources here...

• Raleigh area government
• Wake County government
• North Carolina State Government
• Passports Info
• Where to write for birth, death, marriage or divorce records
• Veterans Services in NC
• US Department of Veterans Affairs
• Small Business Administration offices
• Social Security
• NC Government Bill Finder
• North Carolina Government Integrity Reports
• Government Performance Project - North Carolina Grades
• NC Motor Vehicles Department
• NC Drivers License Info
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We've made it a little bit easier to find spiritual meaning in your life, with this listing of all our religious organizations in Raleigh. You can learn what they’re about, when they worship, how to contact them and more.

"Divine inspiration" here...

• Raleigh area places of worship
• More churches in Raleigh
• Total Membership by Faith, in Wake County
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Raleigh is made up of lots of interesting and different parts! Explore the many groups, areas and neighborhoods that make us so unique.

• Property and Neighborhood Info
• Charitable donations
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It’s a true calling, and those who serve deserve all the support they can get. Here’s where to find out about military issues in Raleigh, how to get involved and stand behind the folks out there on the front lines.

Get military info here...

• American Legion post locator
• Veterans of Foreign Wars post locator
• Department of Veterans Affairs - Facility locator
• Find a military school nearby
• More military schools here
• Map of military bases in the United States
• Visit a local military base
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