Connecting voices to a cause one call at a time.
As a volunteer working on a political campaign, non-profit outreach, or advocacy program, your task is to phone bank for a cause that matters. Armed with a script and a list of contacts, you call potential supporters, informing them about your cause, asking for donations, or encouraging them to attend events. The experience can be both rewarding and challenging as you navigate conversations, deal with rejections, and work towards the goal of building support and awareness.
8:45 AM: Arrive at the volunteer center and set up your phone bank station.
9:15 AM: Start dialing the first number, getting into the rhythm of the calls.
12:00 PM: Break for lunch, reflecting on the morning’s conversations.
1:30 PM: Engage with a particularly passionate supporter who asks in-depth questions about the cause.
5:00 PM: Finish phone banking for the day and debrief with other volunteers.
Volunteer Center (San Francisco, CA)
Overview: A community-driven center hosting phone banking sessions for a variety of causes.:
Landmarks: Desks with phones and laptops, campaign posters, and volunteer signup boards.:
Tips: Keep snacks and water nearby-phone banking can be exhausting, especially on long shifts.:
Non-Profit Headquarters (Los Angeles, CA)
Overview: A bustling office space filled with passionate workers and volunteers.:
Landmarks: Campaign materials, thank-you notes on the walls, and an "inspiration board".:
Tips: Focus on the impact your cause can have to make a personal connection with the person you're calling.:
Campaign Office (New York, NY)
Overview: A professional but high-energy office where phone bankers work tirelessly to reach out to potential supporters.:
Landmarks: Phone lists, caller scripts, and a wall filled with upcoming event dates and rally plans.:
Tips: Take notes after every call to track progress and follow up with your contacts later.:
Local Government Office (Houston, TX)
High School Auditorium (Chicago, IL)
College Campus (Boston, MA)
Community Center (Phoenix, AZ)
Senior Center (Dallas, TX)
City Hall (Atlanta, GA)
Non-Profit Events Venue (Washington, D.C.)
Environmental Group Headquarters (Portland, OR)
Volunteer Meeting Hall (Las Vegas, NV)
Political Campaign Office (Detroit, MI)
Church Hall (St. Louis, MO)
Union Hall (Philadelphia, PA)
Conference Room (San Diego, CA)
Advocacy Group Office (Seattle, WA)
Local Hospital (Minneapolis, MN)
YMCA (Los Angeles, CA)
Local Library (New York, NY)
Museum (San Francisco, CA)
Public Park (Cleveland, OH)
Co-Working Space (Miami, FL)
Local Election Headquarters (Sacramento, CA)
Volunteer Office (Denver, CO)
Social Justice Center (New York, NY)
Public Housing Complex (Miami, FL)
Civic Engagement Event (Chicago, IL)
Civic Engagement
Political Advocacy
Volunteerism
Community Outreach
Social Justice
1. Campaign Software: CallHub
2. Non-Profit Organization: American Cancer Society
3. Campaign Organization: Democratic National Committee
4. Fundraising Platform: GoFundMe
5. Volunteer Matching: Idealist
6. Political Consultant: FLS Connect
7. Phone Banking Software: MiniVAN
8. Campaign Fundraiser: Kickstarter
9. Event Management Software: Eventbrite
10. Social Media Platform: Facebook
11. Political Merchandise Store: Zazzle
12. Political News Website: Politico
13. Community Organizer App: Mobilize
14. Voter Registration Tool: Vote.org
15. Email Campaigning Platform: Mailchimp
16. Political Ads Platform: Google Ads
17. Text Messaging Campaign Tool: CallFire
18. Digital Marketing Service: Sprout Social
19. Local Election Event: Election Day Rally
20. Public Awareness Campaign: Change.org
21. Fundraising Platform: CrowdRise
22. Phone Service: Verizon
23. Online Advocacy Tool: Care2
24. Campaign Analytics Tool: i360
25. Political Event Tickets: Ticketmaster
26. Phone Banking App: GetThru
27. Volunteer Engagement Software: SignUp Genius
28. Text Message Campaign Tool: Twilio
29. Donor Database Software: DonorPerfect
30. Political Analytics Firm: Nate Silver’s FiveThirtyEight
31. Volunteer Gear Store: Custom Ink
32. Volunteer Training Program: National Democratic Training Committee
33. Survey Tool: SurveyMonkey
34. Political Data Management: Votebuilder
35. Event Planning Software: Social Tables
36. Civic Engagement Group: National Action Network
37. Public Speaking Coach: Toastmasters
38. Political Leadership Development: Run for Something
39. Petition Platform: iPetitions
40. Local Election Office: County Clerk’s Office
41. Political Phone Banking System: Campaign Sidekick
42. Non-Profit Volunteering Group: VolunteerMatch
43. Door-to-Door Political Outreach: Political Campaign Office
44. Voter Registration Event: Voter Registration Drive
45. Grassroots Political Event: Public Rally
46. Call Center for Campaigning: Call Center Services
47. Candidate Apparel: Under Armour
48. Political Memoir Author: Amazon
49. Political Event Venue: Local College Campus
50. Campaign Event Catering: Whole Foods Market
1. Campaign Headquarters (Local Office)
2. Political Phone Banking System (MiniVAN Setup)
3. Volunteer Sign-Up (Idealist)
4. Political Literature Printing (Vistaprint)
5. Call Center Setup (Volunteers ready with headsets)
6. Phone Banking Application (MiniVAN)
7. Training Center (National Democratic Training Committee)
8. Fundraising Setup (GoFundMe)
9. Digital Phone Banking Tools (Twilio)
10. Event Venue Setup (Eventbrite)
• Jabra Headset (for clear communication)
• iPhone (for efficient call tracking)
• Twilio API (for digital phone banking)
• Vistaprint Flyers (for campaign materials)
• Dell Laptop (for campaign work)
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