Frequently Asked Questions

  • We Stand United of Mid-Missouri is a nonpartisan group driving systemic change through respectful, local action. We mobilize communities to uphold democracy, hold leaders accountable, and advocate for policies that serve all.

  • You can join by signing up on our website, attending local events, or volunteering for campaigns. Your donations help fund our advocacy work and community events.

  • Activities include meetings, rallies, marches, town halls, voter registration drives, educational workshops, and advocacy campaigns targeting local and national issues.

  • Our agenda is shaped by input from our members, urgent political developments, and opportunities for impact. We listen to our local groups and adjust our focus as needed while staying true to our core values.

  • There are many ways to participate:

    - Attend local meetings and events

    - Contact your elected officials about important issues

    - Donate to support our work

    - Share our content on social media

    - Recruit friends and family to join the cause

  • Calls to action (CTAs) are specific requests for members to take a particular step on an issue - like calling your representative about pending legislation, attending a rally, or sharing important information. When you sign up for our email list, you'll receive timely alerts about ways to make your voice heard.

  • Very effective! Elected officials and their staff track constituent contacts on issues, and personal phone calls are particularly impactful. We provide scripts and talking points to make these calls easy and effective. Personal visits to legislators’ offices are also very effective.

  • No prior experience is required—just a commitment to making a difference. We provide resources to help you get started.

  • Absolutely! We understand that people have busy lives and different capacities for involvement. Even small actions matter. Whether you have 5 minutes, 5 hours, or 5 days a month to give, there are meaningful ways to contribute to our movement.

  • Yes, we partner with like-minded organizations to amplify our collective impact. We believe in the power of coalition-building. We regularly collaborate with allied organizations on campaigns, events, and initiatives where our missions align. We're stronger when we work together.

  • Subscribe to our newsletter or follow our calendar of events posted on our website.

  • Donations fund advocacy campaigns, community events, and operational costs (e.g. printing, website expenses, mailing, etc.) to support our mission. No one in our organization is paid; we are all volunteers.

  • No, we are a nonpartisan organization committed to the principles of democracy rather than party politics.

  • We don't directly endorse candidates as an organization. However, we do provide information about candidates' positions on issues that matter to our members, and we encourage informed civic participation.

  • Our leadership team consists of advocates and community organizers dedicated to empowering grassroots movements.

  • We're funded solely through small-dollar donations from our members and supporters.