Donation Levels Democratic Champion: $20.10 per month Sustaining Member: $20.10 per quarter Party Stalwart: $20.10 twice a year Party Supporter: $20.10 one-time
Your contribution is critical --- for example, 103 Democrats contributing $20.10 per month for the full year --- along with the generous on-going support of the Democratic Men’s Club ---- will guarantee that the party’s annual office operations budget would be met. Every dollar helps.
The work of our party costs money, and the many activities that we sponsor must be supported by loyal Democrats. With over 103,000 registered Democrats in our County, sustaining operations should not be as challenging as it is --- if every registered party member contributed $0.36 per year, we’d meet our annual administrative budget. In the absence of that level of support, we must ask those of you who feel a special connection to step up and give what you can.
The Board and a growing circle of active members are working hard to make sure that we raise all that we need to keep our office open and to support local efforts to gain additional Democratic victories. The 2008 presidential election was a unique time for us, and we saw an unprecedented number of people step forward under the Democratic banner. In 2009 we instituted the first “Democratic Champions” campaign to help bring in funds, and this year the Board has voted to continue the Champions drive with the “$20.10” campaign --- an effort to both raise necessary resources and highlight the importance of this fall’s elections.
Funds raised through “$20.10” will be directed towards office operations, leaving dollars raised from our annual gala and other events to provide additional support for GOTV, candidate recruitment and training, precinct organizing, and other important party activities. Please click on the “$20.10” button to give what you can, or drop a check in the mail when it’s convenient. Democracy isn’t free, and neither is keeping our party alive and well.
How to Donate to the $20.10 Campaign:
1) Click the "Click to Donate" button to open the Donation Page. 2) Select $20.10 Option 3) Check "Make my payment a recurring payment:" 4) Choose a frequency and times based on your donation level.
e.g. a Sustaining Member would choose Quarter and enter 4 into the periods box.
5) Fill out the remaining information.
Young Democrats Meet Tuesday, February 9th
Young Dems will meet Tuesday Feb, 9th at 6pm at FCDP headquarters. The purpose of this meeting is to talk about what has been done and all that yet needs to be done. Please make every effort to come to this meeting. New officers for 2010 will be elected! If you have any questions or are interested in serving as an officers with the Young Dems, please contact Frank Eaton at 624-3717.
FCDP Board's Corner - Week of February 8th
President's Day Call to Action - - Your Voice is Needed! Monday, February 15th, 12:00 noon - 6:00 p.m. at Headquarters Keep the light on health care reform! Last week, an alarming new study published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services shows that health care costs increased last year at the fastest rate in more than a half century. Health care spending rose to an estimated $2.5 trillion in 2009, or $8,047 per person - and is now projected to nearly double by 2019. If we don't act, this growing burden will mean more lost jobs, more families pushed into bankruptcy, and more crushing debt for our nation.
Also last week, President Obama addressed Senate Democrats to urge lawmakers to continue their work on this issue even as Congress has shifted its attention to addressing the nation's unemployment rate. Let your voice be among those supporting a continued focus on health care reform. Join us next week in writing letters to the president, our representatives in the U.S. House and the U.S. Senate and generating letters to the editor to keep attention on the need for health care reform.
Drop by HQ anytime from 12:00 noon - 6:00 p.m. on Monday, February 15 to celebrate President's Day by speaking out. During this time, you can also learn more about how you can make a difference by volunteering your time this year - - even if it is only one hour a week. 2010 is important. Now is the time to get involved.
Senior Democrats Honor African-American Teachers
We will be honoring several African -American teachers and their contributions to the education of our children during the periods of segregation, integration and re-segregation. The event will be held Wed. Feb. 3rd, 9 AM at Omega House, located on Peter's Creek Pkwy. Everyone is invited to participate, and that includes pre-seniors.
Democratic Men's Breakfast - Saturday, February 20th
Due to Saturday's snowstorm, the Forsyth County Democratic Men's breakfast was postponed and has now been rescheduled for Saturday February 20th. U.S. Senatorial candidate Cal Cunningham will be the featured speaker. Everyone is welcome at 9 AM at FCDP headquarters, 1128 Burke Street.
Precinct News - Week of February 8th
Precinct 602 is sponsoring a "Community Health Fare" on Saturday, February 27th from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm at First Alliance Church, located at 1601 Pope Road. Health professionals from the Winston Salem area will be there to provide information ( and selected testing) on such subjects as diabetes, cardiovascular health, blood pressure, children's health issues, and natural health options. This health fare is for the entire family, so mark the date on your calendars now. For more information or if you wish to assist with this health fare, please contact either: Chairperson: Marion Williams (#231-2524) or: Vice-Chair: Lou Hutson (#788-7494). A regularly scheduled Precinct meeting will follow the heath fare and will start at approximately 2:15 pm. Please plan to also attend this important meeting.
Café con Leche Meeting for Census Volunteers - Saturday, February 13th
Saturday, Feb. 13th, 10:00 AM Urban League We will set up our individual schedules for those who will go out into FTCC ESL classes so we can reach Hispanic populations throughout Forsyth. Please plan to attend this meeting. We will need lots of volunteers! Your schedule will determine how much you are able to help. These classroom visits will begin in February and run through March.
Democracy North Carolina - NEW Triad Office Open House: February 11
Democracy NC is proud to announce that their Triad office is open and ready to go! Join them at an Open House on Thursday, February 11th at 6:00pm. The office is located at the Winston Mutual Building, 1225 E. 5th Street, Winston-Salem. To RSVP, contact Linda Sutton, Triad NC Organizer, Democracy NC at (336) 870-2168 or email:
Refreshments will be provided and Democracy NC will talk briefly about their upcoming plans for this year. Most importantly, it's a chance for Democracy Advocates from throughout the Triad to get to know one another better and fellowship in a relaxed setting. The Triad office is also the home of Democracy Winston-Salem: The Voting Rights Coalition. This great local group has been on the ground registering and educating voters since 2003! It will also serve as the home office for our Triad Democracy Summer team and full-time Organizer Linda Sutton.
2010 Elections
The new election year is officially upon us. Candidate filing for the 2010 races is Feb 8-26. Many candidates have announced their intention to seek re-election or are entering the race for the first time. If you or anyone you know is thinking about running or already planning to run, please contact our Headquarters so we can begin working together as we look toward a primary election on May 4 and a general election on Nov 2.
Winter SEC Meeting February 13th in Durham
The Winter 2010 SEC Meeting will be held on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010 at the Durham Marriott Convention Center 201 Foster Street Durham, NC 27701
2010 Census Training for Volunteers - February 8th
Monday, February 8th, 2010 6:00 pm-7:00 pm City Hall Annex, Bryce Stuart Municipal Bldg. 2nd Floor Conference Rm. 100 E. First Street, Winston-Salem Kelly B. Bennett, 2010 Census Complete Count Coordinator for Forsyth County, will be holding a training session for volunteers interested in going into Forsyth Tech Community College ESL classrooms to explain the reasons for the 2010 Census to our local immigrant population. We need to encourage them that it is safe to take part and to be counted. Cafe con Leche is coordinating this with Mr. Bennett and hopes to draw many volunteers. Other Census-related volunteer work may evolve from this depending on the response we get to this call for help. Fluency in Spanish is not required but we will need bilingual volunteers, as well. For questions or comments, please contact Mary Dickinson, Secretary, Cafe con Leche at 336-659-2464 or
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Triad Census 2010 Training: February 20 Another Opportunity!
Democracy North Carolina, Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods, the Winston-Salem Urban League, Alpha Kappa Alpha Connections, and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority will be co-sponsoring a Census training on Saturday, February 20th from 10:00am - 2:00pm at the Winston-Salem Urban League, 201 West Fifth St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. The training is free and open to the public. Lunch will be provided.
To register, contact Triad Organizer Linda Sutton with Democracy North Carolina at
or call (336) 870-2168. Please provide your full contact information, including phone, email, and mailing address. Also, please specify any dietary restrictions you may have.
Participants at this training will learn more about the Census process, including how to effectively reach hard-to-count areas, how to apply for Census jobs, outreach to faith and community leaders, and other helpful tips. We will also discuss how the Census ties into all the important issues facing our community such as money for roads and schools, voting districts, community development and more. Register today, space is limited!
Organizing Precincts
Note about Organizing Precincts Please review the list of currently organized precincts.
If your precinct does not have officers listed and is, therefore, not
organized and you would like to be involved in the organizing effort
for your precinct, please contact us at FCDP Headquarters at 724-5941
or at
We would love to have your help!
Help Make a Sound!
We are frequently asked about items that would be on the party's wish list. One of these items is a portable sound system. If you have ever been to a party meeting (inside or outside) and had a hard time hearing the speaker, then you know how valuable this item could be. Our own Dan Bennett is leading an effort to provide funding for this much needed item. The total cost estimate is $1,000. The value of a sound system will only multiply as we look toward a busy 2010 with U.S. Senate and U.S. House races along with many local and state contests. If you can give a few dollars to this effort or if you have any questions, please contact Dan at 768-0942 or the FCDP at 724-5941. Donations will be accepted at headquarters.
Stretchercize
Every Thursday at 9:30 am. at FCDP HQ. Everyone is welcomed!!
Paid for by the Forsyth County Democratic Party
Post Office Box 20621, Winston-Salem, NC 27120-0621
Not authorized by any candidate or candidate committee.
Young Dems will meet Tuesday Feb, 9th at 6pm at FCDP headquarters. The purpose of this meeting is to talk about what has been done and all that yet needs to be done. Please make every effort to come to this meeting. New officers for 2010 will be elected! If you have any questions or are interested in serving as an officers with the Young Dems, please contact Frank Eaton at 624-3717.