SEPTEMBER 2026

When: Tuesdays, Sept 1st  & 15th from 4-6pm

Where: Raymond O. Shelton School Administrative Center

901 E Kennedy Blvd

Tampa, FL 33602

You’re Invited! Advocate for Students and Public Education Local school boards play a critical role in shaping the future of our schools. Decisions about funding, curriculum, and policy directly impact students, families, and communities. Families for Strong Public Schools is expanding its School Board Monitoring Program statewide and is looking for engaged community members to help promote transparency, accountability, and student-centered decision-making. This program empowers volunteers to attend school board meetings, observe discussions, and submit brief monthly reports on key issues, including budget allocations and funding priorities, as well as curriculum and instructional policies, community engagement and transparency. We need advocates who are willing to show up, pay attention, and help ensure decisions are made in the best interest of students and families. Why Get Involved? By participating, you can: 

• Speak up for students and families.
• Monitor whether funding and curriculum decisions meet the needs of all students.
•  Support transparency, equity, and strong public education.

 Your voice matters. When communities show up, school boards listen. Together, we can help ensure local decisions reflect the values and priorities of the people they serve. Let’s build a stronger future for our students—one meeting at a time.

When: September 1st through 11th from 1-3:30pm

Where: Virtual

Join us for this virtual dialer phonebank where we'll call friendly Democrats and help them re-enroll in Vote-by-Mail. You can call from your house!

We recommend that you have:

a smartphone (required)

headset, earbuds, or AirPods (recommended)

a laptop or tablet (preferred but not required)

great energy!

Why We're Calling:

Florida’s vote-by-mail rules have changed, and many Hillsborough County Democrats are no longer signed up to get a mail ballot in 2026. These are some of our most reliable voters—and unless we reach them, many could be left behind. Your quick, helpful conversations will make a real difference.

Sign up to be sent all the details. Training and support provided.

When: Thursday, September 24 from 6-7:30pm

Where: The Skills Center  5107 N 22nd St  Tampa, FL 33610

Join us for a candid conversation, town hall featuring David Jolly, Katie Phang and our new Florida State Senator, Fentrice Driskell. This event is filling up fast. GET YOUR TICKETS ASAP!

When: October 19 through November 3 from 7am-7pm daily

Where: Bloomingdale Public Library

We are in urgent need of poll greeters for the general election period. We will have a tent and table set up outside the Bloomingdale Library polling location where we will be handing out slate cards, voter information and sign waving. There are many 2-hour shifts available. Please volunteer for one or more shifts. 

IMPORTANT. IF YOU ARE ABLE, WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS THAT CAN HANDLE SET UP AND BREAKDOWN EACH DAY. THIS INVOLVES TENT SET UP IN THE MORNINGS AT/OR BEFORE THE POLLS OPEN AND TAKE DOWN AFTER POLLS CLOSE, PUTTING UP AND TAKING AWAY CANDIDATE SIGNAGE AND ANY FLAGS OR BANNERS DAILY. THIS WOULD INCLUDE STORING THESE ITEMS OVERNIGHT FOR USE THE NEXT DAY. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT PRES. LIZ CONGERO AT 813-503-8639 OR BY EMAIL sedwcinfo@gmail.com.

When: Friday, Sept. 4th from 8:30-10:30am

Where: Nativity Catholic Church, Social Hall  705 E Brandon Blvd, Brandon

The Nativity Catholic Church holds a weekly event every other Friday morning called "The PB & J Ministry.' Volunteers make peanut butter & jelly sandwiches which get distributed to the homeless in our community.  We hope you can attend this one and other future events. Please wear your club T-Shirt.

When: September 13, 2026, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m

Where: Paul Sanders Park 602 W Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL 33511

Campaign at the Park

Keeping our momentum going toward November - let's celebrate our wins and lay out the path for securing this seat in Tallahassee!

Please donate what you can using additional contribution!

A supporter ticket covers meals and lit for our canvassing volunteers.

When: Friday, September 11th & 18th from 10:30am-12pm

Where: Riverview Public Library-Balm riverview Rd

Help renew vote by mail ballot requests and register voters at the Riverview Library.  

When: Friday, September 11th from 6-8pm

Where: Location upon RSVP

The best way to strengthen our democracy and build a blue Hillsborough is by knocking doors and talking to our neighbors.

Join us as we kick off Forward Together, our countywide field program focused on organizing, building real connections, and making sure every voice is heard.

At this launch canvass, you’ll meet fellow volunteers, get a quick training, and head out in teams to have meaningful conversations with voters in the community. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve canvassed before, you’re welcome here!

What to expect:

• A brief welcome and program overview
• Training on canvassing tools and conversations
• Team assignments and walk packets
• A supportive, people-powered environment

Please bring a fully charged tablet or phone, comfortable walking shoes, and water. We’ll provide the rest!

Questions? Contact District Leader Javier Guerrero, 813-732-8381 or precinctcaptain879@gmail.com

When: Saturday, September 12th from 9:30-11:30am

Where: Location upon RSVP

Lace up your walking shoes and join us for our canvass in Brandon. We will be talking to our neighbors to make sure their ready for the upcoming election in November and talking up the great candidates that will be on the ballot in the area.