What People Are Saying About F4D

  • "Most of us don’t have both the time and the capacity to do the research and analysis necessary to figure out the best way to use pro-democracy donations. So it’s best to be guided by experts who use research, intelligence and experience to develop their recommendations. One of the best at doing that is Focus for Democracy."

    — Stephen Schear, A Guide to Strategic Giving

  • “The F4D network's clear, transparent vision of success and rigorous standards for investment have created a one-of-a-kind space where those doing demonstratively effective work have the work improved and know that there is the opportunity for resourcing based on evidence -- that is not common.”

    — Yoni Landau, CEO, Movement Labs

  • "Your early investments enabled us to strategically plan our program in ways we could not have without early funding. Money raised and sent to the states early helped hire and retain vital staff, jumpstart recruitment in key districts, and start voter contact programs sooner. "

    — Daniel Squadron, President, Future Now and The States Project

  • "Thanks to the early support and help from the Focus Network, we were able to rapidly expand our communication capabilities and bring on sophisticated tools like rapid ad testing of our paid communications. This early support was crucial to our win. In fact, in a post election survey, most voters made up their mind to support Janet many weeks before the election, at a time when we were able to dominate the airwaves with targeted messages we knew resonated with the electorate, made possible by this early support."

    — Patrick Guarasci, Consultant to the Wisconsin Supreme Court Judge Janet Protasiewicz Campaign

  • "Aaron, your fundraising ability is absolutely amazing, and you and your partners (Liza, Julia, and Sandy) are great to have taken on supporting work that is so desperately needed. You have a terrific way of sincerely connecting with folks, listening to what they are saying, patiently addressing everyones questions, which allows them to express what they need/want to say, explaining concepts that are often wonky, keeping the “patter” going, and just doing a great job."

    —Frances, Network Member and Working America Board Member

  • "Thanks again for all you're doing. This group is such a force for good--and such a critical antidote to hopelessness! You have my thanks and appreciation."

    —Kathy, Network Member

  • Thank you for the very informative event. You always provide information that is essential to making good decisions.

    —Raye, Network Member

  • After watching their presentation, we decided that we would skip our random donations through ActBlue this year. We took our entire 2024 political donation budget, doubled it, and gave it to two organizations Focus for Democracy recommended.

    —Udi, Network Member

  • "...you guys have been the highlight of my activism. Thank you!! You deserve an award for savvy efforts! 🏆🥇Very proud to be associated."

    — Ann, Network Member