League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia (LWV-DC)

Name

League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia (LWV-DC)

Legal name

League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia

Website

https://lwvdc.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Civic Education and Voter Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (81341), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133), Political Organizations (813940)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

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Democracy, Voting Rights & Civic Participation Advocacy

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Civil Rights, Advocacy & Public Policy Organizations

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Civic Education & Community Engagement (Voting, Local Government)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Community & Public Education Programs (Libraries, Community Centers)

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Civic, Citizenship & Community Engagement Education

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Continuing Education (Noncredit) & Lifelong Learning Programs

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Civic Literacy (Voting, Rights, Community Participation)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Adult Basic Education (ABE) & Literacy

Keywords

• Voter education services
• Civic engagement programs
• Nonpartisan voter guides
• Democracy advocacy
• Community organizing

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from individual supporters who join the organization to support its mission of civic education and voter engagement.
2. Donations: Voluntary contributions from individuals, foundations, and organizations supporting democratic participation and civic education in DC.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia provides nonpartisan civic education and voter engagement services for Washington, DC residents. Its core offerings include the VOTE411 voter information platform, specialized voter education toolkits (Ranked Choice Voting, Young Voter, Educator's, DC Statehood, Voter's Toolbox, Absentee Ballot, and Combat Election Dis/Mis/Mal-Information), an Immigrant Help Resource Page, a DC Local Resources directory, a Youth Fellowship program, and a youth Poster Contest. Services are delivered free to end users and supported by membership dues and donations.

Product overview

League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia (LWV-DC) is a nonpartisan political organization that offers a portfolio of civic education and voter engagement tools and resources. The core product is VOTE411, an online voter information guide. The organization provides multiple specialized toolkits including the Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) Toolkit, Young Voter Toolkit, Educator's Toolkit, DC Statehood Toolkit, Voter's Toolbox, and Absentee Ballot Toolkit. Additional offerings include combat election misinformation resources, an Immigrant Help Resource Page, DC Local Resources directory, a Youth Fellowship program, and a Poster Contest for youth voter education. These products work together to support informed and active participation in government through education and advocacy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VOTE411 Nonpartisan online voter information guide providing all election-related information voters need, including what's on their ballot, where to vote, and candidate information. Available to any DC voter online.
• Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) Toolkit Educational resource providing clear, accessible materials to help voters understand and participate in Ranked Choice Voting, the voting method used in Washington D.C. starting in 2026. Includes quick reference guides, FAQs in English and Spanish, video tutorials, and practice ballots.
• Young Voter Toolkit Presentation designed to inform young people about the importance of voting and how to vote, targeting DC residents aged 16-27.
• Educator's Toolkit Educational resources and activities for K-12 and postsecondary educators to engage students in the voting process, including scavenger hunts, lesson plans, and speaker resources.
• DC Statehood Toolkit Educational resources designed to inform citizens and elected officials about the lack of full democracy in Washington D.C. and to encourage support for DC Statehood.
• Voter's Toolbox Online voter registration resources and tools for registering to vote in the District of Columbia.
• Absentee Ballot Toolkit Guide providing resources to host Absentee Ballot Registration events.
• Combat Election Dis/Mis/Mal-Information Resources Tools and information to combat election misinformation, including proactive practices, tactics, and community resilience strategies.
• LWVDC Youth Fellowship Pilot fellowship program for current D.C. undergraduate and graduate students to get involved in democracy, civic education, and issue advocacy work.
• LWVDC Poster Contest Youth voter education art contest designed to engage young people in civic participation through creative expression.
• Immigrant Help Resource Page Dedicated webpage connecting immigrants and new citizens with critical support and legal services, including emergency services, legal aid, and refugee services.
• DC Local Resources Comprehensive resource page providing Washington DC local services information including city services, government, voting, transportation, housing, health, food assistance, and more.

Quantifiable outcome

• VOTE411 provides voter guide going live May 1st for 2026 elections with information on all candidates
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• League of Women Voters (National)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLWV-DC is a local chapter of the national League of Women Voters organization. The national organization provides the VOTE411 platform, branding, resources, and coordination for state and local leagues across the United States.
• DC Board of ElectionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial partnership for voter education and election administration. LWVDC promotes VOTE411 as the official voter guide linked from DC Board of Elections website, and assists with election worker recruitment.
• Rank the DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Ranked Choice Voting education in DC. Jointly developed RCV training materials and PowerPoint presentations for voter education on the new RCV system.
• Capital City Public Charter SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership where 5th grade teachers and students created Get Out the Vote presentations for seniors and families during Black History Month program.
• Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center (APALRC)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorListed as a resource partner on LWVDC's Immigrant Help page, providing immigration legal services information to DC immigrant communities.
• AyudaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorListed as a resource partner on LWVDC's Immigrant Help page, providing immigrant services and legal assistance to DC residents.
• Catholic Charities - Refugee Service CenterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorListed as a resource partner on LWVDC's Immigrant Help page, providing direct services, employment support, and refugee assistance.
• Virginia Immigration Rapid Response HotlineminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCross-jurisdictional partnership providing emergency assistance for immigrants in Virginia, DC, and Maryland facing ICE encounters.
• Migrant Solidarity Mutual AidminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMutual aid network of community organizations and volunteers dedicated to supporting migrants arriving in D.C., with hotline available at 202-335-1183.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Nonprofit Vote: National nonpartisan organization helping nonprofits run nonpartisan voter engagement programs. Comparable in supporting civic engagement infrastructure, though it serves as a capacity-builder for other orgs rather than running direct voter education.

Direct peers

• HeadCount: Nonpartisan voter registration organization using music and cultural events for outreach. Comparable in voter mobilization mission, with similar volunteer-driven, community-event distribution model.
• Rank the District: DC-based coalition promoting Ranked Choice Voting adoption. Direct partner of LWV-DC on RCV education materials; operates in the same geographic market with overlapping voter education mandate.
• Common Cause: National nonpartisan government accountability and voting rights advocacy organization with state chapters. Comparable in mission (democracy reform, voting access) and operates in DC with overlapping policy priorities.
• FairVote: National nonpartisan organization promoting Ranked Choice Voting and electoral reform. Directly comparable to LWV-DC's RCV education work and is an active partner via Rank the District.
• DC Vote: DC-focused advocacy organization campaigning for DC statehood and voting rights. Shares LWV-DC's DC statehood advocacy mission and operates in the same geographic market with overlapping voter mobilization goals.
• Rock the Vote: National nonpartisan organization focused on youth voter registration and engagement. Directly comparable to LWV-DC's Young Voter Toolkit and Youth Fellowship programs targeting the same 16-27 demographic.
• When We All Vote: Nonpartisan voter registration and turnout organization founded by Michelle Obama. Comparable in mission and target audience (especially young and underrepresented voters), though operates nationally.
• League of Women Voters (National): The national parent organization providing VOTE411, branding, and coordination. Directly comparable as the umbrella civic education entity, though it operates at a national scale rather than DC-only.

Broad incumbents

• Brennan Center for Justice: National law and policy institute focused on voting rights, election reform, and democracy. Comparable in election administration and voting rights advocacy mission, though operates at a much larger research and litigation scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

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