Help Protect Marriage Equality Take a Volunteer-Vacation In Maine

[JackBeck]

In May, Maine became the fifth state in the nation to win marriage equality. But the fight is not over. Opponents want to turn back the clock by placing a referendum – modeled after California's Prop 8 – on this November’s ballot.

Maine has now become ground zero in the national fight for marriage equality. As a national community, we need to rally around Maine and send the message we will not turn back the clock. Maine needs your help to win. Join us by donating today or by taking a Volunteer Vacation.

How It Works


During the month leading up to the election, the campaign will be hosting a team of highly motivated volunteers from around the country to serve as full-time, volunteer campaign staff. In Maine voters begin casting their ballots in October, so we’re planning the Volunteer Vacation to run during the entire month of October.

There are several shifts to choose from, each lasting one week (although you’re welcome to stay longer):

WEEK #1: Sun, Oct 4 – Sun, Oct 11 (Arrive Sat, Oct 3. Orientation Sun, Oct 4. Depart Sun, Oct 11)
WEEK #2: Sun, Oct 11 – Sun, Oct 18 (Arrive Sat, Oct 10. Orientation Sun, Oct 11. Depart Sun, Oct 18)
WEEK #3: Sun, Oct 18 – Sun, Oct 25 (Arrive Sat, Oct 17. Orientation Sun, Oct 18. Depart Sun, Oct 25)
WEEK #4: Sun, Oct 25 – Sun, Nov 1 (Arrive Sat, Oct 24. Orientation Sun, Oct 25. Depart Sun, Nov 1)

Once you arrive in Maine, you will receive a full orientation and will be assigned to a team, where you will be trained on various aspects of the campaign. The campaign will provide housing with local supporters, but you will be responsible for paying for your own travel to/from Portland, food, and local transportation.

Your Role


Volunteer Vacation is designed for folks who want to volunteer full-time to help identify supporters, recruit other volunteers, and run the Get-Out-the-Vote operation necessary to win the election. You will get an intensive, hands-on campaign experience while working with a great team from around the country.

Next Steps

If you’re interested in taking a Volunteer Vacation, please fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch. See you in Maine!

http://action.protectmaineequality.org/t/4847/signUp.jsp?key=2377