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When you join Boots on the Ground Midwest, you’re not just signing up for emails or events.

 You’re finding a community of people who care deeply, show up consistently, and believe that local actions add up to real change.

Whether you’re ready to protest, help educate voters, host conversations in your living room, or simply learn alongside others—you belong here. There is a place for you, at your pace, with people who have your back.

This is how momentum is built. This is how hope becomes action. Come find your people—and help shape what comes next

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Join Boots on the Ground

Whether your passionate about one particular issue, ready to help wherever you can or both…we have a place for you.

volunteer communities

We can’t do this alone and we can put you to work in whatever area you feel most comfortable. Fill out the form and let us know your background, skills and interests.

Events Team

Good for folks who: are organized, love to host, enjoy connecting with people. Help plan and/or staff events:

Tasks: Set up. Tear down. Plan/Manage logistics.

  • Past: No Kings Day. Forum on CoreCivic. Jan 14 Rotunda Takeover in Topeka.
  • Upcoming: Forum on Supreme Court. Monthly meet ups. Community Defense training.

Good for folks who are: comfortable with computers; self-directed. Help keep things moving behind the scenes:

Tasks: Data entry. Research. Spreadsheets.

Examples: Look up open precinct leaders. Put names in spreadsheets. Schedule rooms at library. Send reminders. Send follow ups. Input attendee information. Look up information about upcoming legislation.

Good for folks who: stay on top of what’s happening; engage in social media; are comfortable working online. Keep information flowing:

Tasks: Enter items in calendar. Load info on website. Research information for social media/newsletter posts. Share information with other orgs and on social media.

Examples: Look through social media for events of interest. Unearth info about voting rights in Kansas. Create flyers for pop up protest.

Good for folks who: love chatting with new people; are comfortable talking about Boots

Represent BOTG at events – ours and others.

Tasks: Pass out flyers at protests. Table at events. Greet people.   

Examples: Table/pass out BOTG info at upcoming rally. Greet people at Monthly Meet Ups. Attend other groups’ meetings to learn how BOTG can collaborate.   

Good for folks who: are comfortable going to events, follow the rules, and can commit to de-escalation. Ensure crowd is safe at events. 

Tasks: Undergo training to monitor crowds during big events. 

Examples: Weekly protests. No Kings rally. Pop-up events.

 

issue circles

If you’re passionate about a particular issue, this is an action-oriented deep-dive. You’ll work on strategy, research and actions related to a specific issue. We are starting with three of the most critical right now, but we’ll expand as need and volunteer support expands. Fill out this form and tell us what is keeping you awake at night!

Democracy and Voting Rights

Circle mandate: Protect free, fair, and accessible democracy by defending voting rights, election integrity, and local control against suppression and manipulation.

Potential action items:

  • Block or mitigate voter suppression policies at the state or local level
  • Support initiatives that promote and enable voter access.

Immigration and ICE Accountability

Circle mandate: Defend immigrant communities by understanding and exposing local laws related to ICE;  understanding elected leaders’ position on ICE; helping organize trainings and business canvassing. 

Potential action items:

  • Shining a light on local leaders’/council’s positions on ICE, so people go into elections knowing where people stand. 
  • Bringing canvassing and rapid responding broadly throughout the community.

Midterm Elections

Circle mandate: Identify and mobilize around key state issues we face in the midterms in both Kansas and Missouri. 

Potential action items:

  • Identify upcoming harmful legislation so we can organize around it. 
  • Publicly define what’s happening in Topeka and Jeff City before opponents do
  • Create visible constituent pressure on key legislators

Connect with Boots on the Ground

Want to learn more, but don’t know where to start? Here are a few ways you can jump right in to our work:

  • Community Hubs – A welcoming, small group close to your home where neighbors connect, learn, and take meaningful action together to strengthen democracy and support one another.
  • Meet-Ups – Monthly opportunities to connect with the entire Boots community in person. Includes a speaker, spotlight on a non-profit and walk-away actions and activities.
  • Wednesday Workshops, newsletter, postcard writing, protests, rallies…so many ways to get involved and build your own community!
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