About New American Leaders Action Fund (NALAF) Endorsements:
We are committed to increasing New American representation at all levels of office by supporting bold New American candidates running for office. We support candidates grounded in community who want to create an inclusive and welcoming country for New Americans and who are interested in creating a healthy democracy for all.
Who NALAF Endorses:
Candidates running for local, state, or congressional seats who are New Americans from all racial and ethnic backgrounds, including U.S. territories, who demonstrate dedication to advancing democratic reforms and immigrant justice.
NALAF is committed to increasing New American representation at all levels of our democracy. Individuals are selected on values-based criteria, in addition to campaign viability.
Important Dates and Deadlines:
Monday, May 11th, 2026 at 11:59pm ET: Round 4 Deadline
- Candidates with August and September primary elections must apply by this date
The final deadline to apply for a NALAF endorsement in 2026 is Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026 at 11:59pm ET
NALAF Endorsement Priorities:
- New American candidates with a demonstrated commitment to strengthening our democracy and advancing immigration reforms at the statewide or municipal level.
- New American candidates from all 50 states and territories. NALAF will prioritize endorsements in regions with high populations of New Americans.
- Alum of New American Leaders (NAL) core training programs. NAL is our 501(c)(3) affiliate organization.*
- New American candidates who are women and nonbinary.
- New American candidates who are committed to turning out a diverse coalition of voters.
- New American candidates running for the first time.
- New Americans running in districts with an emerging New American population.
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*New American Leaders and New American Leaders Action Fund are separate organizations. New American Leaders is a 501 (c)(3) organization and does not coordinate or participate in any aspect of the endorsement process, candidate or campaign support, or any other partisan political activity.
Questions? Email our team at info@nalaf.org. If you would like to preview the application before you begin, please visit this website.