PAC / Campaign Finance
In the U.S., political action committees (PACs) allow like-minded individuals – from companies, associations, labor unions and other groups – to support their interests and issues by pooling their dollars and donating to candidates. Roughly 3,000 companies and associations operate PACs, which are transparent and federally monitored.
But managing a PAC is no small task. It requires the ability to solicit contributions, direct disbursements, comply with complex regulations and manage administrative functions.
With the emergence of Super PACs, changes to ethics laws and other reform proposals, it’s getting even harder to keep up with campaign finance practices.
That’s where we come in.
PAC Management and Legal Advice
Our expert staff will help you grow your PAC and get senior management support for your political involvement program. We’ll also provide the best legal advice and training on all aspects of compliance. Contact us with any question, any time.
Executive Education
Join these upcoming PAC education programs to gain expertise and connect with your peers. You can also earn a Certificate in PAC Management.
Political Involvement Network (PIN)
This network is a free, members-only forum that offers dynamic networking and idea-sharing opportunities. Association managers and executives can also participate in our Association Network.
Benchmarking Data
Our PAC Benchmarking Reports are the most comprehensive studies available on corporate and association PAC management and fundraising.
Publications and Recordings
Check out Council publications and audio recordings with more information on this topic.
News and Resources
- Corporate PACs and the Role of Transparency
- Key Steps to Building a Peer-to-Peer PAC Program
- Integrating Your PAC at Your Fly-In
- How to Grow Your PAC
- Developing a Comprehensive Election Cycle Budget
- Tips for a Successful PAC Board
- Best Practices for Creating an Effective PAC Brand
- Soliciting Your Organization’s Board of Directors
- Building an Effective Contribution Strategy
- Most Americans Support PACs, Oppose Federal Campaign Funding
- Incentivizing PAC Involvement
- Smart Strategies: Securing Sr. Management Buy-in
- PAC Videos on File at the Council
- Helpful Resource Organizations and Websites
- Tips on Buying Software for Your PAC
- Smart Disbursement Strategies
- Securing Sr. Management Support for Your PAC
- Sample Structures of PAC Bylaws
- Sample PAC Board Expectations
- PAC Audits: Legal and Operational
- New Trends Shaping Corporate PACs
- Coordinating a PAC with a Grassroots Program
- Survey of State Contribution Laws
- Lobbying and Political Involvement FAQs
- Compliance Rules for Bundling
- Tips on Combining PAC Solicitations and Assoc. Dues Billing
- Solicitation Checklist for a Broadbase Campaign
- Rationale for Payroll Deduction
- Fundraising FAQs
- Developing a Solicitor Training Manual
- Pro-PAC Arguments
- Patriotic Statistics and Quotes
- Elements of PAC Communications: Presentations, Brochures, & Solicitations
- Measuring and Proving the Value of Your Assoc. PAC
- Why Have PACs
- PAC Terminology
Kristin Brackemyre
Manager, PAC and Advocacy Practice
202.787.5969 | email
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