New Voters
A First-Time Voter Toolkit recommended for ages 17–25, especially those preparing to vote for the first time. These resources should help you move from “I want to vote” to “I know exactly what I need to do.” Clicking these links may take you away from this site.
Vote.gov — Register to Vote
Essential link--The federal government's voter registration portal. Visitors select their state to find registration instructions, deadlines, and official state registration services. Official government resource · All 50 states and DC
VOTE411 — Your Personalized Voting Guide
Essential link from the League of Women Voters Education Fund. Young voters can look up their ballot, explore candidate responses, find polling places, check registration, and plan how to vote. Nonpartisan · Personalized ballot information in English and Spanish
Rock the Vote
A youth-focused civic participation organization with voter registration assistance, election information, and resources designed to reach younger audiences.
Campus Vote Project
Particularly useful for college students who may be unsure whether to register at their campus address or permanent home address. Includes registration resources and materials for student voter outreach.
Additional first-time voter resources
USAGov — Check Your Registration
Verify that registration is active and information is correct
VOTE411 — What's on My Ballot?
See local races and compare candidates' responses before voting
USAGov — Voter ID Requirements
Learn whether identification is required and which documents qualify
USAGov — Absentee and Mail Voting
Understand absentee ballots and voting by mail
Registration checks, deadlines, and election reminders
Get help with voting questions or problems at the polls; call 866-OUR-VOTE
U.S. Election Assistance Commission
Official voter information, accessibility resources, and election guidance








