Student Activists blazing the trail!

For 26 years, Democracy NC has been a training center for young activists, empowering them to make a difference across North Carolina and beyond.

As we celebrate the 26th anniversary of Democracy Summer, we're proud to welcome 18 "Friendterns" to our transformative nine-week internship program.

Your donation makes Democracy Summer possible.

Democracy Summer is more than just an opportunity to participate; it's a chance for students to dive deep into organizing strategy, refine their public speaking abilities, and develop critical leadership skills.

Will you help us fund our next class of "Friendterns"?

Together, we can ensure that the next generation of leaders has the resources, knowledge, skills, and passion to rise up against the challenges of our time and make a lasting impact.

Your support is not just a donation; it is an investment in the future of grassroots leadership.

Thank you for your continued support and for believing in our "Friendterns"!

#FundOurFriendterns!

SEE WHAT OUR FRIENDTERN ALUMNI HAVE TO SAY

Mini-Grant Campaign 2025

The 2025 Friendtern Cohort is challenged to raise $5,000 between June 2nd and July 18th.
Each participating Friendtern will be eligible for an approved project grant of up to $250 from Democracy NC.
Mini-Grant projects will be held between July 8th and August 30th.

Democracy Summer Mini-Grant Campaign

By Democracy NC

Democracy Summer Mini-Grant Campaign

26th Class Fundraiser

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