BallotReady

Provides nonpartisan voter information platform

Chicago, Illinois, United States

About BallotReady

BallotReady enhances democratic participation by providing voters with detailed, nonpartisan information about elections. The company aggregates data from various government levels and presents it through a digital platform that offers personalized insights on candidates and ballot measures. This allows voters to make informed choices in every election. Unlike its competitors, BallotReady focuses on partnerships with organizations, including major companies like Snapchat and Spotify, to help them engage their users in the political process. The goal of BallotReady is to increase voter turnout and support civic engagement by making political information accessible and actionable for everyone.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$2.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Government & Public Sector, Social ImpactIndustries
51-200Employees

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like TurboVote may impact BallotReady's market share.
Reliance on social media partnerships poses risks if platform policies or algorithms change.
Privacy concerns or regulatory scrutiny could affect the Statara partnership's success.

Differentiation

BallotReady offers comprehensive, nonpartisan voter guides for local elections across all 50 states.
The platform aggregates data from every government level, making it accessible and actionable.
BallotReady partners with major platforms like Snapchat to enhance voter engagement and information.

Upsides

BallotReady's partnership with Statara enhances digital advocacy capabilities for reaching elected officials.
Recent $4.5 million funding supports expansion and scaling of operations and workforce.
Integration with social media platforms like Snapchat increases reach among Gen Z voters.