Branch is a free, nonpartisan platform that provides personalized ballot information by matching users' addresses to local election data, enabling voters to easily access details about candidates and their positions. This service addresses the challenge of navigating complex local elections, allowing users to make informed decisions quickly and confidently.
Funding
$100K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many voters find it challenging to navigate complex local elections and often lack easily accessible, consolidated information about candidates and their positions on key issues. This lack of information can lead to uninformed decisions, especially in smaller, down-ballot races that significantly impact communities.
Solution
Branch is a nonpartisan platform designed to provide voters with personalized ballot information, simplifying the process of preparing for elections. By matching a user's address to local election data, Branch delivers a comprehensive overview of candidates, their stances on relevant issues, and campaign backing. The platform summarizes candidate information, enabling users to quickly grasp the essentials and vote confidently, even in less-publicized local races. Branch aims to empower voters to make informed choices by offering a streamlined, user-friendly experience that demystifies the election process.
Target Audience
Branch primarily targets individual voters who want to be more informed about candidates and issues in local elections, as well as civic engagement organizations seeking to promote voter education.
Features
- Address-based ballot lookup to identify upcoming elections and candidates.
- Summarized candidate profiles, including positions on key issues and campaign supporters.
- Nonpartisan approach, ensuring fair and unbiased information for all candidates.
- Personalized ballot information tailored to the user's specific location and districts.
- Candidate tracking to save preferred candidates for future elections.