Help Protect the Vote

Every voter deserves to cast a ballot without confusion, intimidation, or barriers. Local groups need people to help make that happen, and you don’t need experience to pitch in.

Got one hour? That counts. When lots of us give a little time, it adds up fast. Find an opportunity below and sign up.

Know the key dates:

Oct 23, 2026

Last day to register or update your registration

Friday, Sept 18 - Friday, Oct 31

Early in-person voting period

You may go to ANY available location in YOUR locality. Check your locality’s website for locations and times. Some localities have weekends available towards the end of the early voting period.

Nov 3, 2026

Election Day

You must go to your assigned precinct. You assigned precinct is based on your current residential address.
Check online to find your polling place:
https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation

Polling places are open from 6am-7pm. If you are in line at 7pm, you will be allowed to vote.

Find other important voter information at 866ourvote.org/state/virginia/

Volunteer Opportunities

  • ROANOKE COUNTY POLL GREETER

    WHAT:‍ ‍Welcome voters, hand out example ballots and explain them, answer simple questions about voting, and help people have a positive experience voting.

    WHEN: Election Day, 1-2 hours per shift, at a time of day that you’re available.

    WHERE: A polling location near you, outside the building (and not within 40 feet of an entrance).

    WHO: Roanoke County Democratic Committee

    FIND A SHIFT

  • POLL WORKER/OFFICER OF ELECTIONS

    WHAT: Work as a paid poll worker. Duties include Greeter, Pollbook Officer, Ballot Officer, Voting Equipment and Booth Officer, Chief Officer, Assistant Chief Officer, and Electoral Board member.

    WHEN: Election Day and/or leading up to Election Day.

    WHERE: Inside a polling location near you, but training will happen elsewhere. Training required ahead of time

    WHO: Virginia Department of Elections

    LEARN MORE

  • VOTER PROTECTION HOTLINE VOLUNTEER

    WHAT: Assist voters experiencing problems or intimidation at the polls.

    WHEN: Election Day

    WHERE: From home. Training required.

    WHO: 866OurVote.org

    SIGN UP