Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE)

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NASW-MN PACE is the political action committee of Minnesota’s NASW Chapter, dedicated to advancing social workers’ public policy goals by supporting candidates for public office who support NASW policy issues and align with the values and ethics of the social work profession. NASW-MN PACE informs NASW-MN members of endorsed candidates and mobilizes members to support their campaigns and vote. State Chapter PACE units collaborate with the national unit on federal elections.

NASW-MN PACE 2026 Endorsement Process

NASW-MN PACE will soon begin its endorsement process for the 2026 election cycle.

Candidates seeking endorsement will be asked to complete a candidate questionnaire as part of the review process. Additional information about the endorsement timeline and next steps will be shared as the process gets underway.

If you are a social worker running for public office, or if you are a candidate interested in seeking NASW-MN PACE endorsement, please contact us at pace.naswmn@socialworkers.org,  so we can include you in future communications about the endorsement process.

We look forward to hearing from candidates who are committed to advancing policies that support social workers, strengthen communities, and promote social justice across Minnesota.


Serve on NASW-MN PACE

If you have an interest in politics and ensuring NASW-MN endorses candidates who represent the social work profession, consider joining our PACE Committee!
Contact kgoodenough.naswmn@socialworkers.org for more information.


Donate to NASW-MN PACE

NASW-MN PACE contributions to endorsed candidate campaigns are made possible by generous donations from NASW members. ONLY NASW members can donate to support NASW-MN PACE and can do so at NASW membership sign-up or renewal, or by sending a check payable to NASW-MN PACE to NASW-MN, PO Box 44323, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.


Social Workers in Elected Office

MN-PACE wants to hear about Minnesota social workers serving in and running for elected office and political roles! This includes, but is not limited to: school board, city council, neighborhood caucuses, and other local and state government positions. If you or a social worker you know holds or is running for an elected position, please tell us about it! Contact NASW-MN at 651-293-1935 or kgoodenough.naswmn@socialworkers.org.



View our 2024 MN PACE endorsed candidates


Election Information

The primary election is on August 11, 2026.

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

Find your legislative district

Learn who currently represents you

The Minnesota Secretary of State’s website has a wide range of information on elections and voting, including links to register to vote, find your polling place, view your sample ballot, and see which candidates have filed.