About ActBlue News

ActBlue News is an independent news project covering ActBlue, the American nonprofit online fundraising platform that has powered Democratic and progressive campaigns since 2004.

Our Mission

We provide clear, factual coverage of the organization that has become the backbone of Democratic campaign infrastructure. From record fundraising milestones to legal battles, product launches to leadership changes, we track the story of ActBlue as it shapes — and is shaped by — American politics.

What We Cover

• Milestones — fundraising records, growth metrics, and organizational achievements
• Elections — how ActBlue's platform performs in primary and general election cycles
• Legal — the investigations, lawsuits, and regulatory battles surrounding the platform
• Products — ActBlue's expanding suite of campaign tools (Fundraising, Raise, Field Tools, Website Builder)
• Leadership — the people running the organization and their decisions
• Analysis — deep dives into the numbers, trends, and structural forces shaping political fundraising

Our Standards

• We cite primary sources wherever possible — FEC filings, court documents, press releases, and on-the-record statements
• We correct errors promptly and transparently
• We do not endorse candidates or political parties
• We disclose our sources and methods

Independence

ActBlue News is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ActBlue LLC, ActBlue Civics, AB Charities, or any related entity. We are an independent project. ActBlue is a registered trademark of its respective owners.

Contact

For tips, corrections, or inquiries, reach us through the contact information on our Ethics Policy page.