Registering to vote is the first step to engage in civic life
and become a good steward of your
God-given responsibility of self-government.
The process for registering is easy and convenient, but unfortunately, millions of Americans are not registered to vote. Add to that the fact that Barna Research reports that in the last two presidential elections, voter-turnout among self-professing Christians was only 59 percent in 2012 and 61 percent in 2016.
We must do better in 2024!
Registering Voters is Easy!
In addition to those young people who will turn 18 years old by the March 19th Primary Election day, think about how many people you know who have moved or have gotten married and have changed their name. Consider engaging citizens who have not voted in the past to become actively involved in impacting our nation’s future!
Please consider holding a voter registration drive at your church.
Register Online
If you need to register, simply click this link to visit the Illinois State Board of Election’s “Online Voter Application.” It is safe, secure, and quick.
Print and Mail-In Form
1. Click HERE to download and print out the Illinois Voter Registration Application. Make as many copies as you think you will need during your church registration drive.
2. Mail the completed application(s) to your local election authority. Click HERE to look up the mailing address. They are usually by county, but if you live in the city of Chicago, Bloomington, Danville, Galesburg, East St. Louis, or Rockford, go to the end of the list for these address. If you are unsure of your election authority, please feel free to contact us. Call (708) 781-9328 during normal business hours, or email us anytime.
Additional Voter Registration Resources
Voter Registration Bulletin Inserts
Voter Registration FAQ’s
Q. I’ve moved. Do I need to register again?
A. Yes. Follow the process above.Q. My name has changed. Do I need to register again?
A. Yes. Follow the process above.Q. I sent in my form 2 weeks ago, but I haven’t heard anything back yet.
A. You should receive confirmation 4-6 weeks after your original submission. If you do not hear from your County Clerk by then, give them a call. Click HERE for a list of County Clerk offices.Q. I am a pastor or a church leader. Can I encourage the members at my church to register to vote and hold a voters registration drive?
A. Yes. Voter registration drives are not considered partisan political activity. Although certain limitations are imposed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax code and campaign laws, churches and pastors are able to engage in nonpartisan activity, particularly voter registration and voter education. There is no legal restriction whatsoever on the ability of churches to register voters or provide them candidate survey information, like the material provided in the IFI Voter Guide.
We cannot afford to grow weary. This year is shaping up to be one of the most critical elections ever for issues that affect our families.
Plato said, “The penalty that good men pay for not being interested in politics is to be governed by men worse than themselves.”
Read more: Your Vote for Life Will Matter in 2024 (NRTL)
