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TRENDS IN BUSINESS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEES

PAC Fundraising Trends

Average participation: 12%
Average contribution: $783
Cost per dollar raised: $0.29

Top Fundraising Methods

One-on-one solicitation by PAC staff: 88%
Email solicitation: 84%
One-on-one solicitation by volunteers: 75%
Dues billing/Payroll deduction: 74%
Small group meetings: 73%

Top Recognition Methods

Invitations to events: 88%
Opportunities to meet/network with public officials: 81%
Opportunities to network with peers: 76%
Insider information regarding politics: 71%
Public recognition, such as names on signage: 57%

Trends in PACs

REPORTS + ANALYSIS

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2021-2022 Election Cycle "Trends in Federal Business Political Action Committees" Study

Click here to download the full report, along with detailed charts and additional breakdowns from the 2021-2022 election cycle study.

2024 Large Association Best Practices Study

2019-2020 Trends In Federal Business Political Action Committees

2017-2018 Cycle Trends in Federal Business Political Action Committees

2018 Best Practices in Large Association Political Action Committees

2016 Trends in Federal Political Action Committees (PDF)

2016 Trends in Federal Political Action Committees Deck (PDF)

2014 Trends in Federal Political Action Committees (PDF)

2012 Trends in Political Action Committees (PDF)

2011 Comparative Analysis of Political Action Committees (PDF)

2004 – 2008 Comparative Analysis of Political Action Committees (PDF)

2008 Trends in Political Action Committees: “Beyond Direct Giving” (PDF)

2006 Trends in Political Action Committees (PDF)

2005 Trends in Political Communications (PDF)

2005 Corporate PAC Benchmark Study (PDF)

2004 Trends in Business Political Action Committees (PDF)

Reports + Analysis

NEWS + INFORMATION

Sep 253 min

Introducing a Fundraising Campaign

Trey Richardson, Managing Partner Why do so many fundraising campaigns fail? The reasons are many: Because organizations often are so...

Sep 33 min

Advocacy and Get-Out-the-Vote: Your PAC's Civic Duty

Chad Taylor, Head of Strategy and Planning Advocacy and Get-Out-the-Vote: Your PAC's Civic Duty Elections are right around the corner...

Aug 63 min

Elevate Your Emails: Six Data-Driven Trends from the First Half of 2024

Blake Toman, Market Research Analyst It’s hard to believe we’re halfway through 2024! As you evaluate your program's communications,...

Aug 53 min

Maximizing Event Fundraising

Chad Taylor, Head of Strategy and Planning Fundraising events are a cornerstone of Political Action Committees. Not only do they serve as...

Jul 183 min

Keys to Effective Budgeting

Trey Richardson, Managing Partner Summer is upon us. Association and corporate leadership are launching annual planning and budgeting...

Jul 93 min

Building Relationships with Donors

Chad Taylor, Head of Strategy and Planning Donor relationships are the lifeblood of any successful political action committee. Strong...

Jun 173 min

Effective Grassroots Advocacy: Driving Change

Chad Taylor, Head of Strategy and Planning Grassroots advocacy is a powerful force for change, and it plays a significant role in shaping...

Jun 43 min

Civics Education and Engaging Your PAC Members

Chad Taylor, Head of Strategy and Planning A well-informed and engaged membership base is not only a valuable asset for any...

May 132 min

Five Questions to Consider When Picking a Campaign Theme

Jacob McGuire, Production Coordinator & Traffic Manager Campaign themes have an integral role in developing effective communications for...

May 62 min

Sagac Has a Stellar Year at the 2024 AAPC Pollie Awards

For Immediate Release May 6, 2024 Contact: Jeri Richardson 866-521-0900 info@sagac.com Washington, DC – Sagac Public Affairs received...

Apr 182 min

Refreshing Your PAC Database: Spring Cleaning Tips

Claire McDonough, Head of National Accounts Just like tidying up your physical space, maintaining a clean and organized PAC database is...

Apr 103 min

Motivating Donors — The Psychology of Giving

Chad Taylor, Head of Strategy and Planning Charitable giving is a profoundly human act. It's driven by a complex interplay of emotions,...

Mar 193 min

Four Key Elements of an Effective PAC Brand

Brian Kurklin, Senior Graphic Designer Cultivating your PAC’s brand is a crucial component of reaching donors and strengthening your...

Mar 123 min

Maximizing Online Giving

Chad Taylor, Head of Strategy and Planning In the evolving landscape of fundraising and political action committees, one thing is clear:...

Mar 51 min

Sagac Public Affairs Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary

For Immediate Release March 8, 2024 866-521-0900 info@sagac.com Washington, D.C. — Sagac Public Affairs is proud to celebrate 25 years of...

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