EMILY's List

EMILY's List

Funds women candidates for progressive change

Overview

Emily's List is a political organization that helps elect women who support education, health care, voting rights, and economic equality. It works by identifying qualified candidates, recruiting them, and providing fundraising, training, and campaign support to win elections. Its approach relies on a strategic, data-informed plan to run campaigns that advance progressive change and place more women in public office. The organization sets itself apart by concentrating on a pipeline of candidates who align with its policy goals and by offering targeted resources and support to build campaigns that can compete in elections. The goal is to increase the number of women in government who can influence policy and drive progress on social and economic issues.

About EMILY's List

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Why EMILY's List is rated
C+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Government & Public Sector

Social Impact

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

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Total Funding

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Headquarters

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Founded

1985

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What believers are saying

  • Madam Mayor counters misinformation targeting women mayoral candidates.
  • Fellowship recruits 72% under-35, 67% POC leaders into pipeline.
  • Raised $850 million to support 1,700+ Democratic women winners.

What critics are saying

  • IGNITE captures young women talent, eroding EMILYs List pipeline.
  • State abortion bans shrink recruitment in 21+ states by 40%.
  • Donor fatigue starves funding amid recession in 6-18 months.

What makes EMILY's List unique

  • Launched Madam Mayor in 2023 to champion pro-choice women mayors.
  • Ignite Change Fellowship trains diverse young community leaders for office.
  • Endorses mayors like London Breed and Kate Gallego since 1985.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Health Insurance

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Stock Options

Company Equity

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Parental Leave

Relocation Assistance

Meal Benefits

Adoption Assistance

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Gym Membership

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Unlimited Paid Time Off

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Company News

EMILYs List
Aug 8th, 2025
EMILYs List Endorses Amanda Edwards For Election to Texas' 18th Congressional District

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today EMILYs List, the nation's largest resource for women in politics, endorsed Amanda Edwards for election to Texas' 18th Congressional District.

WomenCount
May 5th, 2025
You're Invited: May 15 Zoom with VA State + House candidates

That's why WomenCount is teaming up with EMILYs List, Her Bold Move, Virginia's List, Elect Black Women, the Next 50, and Electing Women National Capital Region for its online Virginia Is for Women fundraiser benefiting 10 candidates for statewide and state legislative office in Virginia.

RedState
Oct 19th, 2023
California's (Maryland's?) Newest Senator Can See the $$$ on the Wall, Won't Run for Reelection

Women Vote, which Emily's List launched in 1995, has received nearly $2.3 million in contributions this year, and has $423,995 in the bank, according to Federal Election Commission disclosures released this week.

The 19th
Jul 24th, 2023
The 19th news(letter)

Emily’s List, which works to elect Democratic women who support abortion rights, is launching a new initiative, Madam Mayor, to elevate, champion and establish resources for woman mayors.

EMILYs List
Mar 31st, 2023
EMILYs List Launches Ignite Change Fellowship for 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, launches the application for the 2023 Ignite Change Fellowship, a nine-week virtual initiative to train deeply engaged community leaders and advocates on developing their political skills, leadership, and confidence in potentially running for office.

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