Building Berrien County Forward.

Berrien Forward works directly in the community to increase voter participation, support working families, and ensure every local resident has a voice in the decisions that shape their life.

Overview

Community First. Every Single Day.

Our work is rooted in direct engagement with people across Berrien County. This includes door-to-door canvassing, phone outreach, community events, and voter education efforts. Through these activities, we connect residents with information on voting access, labor rights, housing, and public safety, while helping them take part in the democratic process.

Volunteers and paid canvassers are central to this work. They reach residents consistently, build relationships across every neighborhood, and ensure our outreach covers all of Berrien County, not just during elections, but year-round.

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Four Pillars Driving Our 2026 Work.

Every pillar is built on direct engagement with people across Berrien County.

Voter Contact

Door-to-door canvassing, phone outreach, and voter education connecting every Berrien County resident to the democratic process.

Civic Events

Year-round events connecting residents to information on labor rights, housing, and public safety across Berrien County.

ENGAGE Youth

Giving students real opportunities to organize, learn about civic issues, and take on leadership roles in their communities.

Volunteer Power

Building volunteer capacity across Berrien County with every shift tracked and recognized through America Votes.

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We Show Up Where It Matters.

Our work happens on the ground. Paid canvassers and community volunteers reach residents where they live, consistently building the relationships that strengthen civic participation. The impact shows in increased voter contact, stronger awareness of key issues, and growing participation in local events and elections across Berrien County.

Our Agenda

The Issues We Are Organizing Around.

Berrien County residents deserve clear information and a strong voice on the issues that shape their daily lives.

Contracting

Responsible Contracting

Protecting civic institutions, local control, and every resident’s right to have their voice heard.

Families

Paid Family Leave

Supporting working families during critical life events with responsible, family-friendly policies.

Housing

Housing and Zoning Reform

Easing density restrictions and building affordable housing to keep residents and businesses in Berrien County.

Healthcare

Reproductive Access

Defending every woman’s right to make her own healthcare decisions without government interference.

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Your Action Matters.

Taking action with Berrien Forward means contributing to ongoing, local efforts designed to strengthen community voice and participation across Berrien County. Every canvass, event, and conversation moves this work forward.

Want to Support the Work?

Fund the organizing that moves Berrien County forward.

Year Round

Every Neighborhood

Real Impact