Volunteer Guide¶
Welcome! This guide walks you through everything you need as a campaign volunteer.
Getting Started¶
1. Sign Up for a Shift¶
Visit the Shifts page (your organizer will share the link, or find it at /shifts). Browse available time slots, pick one that works, and fill in your name and email. You'll receive a confirmation email with login credentials.
2. Log In¶
Sign in with the email and password from your confirmation at the login page.
3. Explore the Volunteer Portal¶
After logging in, you'll land on the volunteer portal. Use the bottom navigation to access:
- Map — your canvassing area with GPS tracking
- Shifts — your upcoming and past shifts
- Friends — social connections with other volunteers
- Achievements — badges and leaderboards
The portal is mobile-first — the same layout works on a phone in the field:
In This Section¶
- Canvassing — the GPS-guided canvass map, recording visits, and walking routes
- Shifts — viewing your assigned shifts, activity log, and route history
- Social — friend connections, activity feed, groups, profiles, and privacy settings
- Achievements — unlockable badges, progress tracking, and competitive leaderboards
Browsing Public Pages¶
Tap your name/avatar in the header and select Browse Site to visit the public pages — campaigns, the public map, and shift signups.
FAQ¶
Q: I can't find my assigned area on the map. A: Make sure your shift has an area assigned. Check with your organizer.
Q: My GPS isn't working. A: Allow location access in your browser. Try moving near a window for better signal.
Q: I recorded the wrong outcome. A: Visit the same address again and record the correct outcome. The most recent visit counts.
Q: How do I sign up for more shifts?
A: Visit the public shifts page at /shifts.