How do I contact my county or district Republican Party?

Click on the "My Local GOP” link on the homepage, then click on your county to look up the contact information for your county or district party organization. Some counties or districts do not have a permanent headquarters, so you should contact the county party or district party chair directly at the phone number or email address provided on this website.

How is the North Carolina Republican Party structured?

The NCGOP employs a staff of about 10 people and operates a permanent headquarters in Raleigh, NC. Party operations are divided into four main divisions: Grassroots, Communications, Accounting and Finance. The Grassroots Department is responsible for voter contact and turnout programs, county party support, district party support and coalition activity. The Communications Department manages all internal and external efforts to deliver the Republican message, from online communication to media support. The Finance Department is responsible for all fundraising activity on behalf of the party. The Accounting Department is responsible for maintaining financial records and reporting to the FEC. The day to day operations of the party headquarters and staff are managed by the Executive Director under the guidance and oversight of the party chairman. In addition to the paid staff, the North Carolina Republican Party is governed by the State Central Committee and the State Executive Committee.

How do I become a delegate to the Republican National Convention?

Becoming a delegate to the Republican National Convention begins at the county convention, where you run to be a district delegate. If elected as a delegate to the district convention you can nominate yourself to be elected as a national delegate. Each Congressional District is allowed 3 delegates and 3 alternates to the national convention. Each nominee will give a short speech before voting occurs. In addition to running to be a national delegate it is also possible to be an appointed delegate.

How do I volunteer for the Republican Party?

The NCGOP greatly appreciates the time and support that our volunteers give. How much volunteer support is needed depends on the type and timing of the election year. If you are interested in volunteering please fill out the online form and a member of the staff will be in contact with you about possible opportunities.

How do I register to vote as a Republican in North Carolina?

There are many ways to register to vote as a Republican. You can register at the DMV, by mail or through many state agencies including Work First, Women, Infants and Children (WIC), Food Stamps, Medicaid, Services for the Blind , Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services, Vocational Rehabilitation, North Carolina Protection and Advocacy Agency , and the Employment Security Commission. You can also pick up registration forms at state libraries and high schools.

For more information about voting in NC please visit the SBOE website at http://www.sboe.state.nc.us/items.aspx?id=1&s=1.

Where can I get information about running for office?

If you are interested in running for local office (town council, school board, etc.), then you should contact the chairman of your county Republican party. Their contact information is listed under the “My Local GOP” section of this website. You may also contact your county Board of Elections.

If you are interested in running for the State Senate, please contact Jim Blaine at senate@ncgop.org or by calling (919) 828-6423. For information about running for the State House, contact Michael Hutson at hutson@ncgop.org or call (919) 828-6423.

What is the Republican State Central & Executive Committee?

The Republican State Central and Executive committees are the governing bodies of the North Carolina Republican Party. The committees oversee activities such as candidate recruitment, endorsements, fundraising, party-building activity, and the general policies and operation of the party headquarters under the leadership of the Chairman.

How can I become a member of the Republican State Central & Executive Committee?

Members of the Central and Executive Committees are officers of their county or district parties, leaders of affiliate clubs or elected officials. If you are interested in running for a county or district office please contact the county or district Chairman. If you are interested in becoming involved in an affiliate club please contact the club Chairman or President.

Does my county Republican Party have an executive committee?

Yes. All 100 county Republican Parties are governed by an executive committee made up of representatives from each political precinct. Each county has a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Treasurer, and Secretary. These committees serve in a similar capacity to the party's state committee, overseeing such activity as local candidate recruitment, fundraising, and endorsements. Contact your county Republican Party chair for information on how to serve on a county party central committee.

Does the North Carolina Republican Party have a platform and a state convention?

The North Carolina Republican Party’s platform can be found under the “Learn” tab at the top of the page. The state party holds an annual convention, which occurs during the month of May, or the first two weeks of June. This year’s convention will be held June 4-6, 2010 in Winston Salem, NC.

Does the North Carolina Republican Party offer internships?

The party offers unpaid internships during the spring semester, fall semester and summer. Internships are available in the party's Grassroots, Finance, Accounting and Communications departments. For more information, contact Dodie Renfer at renfer@ncgop.org.

How do I apply for employment with the North Carolina Republican Party?

Send a cover letter and resume detailing your educational and political experience to the following address:

North Carolina Republican Party
PO Box 12605, Raleigh, NC, 27605

Please mark the envelope to the attention of the Executive Director.

Why does the Republican Party use an elephant as its symbol and often refer to itself as the "GOP"?

Thomas Nast, a cartoonist for Harper’s Weekly, drew a comic during the mid-term election in 1874 of a Democrat donkey trying to scare a Republican elephant. The Republican Party is often referred to as the “GOP” by the media, which means “Grand Old Party.” The original meaning, “this gallant old party,” is from a reference in Congressional Records from 1875.