Colorado is truly a western state — complete with a spirit of innovation and independence. True to this model, Colorado is a ballot initiative state. This essentially means that not only do eligible voters elect representatives to make policy decisions, but they also directly vote on public policy.

This direct democracy component of Colorado’s civic structure is unique, and voters and potential voters need to know their important decision-making role in building and maintaining thriving communities. The power of direct democracy is undermined if not all voters participate.  This is where Count Me In comes in.

Count Me In is a robust civic engagement effort that reaches into communities across the state to educate communities on the issues they will see on their ballots. We are a collaborative effort among nonprofit groups who focus on equity, economic justice, and public finance. Our focus is to spark community conversations about the power we have to influence the public investments that shape our communities.