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This comprehensive overview delves into the fundraising dynamics in Pennsylvania, focusing on progressive campaigns across Western, Central, and Eastern regions. It highlights major contributors, comparing winning and losing candidates' campaign contributions at various government levels including state representatives, senators, and city councils. The report also outlines fundraising ranges for local races, alongside data from the largest foundations in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Use this resource to better understand the financial landscape of Pennsylvania's political campaigns.
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What It Takes To Win Understanding the Fundraising Landscape in Pennsylvania
Brainstorming • Which individuals or organizations are the major contributors to progressive campaigns in your area?
Western Pennsylvania • What It Takes To Win • State Representative • Winner - $100,649 • Loser - $51,336 • State Senate • Winner - $198,436 • Loser - $76,120 • Pittsburgh City Council – Range from $50,000 to $500,000 • Pittsburgh School Board – Range from $10,000 to $75,000
Western Pennsylvania Largest Foundations in Pittsburgh* *Data for 2000
Central Pennsylvania • What It Takes To Win • State Representative • Winner - $71,610 • Loser - $29,695 • State Senate • Winner - $226,463 • Loser - $19,911 • Harrisburg City Council – Range from $5,000 - $10,000 • Major City Mayoral Race - $20,000 - $30,000
Eastern Pennsylvania • What It Takes To Win • State Representative • Winner - $116,295 • Loser - $48,906 • State Senate • Winner - $335,491 • Loser - $139,924 • Philadelphia Winner - $372,696 • Philadelphia City Council • District Seat - $200,000 to $300,000 • At-Large Race - $500,000
Eastern Pennsylvania Largest Foundations Awarding in Philadelphia* *Data for 2002
Statewide LookContributions by Zip Code Contributions to Democrats Contributions to Republicans
Internet Resources • FollowtheMoney.org • Opensecrets.org • Fec.gov • Phila-records.com/campaign-finance/ • Openbookpittsburgh.com • Foundationcenter.org • Charitynavigator.org