Tabling

Tabling List Items

• Eye-catching signage

  • To draw people to the table, it's important to use eye-catching signs and banners that clearly communicate the purpose of the table. The signage should be clear and easy to read from a distance, and should include key messages about the importance of voting in school board elections.

• Tablecloth

• Table & Chairs (confirm tables needed with event sponsor/location)

• Tent Cover (depending on the weather for an outdoor event)

• Computer or Tablet (to collect information, register people to vote)

• Print Collateral/ Flyers

• SWAG items

  • Branded items and merchandise

• Activities for children

  • Coloring pages, crayons, games, etc.

• Cleaning items

  • Clorox wipes, trash bags, gloves and hand sanitizer

Set Up & Strategy

• Identify the right locations.

  • To maximize the impact of tabling, it's important to set up in locations where people are likely to be. This might include community centers, libraries, shopping centers, or other areas where people gather.

• Use social media to promote the event, including the date, time, and location of the table.

  • You should also use social media to share photos and videos of the event and to encourage others to get involved in voter registration and civic engagement.

• Have enough materials to last the whole event and take extra just in case.

  • Prepare informational materials to distribute to those who stop by the table. This might include brochures, flyers, or other materials that provide information about school board elections, voter registration, and the importance of civic engagement.

• Be engaging!

  • Cell phones and devices not being used for tabling purposes should be away from the table unless in case of an emergency.

  • Make eye contact with community members and don’t be afraid to start a conversation.

  • Stand in front of the table instead of sitting behind it. This shows a willingness to engage and tell community members about upcoming board elections in your community.

  • When people stop by the table, partners and advocates should engage with them in a friendly and welcoming manner. This might involve asking them about their concerns or questions related to school board elections, providing them with information about the election process, or simply encouraging them to register to vote.

  • Create interactive activities to engage people and make the table more memorable, setting up interactive activities such as a photo booth or an activity to develop a voting plan in preparation for school board elections.

• Organize your table.

  • Be sure items are plentiful and are presented on your table in an organized manner.
    Keep your table neat. Throw away trash and replace wipes/hand sanitizer in between conversations.

• Be sure to follow up.

  • After the event, follow up with those who stopped by the table to thank them for their participation and to encourage them to stay engaged in the election process.