Wisconsin REALTORS® Association: Your Voice, Your Choice

Your Voice, Your Choice

The WRA Direct Giver Program explained

 Riley J. Barnhardt, WRA Political Advocacy Coordinator  |    October 02, 2024
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In Wisconsin, REALTORS® have the unique ability to directly support candidates through the WRA Direct Giver Program, which offers complete control over your political giving, making it a powerful tool in your advocacy arsenal. But what exactly is this program, and why should you be a part of it?

What is the WRA Direct Giver Program?

The WRA Direct Giver Program is a conduit program designed to give REALTORS® the power to direct political contributions. Unlike the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) general fund, where contributions are pooled and distributed by the WRA RPAC trustees, the Direct Giver Program allows you to decide which candidate receives your funds. This program is exclusive to Wisconsin REALTORS®, providing you with a level of control not found in any other state. 

How does it work?

With a minimum contribution of $100, you can open your Direct Giver account, where your funds are separate from the general RPAC fund. The WRA acts as a bank, holding your funds until you authorize their use. When you’re ready, you can authorize disbursements to the candidate of your choice by phone or email.

Why should I join?

The Direct Giver Program offers several benefits that make it an essential tool for REALTORS® who want to shape the political landscape:

  • Take control: Unlike traditional PACs, you have the final say on how your contributions are used when contributing as a Direct Giver. This ensures that your financial support reaches candidates who align with your business needs.
  • Exclusive to Wisconsin: The Direct Giver program offers a level of control over political giving that is not available anywhere else in the country.
  • Impact policies: Your contributions help elect candidates who champion your issues, influencing key discussions and shaping a political environment that aligns with your professional goals and your clients’ interests.

A program to fit your needs

The flexibility of the Direct Giver Program allows you to respond quickly to changing political environments. With the support of the WRA advocacy team, you can make informed decisions about where and when to direct your funds, maximizing the impact of your contributions.

Take action today!

Now that you understand how the Direct Giver Program works and the benefits it offers, consider the lasting change you can make by participating. Visit www.wra.org/DirectGiver to learn more or reach out to a member of the WRA advocacy team with any questions. Take control of your political contributions and help shape the future of real estate in Wisconsin!

Shape the future in three easy steps

1. Make a contribution
Start by contributing at least $100 to your Direct Giver account. Contribute online at www.wra.org/DirectGiver or by check made payable to “The WRA Direct Giver Program.”

2. Direct your funds
When you’re ready, you can direct your funds to the candidate of your choice by simply contacting the WRA. Whether you prefer a phone call or an email, you decide where your money goes. 

3. Retain full control
Your contribution is held in a separate account, and funds are only disbursed with your direct authorization. 

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