Local elections determine who spends our tax dollars, shapes our neighborhoods, and governs our public spaces. They are among the most direct expressions of democracy and among the least understood and most frequently skipped.
In November 2024, Florida hit its highest voter turnout since 1992 – 78.76% of registered voters statewide cast a ballot. Broward County came in at 77%. Monroe County hit 85%. And Miami-Dade? We came in at 72.35% – down from where we were in 2020 -ranking third-lowest among all 67 counties in the state.
That gap isn’t a reflection of how much Miamians care about their community. It’s often a reflection of how much they know about what’s on the ballot, who’s running, and how local decisions shape everyday life.
That’s where Vote Miami comes in.
Our tools and resources aim to make local elections accessible and understandable, so that every Miami-Dade resident who wants to vote has access to the information they need. From resources that share when and where to vote in county and municipal races across Miami-Dade, calendar listings for nonpartisan opportunities for election-season civic engagement, and our own Vote Miami Candidate Forums, we’re here to make sure that when Election Day comes, no one sits it out simply because they didn’t know where to start.
Our goal is simple: empower every Miami-Dade resident with the knowledge and tools to make their voice count. Because when more people are informed and engaged, Miami is stronger, more representative, and better positioned to thrive.
About Vote Miami
The Miami Foundation is committed to advancing trustworthy information to increase civic engagement across Greater Miami. We power Vote Miami in partnership with a host of devoted community partners. Established in 2020, this regional initiative was initially led by Radical Partners in collaboration with Florida Counts, Knight Foundation, Miami Herald, and The Miami Foundation.
Thank you to all of our media & community partners!
