Lead the Charge:
Lead the Charge in 2025:
Step Up. Serve Again.
Independent
This is your next mission. America needs a new kind of leadership—commanded by those who know what duty, honor, and country truly mean. It’s time for independent veterans to step up, take the reins, and drive the change communities across our nation desperately need.
Why IVA? Because America Needs You
You didn’t ask for easy missions—and neither does IVA. We’re rallying veterans who refuse to run with the political herds. Join the pack that’s forging a new path in American leadership: country over party, independence over division, results over rhetoric.
In 2025, you’ll see powerful races up and down the ballot:
- Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General—New Jersey and Virginia
- State legislators, city councils, and major city mayors everywhere
- Critical local offices, from school board to city attorney
Wherever there’s a chance to lead with honor, IVA is there—amplifying the voices of independent veterans across every level of government.
Run With IVA—Here’s How We’ve Got Your Six
Veterans running as independents are never alone. When you join forces with IVA, you get:
- Battle-Tested Training: Hands-on support for building your platform, campaign messaging, and public speaking.
- Fundraising Tactics: Tools that sharpen your ability to rally support and secure resources—no party machine required.
- Mission-Driven Network: Connect to fellow independent leaders and mentors who — like you — left the partisan herds behind.
- Relentless Promotion: Strategic media and grassroots firepower to make your campaign un-ignorable at every level.
- Data and Digital Tools: Voter files and AI-optimized campaign resources tailored for independents.
- Mentorship and Endorsement: Chance to earn IVA’s endorsement—plus leadership opportunities inside the fastest-growing veteran movement in America.
- Funding Pipeline: Access funding streams earmarked for truly independent leaders.
- Ongoing Pride: Satisfaction in knowing you’re serving again, this time to protect democracy at home.
We’ve helped veteran leaders win—and we’re just getting started. Whether your name’s on the ballot or you’re fueling the movement as a volunteer, donor, or recruiter, there’s a place and a mission for you in IVA’s pack.
Places to Watch: 2025 Elections
IVA’s radar covers every strategic race where independent veteran leadership can break through. That includes:
- Governors: New Jersey, Virginia
- Mayors in major cities: Atlanta, Boston, Detroit, New York, Seattle, and more
- City Councils, School Boards, and crucial local offices nationwide
Incumbents are moving on. Fresh faces are needed. Let us know where you’re called to lead—even if your community isn’t listed. IVA is built to help independents across America turn intent into impact.
Are You Ready to Lead? Or Ready to Run With Us?
If you’re even considering a run in 2025 or beyond, now’s the time to raise your hand. Not quite ready for the front lines? Train, volunteer, organize, or fuel the mission as a donor. Every independent voice strengthens the pack.
Leave the herds. Run with the pack. The future of American leadership starts now—with independent veterans, leading by example.
Onward.
Meet IVA Leaders Making a Difference
Discover how veterans like you are already transforming their communities through independent leadership. In 2024, four inspiring IVA candidates won their races.
Your story could be next.
Join the Movement
Not ready to run? You can still make a difference:
- Donate: Help us support independent veteran candidates.
- Volunteer: Be part of a campaign or assist with IVA initiatives.
- Spread the Word: Share our mission with fellow veterans and community members. Help us find more independent veterans–and independent Americans who wanna support them!
FAQs
Who can apply to run with IVA?
We’re looking for veterans and active-duty service members who are politically independent and ready to lead in their communities.
What kind of offices can I run for?
IVA supports candidates for all levels of office, from local and municipal offices, including city council, mayor, and school board all the way to the US Senate.
What if I’ve never run a campaign before?
No problem! IVA provides training, mentorship, and resources to help you succeed.
How can I support IVA if I’m not running?
You can donate, volunteer, or become a member to help advance our mission.
Leave the herds.
Run with the pack
WHY SHOULD I JOIN IVA?
INDEPENDENT VETERANS OF AMERICA MEMBERS GET GREAT STUFF:
- The largest community of independent veterans in America
- The latest news from across the independent and veteran spaces
- Awesome free events in your local area
- Information and support to help you explore local elected offices you can run for in your area
- Free online campaign resources designed specifically for IVA candidates–powered by cutting-edge AI
- Voter files and other vital intel to power your campaign to victory
- Support for your candidacy through media and technology training
- An opportunity to apply for IVA endorsement in the 2024 election cycle
- Funding for endorsed independent veteran candidates
- Leadership opportunities galore
- Pride in knowing that you are serving your country again by protecting and defending democracy and helping change history
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