Civic Engagement

Moving faith into action — advocacy, equity, and justice for our communities.

For generations, the Black church has been a cornerstone of civic life. CNBC equips congregations to engage, advocate, and serve — turning faith into a force for justice, equity, and liberation.

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Why It Matters

The Black church has always led the way.

From abolition to the civil rights movement, our congregations have been the moral conscience of the nation. Civic engagement is not separate from our faith — it is an expression of it.

Representing the historically Black denominations — more than 25 million members across some 31,000 congregations — CNBC carries one voice for justice into the public square.

25M+Members reached
31,000Congregations
6Denominations
1United voice

Take Action Today

Three steps to make your voice count

1

Register to Vote

Not registered yet? It takes just a few minutes to get on the rolls.

Register now →
2

Check Your Status

Confirm your registration is active and your information is current.

Check status →
3

Find Your Polling Place

Know where to go on election day, plus early-voting options near you.

Find my place →

How We Engage

Our pillars of civic advocacy

Voter Empowerment

Nonpartisan voter registration, "Souls to the Polls" drives, and election-day resources through our member churches.

Health & Wellness

Addressing health disparities, expanding vaccine access, and fighting food insecurity in underserved communities.

Social & Criminal Justice

Advocacy for policy reform, ending systemic inequality, and supporting community rehabilitation and reentry.

Education Equity

Supporting marginalized youth through educational access, academic excellence, and mentorship programs.

Mark Your Calendar

Key dates & deadlines

Dates vary by state — always confirm with your local election office.

  • Ongoing Voter registration drives at member congregations
  • Fall Registration deadlines (state-dependent)
  • Oct Early voting & Souls to the Polls Sundays
  • Nov General Election Day

Your State, Your Deadlines

Look up your state's exact dates

Prefer one place for everything? Browse every state at CanIVote.org, run by the National Association of Secretaries of State.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How can my local congregation get involved?

Join our advocacy network below — we'll connect you with toolkits, training, health event, or civic Sunday.

Is CNBC affiliated with a political party?

No. As a 501(c)(3) coalition of churches, CNBC is strictly nonpartisan. We encourage civic participation and advocate on issues — we never endorse candidates or parties.

Do I need to belong to a CNBC denomination to participate?

Not at all. Our resources and campaigns are open to any congregation or individual.

How do I find voter deadlines for my state?

Use the "Check Your Status" and "Find Your Polling Place" tools above — they show your state's registration deadlines, early-voting dates, and polling locations. You can also look up your state's deadlines at CanIVote.org.

Get Involved

Bring civic engagement to your congregation and Community.

Whether you want to host a registration drive, join an advocacy effort, or receive our civic engagement updates — we'll help you get started.