Volunteer Political Action Committee

Volunteer Political Action Committee (VOLPAC), chaired by Senator Bill Frist, started in 1998 with the goal of "recruiting strong Republican candidates for political office nationwide; candidates who believe in a smarter, more responsive, more effective government, not a bigger one." 

Results
According to its website, in 2002, VOLPAC identified 14 incumbents who needed assistance, and supported them to the fullest; ALL 14 won. VOLPAC also identified and gave full support to 12 challengers; 8 are now serving in the U.S. Senate. And in 2004, 18 of the 22 races VOLPAC supported were victorious. 

Fundraising
According to its website, in 2005, VOLPAC "received contributions from nearly 50,000 individuals - representing every state in the country. In total, we raised a record high $3.4 million, with an average donation of just $70.00." 

iFrist Volunteers
This "grassroots team" is "dedicated to helping advance the President's Agenda and build the Republican majority in the November elections through online action.

iFrist Podcasts
Senator Frist posts weekly audio updates from Washington, D.C. "about legislation on the Senate floor and from across America as he campaigns with common sense conservative candidates." 

Senator Frist's blog
Senator Frist solicits "comment on the news of the day." 

Contact information
VOLPAC P.O. Box 158552 Nashville, TN 37215 Phone: (615) 386-0045 Fax: (615) 386-3041 Website: http://www.volpac.org/ Email: http://www.volpac.org/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.Home

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Reference
Office Website article "About VOLPAC" accessed May 15, 2006