Northwest Campaign Services provides professional campaign consulting, PDC treasury services, voter data analysis, and digital presence to local candidates ready to compete and win.
Most consultants study campaigns from the outside. We've sat in the seat, won the race, and know what it actually takes to win at the local level.
Our team brings firsthand experience navigating local campaigns, PDC compliance, and the mechanics of winning a municipal race in the Pacific Northwest.
We use publicly available precinct-level data to build canvassing plans based on where votes actually are, not guesswork or generic templates.
Every service we deliver is built around Washington State PDC requirements. No surprises, no fines, no enforcement actions. We know the rules because we live by them.
We're rooted in the Pacific Northwest. We know the neighborhoods, the politics, the players, and the issues that move voters across the region.
From campaign website to donation platform integration to campaign analytics. We build your digital presence from scratch so you can focus on voters.
Our fees are tiered to the size of your race. You always know what you're paying and why. Pass-through costs like printing and postage are billed at actual cost. We never mark them up.
Most consultants study campaigns from the outside. Northwest Campaign Services was built by someone who has actually sat in that seat, won that race, and knows how your city actually works.
Northwest Campaign Services
From filing day through election night, Northwest Campaign Services provides end-to-end support so nothing falls through the cracks.
All services are tiered to the size of your race, based on the annual salary of the office, using the same formula used to calculate your filing fee under RCW 29A.24.091.
Professional campaign websites built for mobile, optimized for donations, and fully PDC-compliant. Packages starting from $1,000.
Professional campaign treasurer services so you can focus on winning, not paperwork.
Precinct-level analysis using real public elections data, so every door knock counts.
Monthly retainer-based strategy grounded in real campaign experience at the local level.
Design coordination and vendor management for palm cards, door hangers, and direct mail, with full cost transparency.
Get everything you need to launch your campaign in one package. Website, PDC setup, and voter data included.
We offer a free 30-minute consultation to assess your race and recommend the right services for your campaign.
"Local democracy works best when local candidates have the tools to compete."
Northwest Campaign Services exists because local democracy works best when local candidates have the tools to compete.
Too many qualified people never run for office because the process feels overwhelming. Too many who do run lack the professional support that well-funded campaigns take for granted. We started NCS to change that.
We are a Pacific Northwest-based, minority-owned campaign consulting firm specializing in local and state legislative races. Our team brings direct experience navigating Washington State PDC requirements, precinct-level voter data, and the mechanics of winning at the community level. We work with candidates who are serious about serving their communities and ready to run a professional campaign.
Our services are priced to the size of your race. Our standard of work is not.
Filing fee, district size, fundraising target, and competitive landscape. We assess what your campaign actually needs before recommending anything.
Website, PDC registration, donor tracking, campaign plan, and precinct analysis. Everything is in place before the first door is knocked.
Monthly advisory, weekly check-ins during primary and general, real-time PDC compliance, and GOTV execution through election night.
We build campaigns the right way. Compliant from day one, grounded in real voter data, and guided by firsthand local government experience.
We assess your office, your district, and your goals. You'll know your tier, your budget range, and which services make the most sense. All in 30 minutes.
We build a tailored service plan based on your race. No cookie-cutter packages. Just the right services at the right price for your specific campaign.
From filing week in May through election night in November, we're with you every step, managing compliance, strategy, and execution so nothing falls through the cracks.
Final PDC reports, surplus fund guidance, and post-election debrief. We close your campaign cleanly and set you up for next time.
Pricing is tied directly to the annual salary of the office, using the same formula as your filing fee under Washington State law.
Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, Covington
Renton, Kent, Federal Way, Auburn
Large cities and county-wide offices
All prices shown are Tier 1 base rates. Contact us for a custom quote based on your specific race and service needs.
Washington State's Public Disclosure Commission is the regulatory body that oversees all campaign finance activity. If you're running for office for the first time, here is what you need to know before you spend a single dollar or accept a single donation.
The Washington State Public Disclosure Commission was created in 1972 by voter initiative. Its mission is simple: the public has a right to know who is funding political campaigns and how that money is being spent.
As a candidate, you are legally required to register with the PDC, track every dollar you raise and spend, and file regular financial reports. All of this becomes public record.
Non-compliance results in real fines, public enforcement actions, and can seriously damage your campaign before it gets started.
You become a candidate and PDC obligations begin the moment you accept a contribution, spend money, reserve advertising space, or publicly announce your candidacy. Not when you file your declaration.
In 2025, the PDC issued 241 hearing notices to candidates for failure to file required reports. Most were first-time candidates who simply didn't know the rules.
If you plan to raise and spend $7,000 or less and accept no more than $500 from any single donor, you may qualify for mini reporting.
If you plan to raise or spend more than $7,000, you are required to file full contribution and expenditure reports on a regular schedule.
All dates confirmed by the Washington Secretary of State and King County Elections
File your Declaration of Candidacy online or in person. Deadline is 5:00 PM on May 8. Withdrawal deadline is May 11.
Top-two primary for most offices. Ballots mailed July 15. Voter registration deadline is July 27 by mail or online.
Final election for all offices. Ballots mailed October 14. Voter registration deadline is October 26 by mail or online.
2026 is an even-numbered year, which means federal and state legislative offices are on the ballot alongside local races. Here is a plain-language breakdown of every office type and what running for each one actually means.
City council members set local policy, adopt budgets, and make decisions that directly affect day-to-day life in their communities: zoning, parks, public safety, and infrastructure. Races are nonpartisan and won or lost neighborhood by neighborhood.
School board directors govern public school districts, overseeing budgets, hiring superintendents, and setting educational policy. These races have seen rising competition and fundraising in recent years. A primary is only held if more than two candidates file; otherwise both advance directly to November.
Port commissioners govern port districts, overseeing airports, seaports, industrial facilities, and economic development. The Port of Seattle is one of the most powerful economic institutions in the Pacific Northwest. These races can be highly competitive and well-funded.
Washington has 49 legislative districts, each electing two State Representatives and one State Senator. These are partisan races. Candidates declare a party preference on the ballot. In 2026, all 98 House seats and roughly half the Senate seats are up for election. These are significantly larger campaigns than local races.
Washington has 10 congressional districts, each electing one member of the U.S. House every two years. These are major campaigns, typically requiring $500,000 or more to be competitive. Washington uses a top-two primary, meaning all candidates appear on the same ballot regardless of party.
Washington elects two U.S. Senators. Senate campaigns are statewide races requiring multi-million dollar budgets and broad coalitions. In 2026, Senator Patty Murray's seat is up for election, making it one of the most high-profile races in the country. These campaigns are in a different league from local races in terms of scale, cost, and complexity.
Our core expertise is local and state legislative races: city council, school board, port commission, and state legislature. These are the races where hands-on, community-based strategy makes the biggest difference, and where our approach to voter data, PDC compliance, and candidate advisory delivers real results. For congressional and U.S. Senate campaigns, we can provide website services and treasury support, and connect campaigns with appropriate regional resources.
Washington State limits how much any single donor can give to your campaign. These limits apply per election, meaning a donor can give up to the limit for the primary AND again for the general.
Limits apply per election. A donor can give up to the limit for the primary AND again for the general election. Limits are adjusted for inflation by the PDC at the start of even-numbered years. Current limits below are effective April 1, 2023.
Under Washington State HB 2032 (effective 2025), all yard signs, regardless of size or when they were printed, must include sponsor identification. That means your name (or committee name) and mailing address, printed at no smaller than 10% of the largest font on the sign. No exceptions. Signs without proper sponsor ID can result in PDC enforcement action.
PDC compliance doesn't have to be overwhelming. We handle it so you don't have to.
Let Us Handle Your PDC Compliance →Seattle is the first city in the nation to publicly finance local campaigns through Democracy Vouchers. If you are running for a City of Seattle office, this program changes how you raise money and how you run your campaign.
Passed by Seattle voters in 2015, the Democracy Voucher Program allows eligible Seattle residents to receive vouchers they can donate to participating candidates. Instead of relying solely on wealthy donors, participating candidates can raise significant funding from small donations by everyday residents.
The program is administered by the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission (SEEC) and operates separately from the Washington State PDC, though both sets of rules apply to participating candidates.
A vacancy occurred in Seattle City Council District 5. A special election will be held in 2026 to fill that seat until the regular 2027 election. Only District 5 residents will receive vouchers for this cycle.
In 2027 all eligible Seattle residents will receive four $25 vouchers. The seven district council seats (Districts 1 through 7) are all up for election. Mayor, City Attorney, and Positions 8 and 9 were all elected in November 2025 and are not on the ballot again until 2029. This is also the first cycle using ranked-choice voting for Seattle primaries.
Participation in the Democracy Voucher Program is optional but highly advantageous for most Seattle candidates. To qualify, candidates must complete the following steps:
File with both the PDC and the City of Seattle. Sign the candidate pledge agreeing to program rules.
Raise the required number of $10 minimum contributions from Seattle residents to prove community support.
Once qualified, go out and collect signed vouchers from Seattle residents. This is your primary fundraising activity.
Submit signed vouchers to the SEEC for verification. Funds are released at least twice monthly to your campaign.
| Office | Qualifying Contributions Required | Min. Amount Each | Spending Limit (Total) | Individual Contribution Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayor | 600 | $10 | $800,000 total ($400K primary) | $650 (incl. $100 in vouchers) |
| City Attorney | 400 | $10 | $150,000 total ($75K primary) | $350 (incl. $100 in vouchers) |
| City Council (At-Large) | 400 | $10 | $300,000 total ($150K primary) | $350 (incl. $100 in vouchers) |
| City Council (District) | 150 (75 from within district) | $10 | $150,000 total ($75K primary) | $350 (incl. $100 in vouchers) |
Running a Democracy Voucher campaign requires a different fundraising strategy than a traditional campaign. Instead of calling major donors, your team spends time collecting small contributions and vouchers from individual residents. That changes how you allocate your canvassing time, how you build your volunteer network, and how you track compliance with two separate reporting bodies.
The Democracy Voucher Program is administered by the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission. For official program rules, qualifying deadlines, and to register as a participating candidate, visit seattle.gov/democracyvoucher or contact the SEEC at (206) 727-8855.
Northwest Campaign Services pricing for Seattle citywide races including Mayor and City Attorney is scoped individually. Contact us to discuss your race.
The first conversation is free. Tell us about your office, your district, and your goals. We will tell you exactly what it takes to win.
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