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Be a Voter to Help End Hunger

The next local Election Day is February 26, 2019. Engage your community in our democratic process. Find important dates and information for Cook County voters here.

Get Registered to Vote

It’s not too late to register to vote in Illinois.

Eligibility

Eligible voters must fulfill ALL of the following criteria to be eligible to vote in Illinois:

  • be a U.S. citizen
  • be born on or before February 26, 2001
  • live in your precinct at least 30 days before the election
  • not claim the right to vote elsewhere
  • not be in prison/jail serving time for a conviction.

Note: Returning citizens who have been released from prison/jail and who meet all other requirements listed above are eligible to register and vote in Illinois. This includes people who are on parole or probation.

How to Register

You can register to vote online, by mail, or in person. Follow the links to find out how to register or update your address.

More information:

For City of Chicago voters
For suburban Cook County voters

Voters Experiencing Homelessness

People experiencing homelessness are eligible to vote in Illinois. Their current mailing address is recognized as their residence for voting purposes.
To provide proof of address, people experiencing homelessness should present one of the following items at the polls:

  • A piece of mail addressed to the voter
  • A statement or letter from a case manager, homeowner, or religious leader that states the voter is allowed to use this mailing address
  • An ID card issued by a homeless shelter showing the name and mailing address of the voter.
Grace Period Registration and Voting

Grace period registration and voting allows non-registered voters to register and vote at the same time. Individuals seeking grace period registration must take two forms of identification to their polling place.

More information:

For City of Chicago Voters
For Suburban Cook County Voters

Voting Before Election Day

Early voting sites and mail-in ballots are available to make voting more convenient

Early Voting: February 11 Through 25

Plan ahead if you can’t make it to the polls on Election Day. Early voting ends February 25.

City of Chicago Voters: Early voting is taking place in all 50 Wards and in the Loop.
Suburban Cook County Voters: The Cook County Clerk’s Office has 52 Early Voting sites across suburban communities.

Vote by Mail: Apply By February 21

You can vote without leaving your home. The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot is Thursday, February 21. Vote by Mail applications must be submitted online or at received at the offices by 5:00 pm.

Mail Ballot Applications

For City of Chicago Voters
For Suburban Cook County Voters

Voting on Election Day: Tuesday, February 26

Vote at your home polling place on Election Day

Election Day voting takes place from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm on February 26.

Reminder: On Election Day, you must vote at your assigned polling place.

Find Your Polling Place

City of Chicago Polling Places
Suburban Cook County Polling Places

For Assistance on Election Day, call your election office:

Chicago Board of Elections: (312) 269-7870
Cook County Clerk’s Office: (312) 603-0236

Register to Vote on Election Day

Eligible voters can still register and vote at their home polling place on Election Day. Bring two forms of identification to register.

City of Chicago Identification
Suburban Cook County Identification

Working at the Polls

Opportunities to make a difference and earn money on Election Day

The Chicago Board of Elections and the Cook County Clerk’s Office are hiring people to help administer the election on February 26.  You’ll have the opportunity to earn between $120 and $450 for your service while assisting your neighbors with their civic duty.

Apply to be an Election Judge

City of Chicago Election Judge Information
Suburban Cook County Election Judge Information

Help Us Engage More Voters

Please contact Aimee Ramirez by email or call 773-843-7774 for assistance and materials you can share with your community.

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Chicago, IL 60632
Phone: 773.247.3663

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