The Green National Committee has approved its 2025 annual operating budget, finalizing a $203,669 plan for the year. Members from more than 30 state affiliates and caucuses voted to approve the budget.
According to final results published today, the budget passed with 63 votes in favor and five votes against, with a total of 73 votes cast across 33 state parties and caucuses. Five delegates chose to abstain. Notably, opposition votes came from both voting members of the Nevada delegation, both voting members of the Youth Caucus delegation, and one-half of the Maryland delegation.
The approved budget represents a reduction of more than $40,000 compared to the party’s 2024 presidential cycle budget. In its original proposal, the Steering Committee attributed the decrease to an anticipated decline in overall donations following the election year. However, the party projects an increase in small-dollar contributions and a positive fundraising outcome from the 2025 Annual National Meeting, which is expected to be either budget-neutral or generate a surplus for the organization.
The budget primarily allocates funds to core operations, including committee activities, media outreach, personnel costs, and infrastructure needs such as NationBuilder and software services. Approximately $40,200 is specifically designated for revenue-generating activities, including merchandise sales, direct mail campaigns, and event-based fundraising efforts.
The Steering Committee also noted that while some committees received less funding than requested, amendments may be considered later in the year if currently planned fundraising efforts exceed expectations. The budget specifies just over $40,000 in restricted funds as of the beginning of 2025, with $35,234 of that amount reserved for party committees and identity caucuses. Additionally, the budget outlines plans to begin replenishing the party’s Operating Reserve Fund, which was partially drawn down during the 2024 election cycle.
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