Now active in Elizabeth City, NC
Change grows from the ground up.
We bring North Carolina communities together to get informed, get registered, and get out to vote, one neighbor at a time.
Next Gathering
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
6:00 – 8:00 PM
The Pines
1525 N Road St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Nonpartisan
Information, never instruction
Free & Open
Every gathering, every neighbor
Locally Led
Rooted in Pasquotank County
Our Mission
An informed community is a powerful community.
Carolina Roots Initiative was founded on a simple belief: voting should feel accessible to everyone. Too many neighbors sit out elections not because they don't care, but because the process feels confusing.
We're starting right here in Elizabeth City, meeting people in parks, churches, libraries, and on front porches, with a vision to reach communities across North Carolina.
Our Work
How we show up for the community
Registration Help
Check your status, register for the first time, or update your address with a volunteer by your side.
Community Conversations
Relaxed, nonpartisan gatherings where neighbors learn what's on the ballot and why it matters locally.
Plan Your Vote
Early voting, Election Day, or absentee by mail. We map out when, where, and what ID to bring.
Neighbor to Neighbor
Door-to-door and church outreach so no one in Elizabeth City is left out of the conversation.
Voter Resources
Everything you need, in one place
Official links from the North Carolina State Board of Elections.
Got questions? We got you.
Are your gatherings partisan?
No. Carolina Roots Initiative is nonpartisan. We share information about how to vote, never who to vote for.
Do your gatherings cost anything?
Never. Every gathering is free and open to everyone in the community.
I've never voted before. Is this for me?
Absolutely. First-time voters are exactly who we love to meet. We'll walk you through every step.
Can I host a gathering at my church or business?
Yes! Reach out and we'll work with you to bring a conversation to your space.
Be part of the movement.
Volunteer, host a gathering, or simply come learn with us. Every conversation makes our community stronger.