Round Two of 2026 PAC Madness is live (March 10-16), and the brackets just delivered a jolt: last year's champion, Nebraska, suffered a surprise defeat and dropped into the Redemption Bracket. Proof positive: No lead is safe, and momentum can shift.
This upset underscores a key truth: Advancing (and staying) in the Victory Bracket isn't just about raising the biggest dollars. It's about building real energy through fresh voices and renewed commitments. That's where tools like the Defend the Nation Portals come in (noncontributor portal and lapsed contributor portal)—use them to recruit new contributors (10 points each), bring back lapsed ones (5 points), and track every effort that adds up beyond the check amount. Small actions like these cascade into stronger advocacy and keep chapters punching above their weight.
In the last round alone:
- Seven brand-new contributors jumped in.
- Nine lapsed members came back strong.
- Over $35,000 raised.
- New Contributor = 10 points.
- Lapsed contributor converted to Active = 5 points.
- Every $60 raised = 2 points.
Every new or returning voice amplifies our PAC's impact—fueling support for pro-industry candidates on Capitol Hill and in statehouses, protecting your ability to serve clients without unnecessary government interference. In this pivotal 2026 election year, those extra participants help deliver results that matter for our profession and the families we serve.
A heartfelt thank you to our members, chapter leaders, and PAC contributors—both current and those stepping up for the first time. Your extra efforts, whether through outreach, portal activity, or contributions, make PAC Madness possible and keep NAIFA's advocacy engine running strong. This isn't a solo game; it's our shared commitment turning enthusiasm into lasting influence.
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Why does this matter? NAIFA's PACs are our frontline defense, supporting pro-industry candidates for over 60 years and punching above our weight among insurance PACs. In a year packed with legislative challenges and the midterm elections, every new contributor expands our influence, ensuring financial professionals can serve clients without government hurdles.
Updates drop on the Madness webpage Monday evenings. If you haven't grabbed your chapter's personalized contribution links, QR codes, or portal access, reach out to leadership@naifa.org or IFAPAC@naifa.org today.
The field is wide open—let's rally, utilize every tool, and surge ahead together. Contribute, recruit, and defend the nation now.
