Our Mission

WUFPAC is a nonpartisan political action committee that supports women forty years of age and under running for state and federal public office. WUFPAC’s mission is twofold:

  • To help elect more young women to elected office so that young women have an equal voice in shaping public policy.
  • To build the seniority of women in Congress by electing women at a young age.

WUFPAC supports candidates who are committed to empowering young women to succeed.

News

Don’t Miss WUFPAC’s Summer Backyard BBQ Bash!

Co-Hosted by Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth Sandlin

June 3, 2008
6:30-8:30 P.M.
230 2nd Street, SE
Washington, DC
Buy your tickets here!

WUFPAC Endorses Tracey Brooks in New York’s 21st Congressional District

Tracey Brooks, Candidate NY-21Women Under Forty PAC announced its endorsement of Tracey Brooks, an Albany native and candidate for U.S. Congress in New York’s 21st District. Brooks, 37, is running as a Democrat in an open seat against eight candidates—all men. Congressman Michael McNulty, who announced his retirement in October, has represented the district for 20 years. “Tracey Brooks is an extremely qualified candidate for Congress” said Jessica Grounds, WUFPAC’s President. “Our Board of Directors was impressed by her commitment to public service and her dedication to be a positive role model and leader in her community. We think she will do great things in Congress.” Read More…

WUFPAC Endorses Kate Whitman in Bid for New Jersey Congressional Seat

Kate Whitman, Candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s 7th DistrictWomen Under Forty PAC announced its endorsement of Kate Whitman, candidate for U.S. Congress in New Jersey’s 7th District. Whitman, 30, is a Republican running in an open seat that is being vacated by retiring Congressman Michael Ferguson. Whitman will compete against seven other candidates and is the only female candidate in Republican primary. “We are thrilled that an emergence of qualified and exceptionally experienced young women candidates, like Kate Whitman, are running for Congress this year.” said Jessica Grounds, WUFPAC President. “Ms. Whitman is a formidable candidate with a wealth of knowledge that will serve her well as a member of Congress. We are excited to endorse her campaign.” Read More…