Why Political Campaigns Use EDDM
District Saturation
Reach every household in your district. EDDM lets you target by carrier route to match your district boundaries without needing voter file data.
Stretch Your Budget
At $0.26 postage per piece, EDDM costs less than targeted voter mail. Reach more households with your campaign budget.
Compliance Tracking
We provide detailed documentation for FEC and state campaign finance reporting. Track costs, quantities, and mail dates for your disclosure requirements.
Political EDDM Campaign Examples
See how campaigns use EDDM to reach voters:
Candidate Introduction Mailer
City council candidate saturates district with 25,000 intro postcards 8 weeks before election. Features bio, platform highlights, and endorsements.
Issue Advocacy Campaign
Advocacy group mails 50,000 postcards supporting ballot initiative. Targets ZIP codes in key precincts with clear vote messaging.
GOTV Reminder Cards
Campaign sends 15,000 vote reminder cards 10 days before election. Includes polling locations, hours, and what's on the ballot.
School Board Campaign
School board candidate targets 18,000 households in district with family-focused messaging. Emphasizes education priorities and local involvement.
Popular Political EDDM Use Cases
Campaign Types
- Candidate introductions
- Issue advocacy mailers
- GOTV and vote reminders
- Ballot initiative support
- Endorsement announcements
Race Types
- City council and mayor
- School board elections
- County commissioner
- State legislature
- Congressional races
How Political EDDM Works
Map Your District
Use our free EDDM tool to select carrier routes that match your district boundaries
We Print
MPA prints your campaign materials on quality stock with bold, attention-grabbing design
We Prepare
We bundle, label, and prepare your mail with full documentation for campaign finance
USPS Delivers
Your message reaches every voter household in your selected district routes
Ready to Win Your Race?
Use our free EDDM route planner to map your district and get instant pricing. Campaign finance documentation included.
Launch Political EDDM PlannerPolitical EDDM FAQs
How does EDDM work for political campaigns?
EDDM allows campaigns to reach every household in specific carrier routes without needing voter file addresses. This is ideal for district-wide saturation, candidate introductions, and GOTV efforts. Use our EDDM tool to target by ZIP code and carrier route to match your district boundaries.
Can EDDM help with campaign finance compliance?
Yes. Mail Processing Associates provides detailed invoicing and documentation for FEC and state campaign finance reporting. We track quantities, costs, and mail dates to support your compliance requirements.
When should political EDDM mailers be sent?
For primaries and general elections: send intro mailers 6-8 weeks out, issue-focused pieces 3-4 weeks out, and GOTV/reminder cards 1-2 weeks before election day. For ballot initiatives, build awareness early and increase frequency as the vote approaches.
What's the difference between EDDM and targeted voter mail?
EDDM reaches every address on a carrier route at $0.26/piece with no mailing list needed. Targeted voter mail uses voter file data to reach specific voters at higher postage rates. EDDM is best for saturation and awareness; targeted mail is best for persuasion and GOTV to specific voter segments.
About Mail Processing Associates
Mail Processing Associates (MPA) has been helping political campaigns win with direct mail since 1989. We understand that campaigns run on tight timelines and budgets - your mail needs to hit mailboxes on schedule and within budget.
As a veteran-owned business, we bring military precision to every campaign. Our full-service approach includes design assistance, printing, mail prep, USPS entry, and campaign finance documentation.