Grow YR Campaign

Thank you YRNF 🇺🇸

Thank you to the Maine Young Republicans for their support of our mission to continue to build up States like Maine across the Country! Thank you to Chair Matt Griffiths & his entire team for his strong leadership to fight for Maine!

Ohio YRs brings home some hardware! Young Republican National Federation Outstanding Recruitment Award for 2025! It is a testament to the hard work of our local chapters and our board to recruit, train, and elect. We are now the second largest state federation! Thank you to our dear friend @KyleSchroederWI for the nomination! He has done a tremendous job as Midwest Regional Vice-Chair supporting us!

Proven Leadership. Record Results. Hayden Padgett for Chairman with the Grow Team. Hayden Padgett isn’t just running for re-election—he’s running to keep building on the momentum from the past two years. In just one term, Hayden didn’t maintain the status quo—he redefined what the YRNF could be. His leadership has been marked by real results, record-breaking growth, and a clear vision for the future. 💰Historic Fundraising Hayden raised an incredible $1.6 million—more than any administration in YRNF history. From general funds and event sponsorships to deployment support and club grants, he made national fundraising a top priority. The result? In October 2024, the YRNF ranked as the 18th highest GOP fundraiser in the country. That’s a game-changer. 📈Real Growth Across the Country Under Hayden’s leadership:     •    4 new state federations were chartered     •    Local clubs grew by 15%     •    Membership jumped 10%     •    National deployments became powerhouses—growing from 5 to 25 attendees on average     •    Weekend door knocks tripled, from 5,000 to 15,000     •    Altogether, we knocked on 256,000 doors—with hotels fully covered and stipends for travel funded for the first time ever. 📊More Support for the Grassroots Hayden completely reshaped how the YRNF invests in its members—launching a new national grant ecosystem. That includes:     •    The $300,000 Growth Incentive Fund     •    New club-level grants     •    Bigger state grants, with full flexibility for how to use them He also aligned deployments with the NRCC, making sure our boots on the ground were helping elect Republicans in competitive races. 🔒Transparency Like Never Before For the first time, states got access to the full national roster and bylaws. A full financial audit (“YR Doge”) was conducted. A detailed, line-by-line budget was presented to the National Committee. Hayden raised the bar on transparency—and delivered on accountability. 🎨 A Modern Look and Feel Hayden didn’t just grow the YRNF—he modernized it.     •    He launched a fresh new logo and brand guide     •    Rebuilt the national website     •    Added a “Become a Member” form that’s generated hundreds of leads     •    Created a digital ad fund     •    Began offering free graphic design services to clubs around the country 🧱Experience That Speaks for Itself Hayden has led at every level of the YRNF: club chair, state chair, regional vice chair, national co-chair, and now chairman. From founding East Bay YRs in California to serving as a precinct chair and victory chair in two different states—he’s delivered at every turn. The results speak for themselves. The next chapter starts now. Let’s re-elect Hayden Padgett and the Grow Team and keep building a stronger, smarter, and more effective YRNF.

That’s a wrap! Wisconsin is bringing a full-force delegation to #YRNCNashville and we’re all in for the Grow YR ticket. In Wisconsin, the fight never stops and when it matters most, @growyr25 shows up. While others talk, they get to work: Grow YR is out knocking doors, building clubs, and backing chapters at every level.  We don’t need empty promises or political theater. We need action. Wisconsin needs results. Grow YR delivers. That’s why Wisconsin is all in.🔥

Our Co-Chairwoman, running for re-election with the Grow Team: Catherine Whiteford! From leading national committees to delivering grassroots wins, Catherine has brought heart, hustle, and results to every level of the YR movement: 🌟 Transformed the North Carolina YRs into a powerhouse—growing from 8 to 32 chapters during her term as State Chair (2019–2023). Under her leadership, NC YRs made over 5 million voter contacts, raised six figures in grassroots dollars, and hosted four national deployments—including one just weeks after her first election as state chair. 📚 Built the foundation for future leaders as Chair of the YRNF Club Development Committee, where she authored the official Club Development Manual. Catherine also co-chaired the Policy & Resolutions Committee and now, as YRNF Co-Chairwoman, oversees all national committees and works directly with the Chief of Staff to execute strategic priorities. 🚪 Led boots-on-the-ground efforts in major races—organizing 22,000 doors for Dan Bishop’s NC-9 special election win, managing 50+ Trump campaign canvassers as a regional field director, and driving large-scale voter registration through PAC-backed initiatives. She has continued to help efforts with our national deployments in 2024. 🎙 A trusted voice for young conservatives, Catherine has spoken on national panels at NYU and NC State, and hosted key sessions at YRLC on women in politics and emerging campaign challenges with AI. She was named NCFYR Woman of the Year in 2020 and featured in the National Association of Asian Pacifics in Politics & Public Affairs 40 Under 40. 🛠 Focused on structure and sustainability, she modernized the NCFYR constitution to include a sexual harassment policy and dispute resolution framework, and created the first-ever YR Legislative Caucus in the NC General Assembly. She's now helping other states build their own caucuses through her role on the YRNF Legislative Affairs Committee.

Two years ago, we set out to help our states grow, and grow fast. Each of these 25 states have taken that challenge, worked with our team, and thrived. I could not be more proud of what each has accomplished, and equally honored that they continue to put their faith in our team. On to Nashville!

In the first time in over a decade your IdahoYR Team is bringing a full delegation to the @yrnational Convention and with that we are again proud to say we have endorse the entire @growyr25 slate. #GrowYR #YRNF #IDYR #YoungRepublicans #YRsLead #nashville 1/3

Our campaign has been endorsed by 50% of YR state federations, representing over 50% of all delegates to the convention in Nashville next week. We’re honored to have the support of so many fantastic leaders across the country. 1 week to go!

Our National Vice Chair, running for re-election with the Grow Team: Nik Rettinger! From grassroots organizing to national leadership, Nik has delivered real results for the Young Republican movement: ✅ As National Vice Chair of the YRNF, Nik launched a regionally-driven growth initiative to help struggling states build sustainable membership and structure. Under his leadership, states with fewer than 100 members received hands-on support to surpass key benchmarks, and uni-club states were guided through launching their second and third chapters—building a lasting foundation for growth. 📈 Nik co-created the YRNF Growth Incentive Program and oversees the State & Club Grant Program—directly putting resources into the hands of grassroots leaders. These programs have helped states fund voter outreach, recruitment events, and local fundraisers—rewarding success and ensuring our clubs have the tools they need to win on the ground. 🎤 He’s a visible ambassador for YRs across the country, speaking at state events and hosting high-impact gatherings like the 2024 RNC Young Republican Reception in Milwaukee. Nik works closely with Regional Vice Chairs and national partners to amplify the YR brand and unify chapters across all regions. 🏛️ As Chair of the Wisconsin Young Republicans, Nik led one of the most effective state federations in the country—restructuring its constitution, securing formal recognition in the state party, and overseeing over 5 million voter contacts. During his tenure, WIYRs helped elect 2 YRs to Congress, 20 to the state legislature, and 15 to local office—proving that YRs can lead and win at every level. 🗳️ A former State Representative and long-time party leader, Nik has served in every corner of GOP infrastructure—from local club chair to statewide elected official. He chaired the YRNF State Chairs Association, led campaign operations, serves as 4th Vice Chair of the Republican Party of Wisconsin, and brought his signature energy to every level of the conservative movement.

At the beginning of this year our team implemented the Growth Incentive Program to focus on growing our movement. The results of this program paid off immediately. From April to June YR membership Nationwide increased 6% & 16 new clubs were created. Some awesome highlights! 📈 @OhioYRs recruited 226 new members! 🆙 @michigan_young increased total membership by 46%! 🚨Massachusetts YRs added 6 new clubs! The growth in the Federation is strong 💪

The question you ask every election is are you better off now than you were before? YRNF under the GrowYR ticket has: -Expanded the grant program, which our local clubs have used for great events. -Offered growth incentives, which has helped us reach a milestone of over one thousand members. -Provided the support to run ads promoting our events, which led to our most well attended convention in modern history. -Promoted focused and targeted deployments in swing congressional districts, which allowed us to host one of the largest deployments for US Senator Bernie Moreno. -Hosted the largest YRNF Convention in history, which we are sending 38 people to. We got what we voted for in 2023, and that's why our board unanimously voted to endorse @growyr25 Campaign for re-election!

Proud to support @haydenpadgett for Chairman of the @yrnational . I’ve seen firsthand his integrity, steady leadership, and unwavering commitment to conservative values. The @growyr25 team has my full endorsement — see y’all in Nashville! 🇺🇸 #YRNC #GrowYR

The books matter and thats why we are proud to put up for promotion from Northeast RVC… The Grow Candidate for Treasurer: Paige Wolfe 💼 Financial Expert – Certified Fraud Examiner and Certified IS Auditor with over 10 years of experience in financial services and financial risk compliance for dozens of publicly traded and private companies. 📊 Audit Leader – Co-chaired YRNF’s Audit Committee and helped lead the first-ever full financial and operational audit of the organization. 🚀 Proven Organizer – Doubled the size of Philadelphia YRs and re-chartered Rhode Island and Maine YR federations while onboarding brand new New Jersey and New Hampshire leadership showing huge growth in the Northeast. 🧠 Experienced Strategist – Co-chaired the YRNF Resolutions Committee, shaping policy direction and national priorities for Young Republicans. ❤️ Committed Conservative – Active YRNF and Philly GOP leader with a track record of accountability, growth, and service to the Young Republican movement.

Our Midwest RVC @KyleSchroederWI joined the Kalamazoo YRs for their Patriot BBQ! What Chair Paul Stephens & the entire @michigan_young Republicans Exec Board has done has been incredible! In just 6 months? 7 new clubs and 59% membership growth. That’s what this is all about!

We hit the doors for @stormforva Mike Lamonea @WinsomeSears @JohnReid4VA and @JasonMiyaresVA we will win on November 4!! @VirginiaYRs @growyr25 @yrnational

Great to join the Kalamazoo YRs & GOP for their Patriot BBQ! What the @michigan_young Republicans have done under Paul Stephens & the entire Exec Board’s leadership has been incredible! In just 6 months? 7 new clubs and 59% membership growth. That’s what this is all about!

With a successful term as Assistant Secreatary under her belt, she is the most qualified person for the job. The Grow candidate for Secretary: Ashley Garcar 🏛️ 6 Years of Leadership at Every Level: Brought impactful, results-driven leadership to the local, state, and national levels within the organization, earning the trust of peers and setting a high standard for commitment and excellence. 📈 69% Growth in Ohio YR Chapters: Under her strategic direction, Ohio saw a remarkable 69% increase in active Young Republican chapters, expanding conservative youth engagement across the state. 💰 Raised $200,000 and Helped Elect 150+ YRs: Spearheaded fundraising efforts that brought in over $200,000, directly supporting the campaigns of more than 150 Young Republicans who went on to win local and state elections. 🏆 National Award-Winning Leadership: During her tenure, the Ohio Young Republicans were recognized nationally, including earning the prestigious State Federation of the Year award—highlighting her team's strength and success. 📣 Key Organizer in 2024 YRNF Deployments: Played a central role in organizing and executing critical campaign deployments in 2024, helping mobilize YRs on the ground and amplify conservative impact nationwide.