Democrat · CA · District 47 · House
Joanna Weiss
Raised $1.2M in PAC and organizational contributions from 21 committees during the 2024 federal election cycle, led by EMILY'S LIST ($814K) — from Federal Election Commission filings.
- $1.2M
- Total received
- House
- Challenger / open
- 21
- Contributing PACs
Who funds Joanna Weiss
Top organizational PAC contributors during the 2024 cycle, from FEC filings.
Top PAC contributors to Joanna Weiss · FEC (2024 cycle)
Campaign Finance Summary
Joanna Weiss (D-CA) has received $1.2M in PAC and organizational contributions during the 2024 federal election cycle. The largest single contribution came from EMILY'S LIST, totaling $814K. The top 10 contributing organizations account for a significant portion of total receipts, reflecting concentrated donor support from key interest groups. As a non-incumbent candidate, building a donor base is a critical component of campaign viability.
These contributions come from PACs and organizational committees registered with the Federal Election Commission. Individual contributions are reported separately and are not included in these totals. Understanding who funds a candidate provides transparency into the interests that may influence policy priorities.
What Joanna Weiss's FEC Filings Reveal
Joanna Weiss is a Democrat candidate for House representing CA, District 47, tracked in Federal Election Commission filings under committee ID H4CA47119. During the 2024 federal election cycle, 21 PACs and organizational committees contributed a combined $1.2M to Joanna Weiss's campaign, a figure that reflects only organizational PAC receipts — individual donor contributions are reported separately and are not included in this total.
The single largest organizational contribution came from EMILY'S LIST at $814K, and the top 10 contributing PACs collectively represent the core institutional support base for this house campaign. Because federal candidates must identify every PAC donor above minimum thresholds in quarterly or semi-annual reports, the donor composition shown here gives a reliable map of which industries, trade groups, and ideological committees have aligned with Joanna Weiss's candidacy.
As a non-incumbent, Joanna Weiss's PAC receipt profile reflects coalition-building in progress — donor concentration and timing are leading indicators of campaign viability. Reading these contributions alongside lobbying disclosures and committee assignments provides the clearest picture of the interests that may shape this candidate's policy priorities through the 2024 cycle and beyond.
Top Donors
| Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
| EMILY'S LIST | $814K |
| PRO-CHOICE WOMEN | $135K |
| UNITED DEMOCRACY PROJECT ('UDP') | $105K |
| NONE | $43K |
| ORANGE COUNTY | $5K |
| PLUMBERS & STEAMFITTERS LOCAL 22 PAC INC | $5K |
| TRI-STATE MAXED-OUT WOMEN | $5K |
| WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP | $5K |
| WOMEN'S POLITICAL COMMITTEE FEDERAL | $5K |
| FLIP FORWARD | $5K |
| DAVIDS NEW DEMS FUND | $5K |
| AMERICA NEEDS NEW INNOVATION AND ENERGY | $3K |
| VPP | $3K |
| DEMOCRATS RESHAPING AMERICA (DREAMPAC) | $2K |
| LEISURE WORLD DEMOCRATIC CLUB | $2K |
| MOMS FED UP | $1K |
| GOMEZ SWALWELL CALIFORNIA COMMITTEE | $1K |
| PAC FOR GOOD | $1K |
| INLAND EMPIRE LEADERSHIP | $1K |
| INDIVISIBLE PROJECT INC. | $718 |
| ORANGE COUNTY YOUNG DEMOCRATS FEDERAL | $100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who funds Joanna Weiss's campaign?
Joanna Weiss receives campaign contributions from PACs and organizational committees. The top contributing organization is EMILY'S LIST, which contributed $814K. In total, Joanna Weiss received $1.2M during the 2024 election cycle from 21 contributing organizations tracked in FEC filings.
How much has Joanna Weiss received in total contributions?
Joanna Weiss (Democrat, CA) received $1.2M in PAC and organizational contributions during the 2024 federal election cycle. All data comes from Federal Election Commission filings.
What office is Joanna Weiss running for?
Joanna Weiss is a Democrat candidate for House in CA, District 47. Joanna Weiss is a challenger or running for an open seat.
What types of organizations contribute to Joanna Weiss?
Joanna Weiss receives contributions from a range of organizational PACs including corporate, trade association, labor, and ideological committees. These organizations register with the FEC and their contributions are publicly disclosed. Individual donations are tracked separately and not included in these organizational totals.
Where does FEC campaign finance data come from?
All campaign finance data shown here is sourced from the Federal Election Commission (FEC), which requires candidates, PACs, and party committees to file periodic reports disclosing receipts and disbursements. FEC data is public record and covers the 2024 federal election cycle. PlainInfluence aggregates and presents this data for transparency.
How does Joanna Weiss's fundraising compare to others?
Joanna Weiss received $1.2M in PAC contributions during the 2024 cycle. To see how this compares to other House candidates in CA, visit the Rankings page for side-by-side comparisons of all tracked politicians by total contributions received.
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Campaign Finance Context
Joanna Weiss's $1.2M in PAC contributions reflects the financial support network behind this house candidate. PAC contributions represent organizational support — from corporations, trade associations, and ideological groups — and are distinct from individual donations. Understanding who funds a campaign provides transparency into potential policy alignment and constituent priorities.
Data: Federal Election Commission, 2024 cycle. Contributions shown are from PACs and organizational committees. Verify filings at fec.gov/data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.