Republican · IL · District 14 · House
James Thomas Marter
Raised $15K in PAC and organizational contributions from 7 committees during the 2024 federal election cycle, led by HUCK ($5K) — from Federal Election Commission filings.
- $15K
- Total received
- House
- Challenger / open
- 7
- Contributing PACs
Who funds James Thomas Marter
Top organizational PAC contributors during the 2024 cycle, from FEC filings.
Top PAC contributors to James Thomas Marter · FEC (2024 cycle)
Campaign Finance Summary
James Thomas Marter (R-IL) has received $15K in PAC and organizational contributions during the 2024 federal election cycle. The largest single contribution came from HUCK, totaling $5K. 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 James Thomas Marter's FEC Filings Reveal
James Thomas Marter is a Republican candidate for House representing IL, District 14, tracked in Federal Election Commission filings under committee ID H8IL16153. During the 2024 federal election cycle, 7 PACs and organizational committees contributed a combined $15K to James Thomas Marter'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 HUCK at $5K, and the top 7 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 James Thomas Marter's candidacy.
As a non-incumbent, James Thomas Marter'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 |
|---|---|
| HUCK | $5K |
| GATOR | $5K |
| TEAM LAHOOD | $2K |
| NONE | $2K |
| NATIONAL PRO-LIFE ALLIANCE | $500 |
| REPUBLICAN JEWISH COALITION-POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (RJC-PAC) | $400 |
| ILLINOIS CITIZENS FOR LIFE | $100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who funds James Thomas Marter's campaign?
James Thomas Marter receives campaign contributions from PACs and organizational committees. The top contributing organization is HUCK, which contributed $5K. In total, James Thomas Marter received $15K during the 2024 election cycle from 7 contributing organizations tracked in FEC filings.
How much has James Thomas Marter received in total contributions?
James Thomas Marter (Republican, IL) received $15K in PAC and organizational contributions during the 2024 federal election cycle. All data comes from Federal Election Commission filings.
What office is James Thomas Marter running for?
James Thomas Marter is a Republican candidate for House in IL, District 14. James Thomas Marter is a challenger or running for an open seat.
What types of organizations contribute to James Thomas Marter?
James Thomas Marter 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 James Thomas Marter's fundraising compare to others?
James Thomas Marter received $15K in PAC contributions during the 2024 cycle. To see how this compares to other House candidates in IL, visit the Rankings page for side-by-side comparisons of all tracked politicians by total contributions received.
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Campaign Finance Context
James Thomas Marter's $15K 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.