Young Republicans · Ages 18–40 · Six counties, one club

The Next Generation of Conservative Leadership in the Heartlands

Heartlands Young Republicans brings together young conservatives from DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands and Okeechobee Counties to grow the Republican Party, develop the leaders of tomorrow and elect candidates who share our values. Recruit. Train. Elect.

6Counties
18–40Ages
$25Per year
Our mission

Recruit. Train. Elect.

Recruit

We bring new young voters and activists into the Republican Party across Florida’s rural heartland — through community events, campus outreach and fellowship that turns neighbors into fellow members.

Train

From campaign skills and public speaking to parliamentary procedure and running for office, we give our members the practical training to lead — locally and in Tallahassee.

Elect

We knock doors, make calls, wave signs and turn out the vote for Republican candidates and conservative causes, from county commission to the White House.

Who we are

A Regional Club, Chartered to Win

Heartlands YR is the official Young Republican club for Florida’s Heartlands region, chartered under the Florida Young Republicans (FLYR) and the Young Republican National Federation (YRNF). We operate as one membership and one Executive Board serving all six counties, with hybrid meetings so every member can take part — in person or online.

Membership is open to registered Republicans ages 18–40. Annual dues are just $25.

DeSotoGladesHardeeHendryHighlandsOkeechobee

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Leadership

Executive Board

Meet the team
Ryan Horne

Ryan Horne

President
Joshua Terreros

Joshua Terreros

Vice President
Ethan Ridgdill

Ethan Ridgdill

Treasurer
Celestina Fajardo

Celestina Fajardo

Secretary
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November 5, 2026

Why the Heartlands Matters

Rural Florida decides statewide races. Here’s how young Republicans can tip the balance.

Ready to Get Involved?

Become a member for $25 a year, come to our next meeting, or volunteer on a campaign. The Heartlands needs young conservative leaders — and that starts with you.

Join for $25/year