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Finding the Right Fit for Your Impact.

Become a Friend, Partner, Changemaker, or plan an estate gift to inspire, empower, and connect the next generation of changemakers.
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At The Obama Foundation, we believe that change doesn't happen from the top down; it happens from the ground up, fueled by the meaningful commitment of people like you.

When you step up to a leadership annual giving donor community, you aren't just making a donation—you are providing the tools, resources, and networks that empower the next generation of leaders to turn hope into action.

The Obama Leaders program has profoundly impacted my work by teaching me how to build pluralism into everything I do. It expanded my understanding of leadership beyond inclusion and toward truly finding common ground and bridging divides. This shift has reshaped how I lead, collaborate, and create impact. Pluralism is now a cornerstone of my work and a key part of my North Star, guiding how I build communities, design programs, and foster meaningful change.”

Lisa Mae Brunson, 2024-2025 Obama Foundation USA Leader

Why Your Leadership Matters.

Your contribution is the fuel that transforms shared hope into tangible progress. By investing in our mission, you do more than support a physical campus on the South Side of Chicago; you provide the tools, resources, and global networks necessary to empower the next generation of leaders who are changing their communities from the ground up.

The collective dedication of our Friends, Partners, and Changemakers proves that a diverse group of citizens, motivated by a common purpose, can truly change the world. Together, we are building a world-class home for change and an enduring culture of civic engagement that will lead us forward.

Benefits

FRIENDS | $1,000
  • Ongoing priority opportunities to purchase Museum tickets ahead of the general public 

  • Recognition on the Contributors page on The Obama Foundation website

  • Quarterly newsletter from the CEO

  • Biannual printed newsletter

  • Invitations to participate in our biannual supporter survey

  • Dedicated point of contact

PARTNERS | $10,000

Includes all previous benefits, plus:

  • Annual recognition on the Digital Donor Wall at the Obama Presidential Center

  • Invitations to our virtual town hall with Foundation leadership and special guests

  • Exclusive previews of Obama Foundation and Obama Presidential Center programming

CHANGEMAKERS | $50,000

Includes all previous benefits, plus:

  • Tailored updates and personalized briefings on Foundation programs and impact

  • Exclusive opportunities to connect with Foundation staff and see the impact of our programs

The moment I learned about the Obama Foundation, I knew I wanted to be part of it. What a gift to have THE opportunity to perpetuate the Obamas’ vision for our precious world, particularly through leadership development. I will continue to support local initiatives, but being part of a national community is not only exciting and motivating, but it nurtures my soul, and I am grateful to my core.”

Barbara C., Oregon, Partner

Become a Friend today.

Donate $1,000 or more to the Barack Obama Foundation.

The Barack Obama Foundation is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN 46-4950751).

Change doesn’t happen by accident; it happens by design. Your commitment moves us past the ‘what if’ and into the ‘what is,’ giving the next generation of leaders the concrete tools and the network they need to build a future where everyone can thrive. Join us as a Friend or Partner today. 


Interested in becoming a Changemaker ? Reach out to speak with a member of our leadership annual giving team at donate@obama.org (Opens in a new tab) today.

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