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Become a Founding Member with a recurring gift—monthly or annually—and help fuel emerging leaders, community-driven solutions, and lasting change.

Your Impact, Together

Become a Founding Member with a recurring gift—monthly or annually—and join changemakers who believe in the power of community. Your sustained support fuels emerging leaders, strengthens community-driven solutions, and helps build an inclusive, lasting impact for generations to come.

Because of committed supporters like you, this movement has already reached far and wide:

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When Founding Members come together, the ripple effect is powerful—adding momentum to programs, amplifying voices, and accelerating progress toward lasting change.

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Founding Member Benefits

  • Early Access

    Enjoy priority access to purchase tickets for the Obama Presidential Center Museum before they’re available to the general public.

  • Curated Content

    Inspiring stories, insider updates, and expert insights that connect you to the leaders and communities you’re helping empower.

  • Sustained Impact

    The confidence of knowing your gift supports this work every day, all year long—fueling programs and empowering young leaders to create lasting change.

  • Exclusive Events

    Invitations to special gatherings and virtual experiences designed to deepen your connection to our shared mission and community.

  • Shop Discounts

    Member-only savings on merchandise that celebrates the movement you’re powering.

  • Shape the Future

    Opportunities to share your ideas through exclusive surveys and feedback sessions—helping guide our work both online and onsite.

“ Through MBKA Uniondale, I’ve tracked reading lists for students across our school district and helped celebrate their progress. As an MBK Ambassador, I want more students to see reading as an opportunity, not just something to do.”

–My Brother’s Keeper Ambassador Ikenna Okoye, Uniondale, NY

Become a Founding Member today

Make an ongoing contribution to The Obama Foundation today to build a brighter tomorrow.

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

Hear from the next generation of leaders

José Patiño, a man with a medium skin tone, speaks with a reporter in Phoenix, in September 2017. Her back is to the camera. He is wearing a yellow shirt. In the background, signs read, “support DACA,” “protect,” and “defend.”
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  • Stories
How an Obama Leader went from undocumented child to helping thousands of immigrants
José Patiño is doing the work to serve immigrants—from helping them afford college to ensuring they get due process.
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Tammy Darcy, a woman with a light skin tone, holds her face in her hands as she poses for a portrait. She has blonde hair and is wearing a black sweater and blue jeans.
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Obama Europe Leader empowers Irish girls
After losing her sister, Tammy Darcy launched The Shona Project to uplift Irish girls with support and mentorship.
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Barbara Mukisa, a Black girl with a dark skin tone, holds a candle as she smiles at the camera. She has low hair and is wearing a colorful patterned top. Girls in the background are slightly blurred.
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From big sisters to reading mentors: Obama Foundation youth programs change lives
Meet two young changemakers of MBK Alliance and The Girls Opportunity Alliance.
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Hear from Fellow Founding Members

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“President Obama’s call to service ignited a fire within me. I created an evidence-based curriculum to empower girls, and I see change happening. Supporting The Obama Foundation is my way of amplifying my impact. Join me in making change happen!” —Sonali B., Founding Member, California
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“Living near the future Obama Presidential Center has shown me the power of hope in action. By supporting The Obama Foundation, I’m not just giving back—I’m investing in the future of our neighborhood and beyond.” —Harold S., Founding Member, Illinois

“ Change doesn’t happen overnight—and I’m proud to play a small, steady role in helping it grow.”

–Kristin V., Founding Member, Rhode Island

FAQs

Still curious? Explore our full Membership FAQ , discover more ways to give , or contact us anytime at donate@obama.org (Opens in a new tab) . We’re here to help you find meaningful ways to get involved that align with your passion.

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