Obama Foundation

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The Obama Foundation’s mission is to inspire, empower, and connect people to change their world.That mission begins at home, on the South Side of Chicago, where we are building the Obama Presidential Center. But it extends to all our work. Learn more about our Obama Leaders and Obama Scholars programs, the Girls Opportunity Alliance and the My Brother’s Keeper Alliance, as well as our new Voyager Scholarship for undergraduates: https://www.obama.org/mission/Note: Program applications typically run on a staggered schedule. Check out the individual program pages, linked on the site above, to see if a program is currently accepting applications.

 

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Obama Foundation

The Obama Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and connecting people to change their world. The Foundation operates the Obama Presidential Center, a campus and museum located in Chicago that opened to the public in June 2026. The center features exhibits exploring life in the Obama White House, artifacts, and interactive experiences showcasing moments that shaped President and Mrs. Obama. The Foundation offers programs, events, and visitor experiences designed to engage communities both on campus and globally. The campus includes a museum, park areas, and spaces for public engagement and civic participation.

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Programs

The Foundation offers various programs aimed at inspiring and empowering people. Details about specific programs can be found on the Programs section of the website.

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