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Your Action, Our Promise.
Your Gift Powers the Next Chapter of Change
For 20 years, OAC has stood beside people living with obesity — people who have faced stigma, fought for care, searched for answers and longed for a community that truly understands them.
- We’ve pushed for better access to care.
- We’ve fought for fairness and respect for all.
- We’ve built a community where people are valued, seen and heard.
But we can’t continue this work without you. The action you take today tells every person living with obesity, “You matter. You deserve respect. You aren’t alone.” And right now, you can make twice the impact with your donation. OAC’s Board of Directors is matching every gift made during this campaign.
Featured Story: Lisa Hernandez
A Community that Understood Her
Lisa Hernandez has spent her life overcoming challenges and discovering just how powerful support can be. From pushing through painful moments in childhood to caring for her mother during serious health challenges, she has always led with strength and love.
Member Stories: Real People. Real Impact. Real Action.
John Simon III is proof of what’s possible when compassion, science and community come together. As a teen, he faced serious health challenges and bullying — but with support, he rebuilt his health and found a passion for helping others.
For most of her life, Liz carried blame, shame and misinformation about her own body. Then she found OAC and learned a simple truth that changed everything: obesity is a disease, not a personal failure.
Allena was a teen struggling with isolation and confidence. Her mom, Dana, simply wanted her daughter to feel supported and understood. When they found OAC, everything changed.
Jess came to YWM seeking support, but found healing in watching teens in the Thrive Together Program receive the kind of guidance he wished he’d had growing up. His story shows how OAC’s work creates belonging, hope and lasting support for families.
For more than four decades, Kevin Stephens believed what so many people living with obesity are told: it was his fault. Everything changed when Kevin found the Obesity Action Coalition.
Why Your Gift Matters & Powers the Next Chapter of Change
Your donation doesn’t just support programs. It changes lives.
You’re choosing to support millions of people who deserve better access to care, better understanding and a better future.
Your donation goes directly toward OAC works every day to:
- Expand trusted science-based education and resources
- Grow support programs for families, teens and the OAC Community
- Increase awareness and reducing weight bias and stigma
- Fuel advocacy efforts for fair, accessible and science-based care
And because of the Board Match, every dollar you give becomes two — multiplying your impact.
Give a Gift, Get Some Gear
Your donation drives advocacy, awareness, education and support for people living with obesity. As a thank-you for your gift you’ll receive a special OAC item based on the level of your donation.
$50–$99: OAC Hat
Easy to wear, easy to love
Make a gift in this range and receive our OAC hat — comfortable and perfect for showing your support for OAC wherever you go.
$100–$199: OAC Stanley Tumbler
Hydrate with purpose
Your donation earns you a sleek OAC-branded Stanley Tumbler. It’s durable and a great way to carry OAC’s mission with you every day.
$200+: OAC Fleece
Warm, cozy and mission-forward
Give $200 or more and take home a premium OAC fleece. It’s soft and a bold way to show your commitment to the OAC.
Your gift powers change — your gear helps spread the word of OAC.
Donate today and claim your exclusive item.
(US mailing addresses only) Gifts will ship in January 2026.
Take Action Today!
Your gift today helps build a brighter, more compassionate and more accessible future for every person living with obesity.
YOU are a vital part of this community. Thank you for fueling what’s next.
The Obesity Action Coalition is a nonprofit charity designated as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) by the Internal Revenue Service. Our Federal Tax ID Number is 20-1953508. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. All transactions on our website are safe and secure.