How to Contact Barack Obama

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Obama's website, email, P.O. box, and other contact methods
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If you have a thought, idea, or question you'd like to share with former President Barack Obama, you might wonder if it's even possible to contact him. Luckily, there are a number of ways that you may be able to get in touch with him! Just keep in mind that even though he isn't the President anymore, he's still a very busy and popular person, so he may not be able to respond to each individual message he receives.

Barack Obama's Mailing Address

Barack Obama's mailing address is:

Office of Barack and Michelle Obama
P.O. Box 91000
Washington, DC 20066
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https://barackobama.com/contact/

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  1. The contact page on Barack Obama's website is the official channel for the public to contact the former President. In fact, the Office of Barack and Michelle Obama requests that you use this form rather than sending personal mail. Fill out the form to send a personal message, to request an appearance by President Obama, or if you're a member of the press making a media inquiry. [1]
    • Select "President Obama" from the drop-down menu at the top of the page (you also have the option of contacting Michelle Obama through the same form).
    • Fill out the top of the form with your name, email address, phone number, and address. Then, compose your message in the text box.
    • After you proof-read your message, click the blue "Get in Touch" box at the bottom of the form.
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https://barackobama.com/greetings/

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  1. The former President will send a message to help commemorate certain special occasions. Fill out the form with the reason for the greeting, the name and address of the recipient, and your name, email address, and phone number. Include any notes about the greeting at the bottom of the form. You can request a greeting for the following occasions: [2]
    • Birthday (specify adult or child)
    • Condolence
    • Eagle Scout Award
    • Girl Scout Gold Award
    • Graduation
    • Military retirement
    • Birth of a child
    • Wedding
    • Wedding anniversary
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P.O. Box 91000, Washington, DC

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  1. Although President Obama requests that mail be sent through his website, he does have a physical mailing address as well. Send your note to:
    Office of Barack and Michelle Obama
    P.O. Box 91000
    Washington, DC 20066. [3]
    • Be aware that all letters and packages will be screened by security before they're sent on to the former President. [4]
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1-773-365-9687

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  1. Yes, that is really a number you can use to text President Obama—but there's a catch. If you text that number, you'll be sent a prompt to sign up for the social media app Community. Once you're signed up, you'll get a text any time the former President sends an update to his followers. You can also text him directly, although he may not have time to answer everyone. [5]
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https://www.facebook.com/barackobama

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  1. President Obama maintains an active presence on social media, including Facebook. His Facebook posts are open for public comments, so feel free to leave a note sharing your thoughts. There's no guarantee he'll respond, but there is at least a chance he'll see your comment!
    • President Obama's Facebook page is set up so you can't message him through Facebook Messenger.
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https://twitter.com/BarackObama

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  1. President Obama posts to Twitter frequently, sharing videos, pictures, and stories of his work with the public. You can't DM him on Twitter, but you can leave a reply on one of his posts, which he may see.
    • The former president doesn't typically comment on or like his replies and mentions, so don't be surprised if you don't hear back from him, even if he reads your message.
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https://www.instagram.com/barackobama/

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  1. President Obama usually posts the same content to his Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram profiles. If you follow him on Insta, you'll see new posts nearly every day—and sometimes multiple times a day. That's plenty of opportunities to share your thoughts through an Instagram comment.
    • Like his other accounts, President Obama does not usually reply to comments—but he may still see it!
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Linked In: Barack Obama

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  1. President Obama isn't active on LinkedIn, but he does have an account. Chances aren't great that he'll see your message, much less respond. However, he does have an account, and if you have LinkedIn Premium, you can send him a message, even if you're not connected.
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obama.library@nara.gov

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  1. Emails to the presidential library probably won't get to Barack Obama himself. However, if you have a unique idea to help preserve the former President's legacy, this might be a good option. [6]
    • President Obama's library will be the first of its kind—its contents will be 100% online.
    • You can also call the Barack Obama Presidential Library at (847) 252-5700.
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https://www.obama.org/contact-us/

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  1. The Obama Foundation works to support upcoming leaders and provide new opportunities for young people. The foundation is also responsible for developing the Barack Obama Presidential Center, which will hold physical records and artifacts from his presidency. While your message probably won't reach the president, you can use the foundation's contact page to share:
    • Your personal story
    • Donations
    • Presidential artifacts
    • Interest in interning, volunteering, or employment
    • Press inquiries
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press@obama.org

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  1. If you're a member of the media and you want to request more information from the Barack Obama Foundation or the Barack Obama Presidential Center, send an email to reach someone directly.
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    President Obama prefers letters be sent through the contact form on his website, which is listed above. However, you can also send physical mail to: Office of Barack and Michelle Obama, P.O. Box 91000, Washington, DC, 20066.
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      1. ↑ https://barackobama.com/contact/
      2. ↑ https://barackobama.com/greetings/
      3. ↑ https://www.obamalibrary.gov/about-us/contact-us
      4. ↑ https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/ex-presidents-mail-secret-service-gets-first-look
      5. ↑ https://my.community.com/barackobama
      6. ↑ https://www.obamalibrary.gov/about-us/contact-us

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      You can contact Barack Obama by using the contact form on his website or by mailing a letter to his office. To use the contact form, visit his website at barackobama.com and click on the contact page. When the contact form appears, fill out all of the requested information, and then write a note in the field at the bottom of the form. Be respectful and be sure to address him as “Mr. President” or “President Obama.” Once you’ve completed your message, click on the submit button. To mail President Obama a letter, start by writing a business letter that says what you want to tell him. Then, place it in an envelope and address it to his office in Washington D.C. To learn how to request a greeting from Barack Obama, keep reading!

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