Saving Lives by Educating and Advocating for Food Allergy Awareness
Red Sneakers for Oakley is a
501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Download the Allergy Awareness Handbook, search for Allergy-friendly doctors, find Allergy-safe restaurants, and more!
The Red Sneaker Ambassador Program is an opportunity to educate and promote awareness about the many dangers associated with food allergies.
There a number of ways you can take action and help raise awareness on food allergies in your community!
"UP TO 32 MILLION AMERICANS, INCLUDING 1 IN 13 CHILDREN, HAVE A FOOD ALLERGY, AND NEARLY 40 PERCENT OF THESE CHILDREN HAVE ALREADY EXPERIENCED A SEVERE OR LIFE-THREATENING REACTION."
-FOOD ALLERGY RESEARCH AND EDUCATION
TESTIMONIAL
"I just wanted to let you know of yet another life you and Oakley have saved…”
Our Story
Inspired by the life of Oakley Debbs
Red Sneakers for Oakley was established by Robert and Merrill Debbs after the death of their 11-year-old son Oakley due to a fatal allergic reaction to nuts. Oakley loved his red sneakers and the family decided to use them as a powerful symbol for increased education and awareness among communities of people with food allergies, but also people who don’t have them.
Oakley suffered from both asthma and an allergy to nuts, and the Debbs believe they were ill prepared to recognize the signs of anaphylaxis, the acute multiorgan life-threatening reaction to allergens.
Since its establishment, Red Sneakers for Oakley has gained national exposure through supporters wearing red sneakers and has launched a multi-pronged approach to enable its mission and mobilize people to take action.
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Every purchase helps us in our mission to educate and advocate for food allergy awareness. Thank you for your support!
Red Sneakers Blog
A Blog for Living with Food Allergies
Our Partners
Red Sneakers for Oakley couldn’t make the difference it does if it weren’t for our partners propping us up with monetary and resource donations.
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