Red Sneakers for Oakley “Days” Program
The RSFO Days Program utilizes food allergy statistics and educational resources to help spread food allergy awareness amongst schools, workplaces, and other communities. The Days Program encourages participation in Red Sneaker Days, a “day” when everyone wears their red sneakers/shoes (or anything red) and participates together to raise awareness for the dangers of food allergies. The RSFO Days Program teaches what a food allergy is, why food allergies are dangerous and should be taken seriously, how to recognize a mild and severe allergic reaction, what anaphylaxis is and what to do in case of anaphylaxis.
Red Sneaker Days can be utilized in schools, businesses, organizations and local communities. Many Red Sneaker Days involve soccer games, field days, tennis tournaments, educational assemblies, PSA viewings, food allergy book readings, art projects, and many more. RSFO provides digital resources, physical materials and planning support for those hosting a Red Sneaker Day. The Days Program has participation from 100+ schools and communities worldwide.
The Days Program includes the RSFO Ambassador Program. RSFO Ambassadors inspire, educate and empower their peers to understand the physical and social impact of food allergies. They teach peers how to confidently take action during an allergic reaction, and advocate for safety and acceptance for those who suffer from food allergies. RSFO Ambassadors spearhead Red Sneaker Days within their own communities.
Many schools choose to host an educational assembly for the whole school to learn about food allergies. Check out an example of this type of Red Sneaker Day at Palm Beach Day Academy (PBDA) in Florida. PBDA brought in two expert allergists to speak to the staff and students. The allergists then answered questions for the parents of students at PBDA. Student Video Parent Video
Download these resources from the RSFO Days Program to participate:
Ways to Take Action
All donations are used to raise awareness about the dangers of food allergies through the creation of educational programs, community outreach and advocacy.
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Red sneakers are the sign for food allergy awareness. If you don’t have a pair, buy some and wear them to your next social function. Let the world know you support #redsneakersforoakley!
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Every purchase helps us in our mission to educate and advocate for food allergy awareness.
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If you’d like to plan a Red Sneaker Day, RSFO will provide informational resources, support, and other industry facts to help make it happen!
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Ambassador Program
The Red Sneakers Ambassador Program is an opportunity to educate and promote awareness about the many dangers associated with food allergies.
Support friends, family & colleagues who suffer from food allergies by coming together as a community, on May 20th, to spread food allergy awareness!
