Communities United Against PFAS Contamination
A national coalition advocating for clean water, accountability, and health protections.
United by Contamination, Organized for Change
The National PFAS Contamination Coalition formed in 2017 when community leaders from across the country gathered in Boston to confront a growing crisis—PFAS contamination affecting people in many different ways. Some communities discovered toxic chemicals in their drinking water, while others were exposed through firefighting foam and gear, industrial air emissions, contaminated farmland, or nearby manufacturing facilities.
Though their experiences differed, they shared the same challenge: protecting their families, communities, and livelihoods from harmful chemicals. Today, the coalition connects impacted communities nationwide to share knowledge, support local organizing, and build a stronger national movement for accountability and lasting solutions to PFAS contamination.
From firefighters to farmers, families to frontline communities, people across the country are uniting to confront PFAS contamination and demand safer futures.
Our Story
What began as a small gathering of impacted community leaders in 2017 has grown into a national coalition advocating for accountability, clean water, and protection from PFAS contamination.
2017 Boston PFAS Conference
Community leaders from across the country gathered in Boston to confront the growing PFAS contamination crisis. During this meeting, impacted communities formally formed the National PFAS Contamination Coalition to support organizing, share information, and advocate for national action.
2019 Advocacy in Washington DC
Coalition members began traveling to Washington, D.C., meeting with members of Congress, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the White House Council on Environmental Quality to demand stronger protections from PFAS contamination.
2022 Wilmington PFAS Conference
Advocates, scientists, and impacted residents gathered in Wilmington to discuss emerging science, policy solutions, and community strategies to address PFAS contamination.
2023 Millions secured in NDAA
Millions of dollars authorized through the National Defense Authorization Act to address PFAS contamination.
2024 PFAS Superfund Designation
PFAS chemicals designated as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, allowing regulators to pursue cleanup and hold polluters accountable.
2024 Historic National Drinking Water Standards
The first national drinking water standards for PFAS finalized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
2024 PFAS Conference in Ann Arbor
Communities, researchers, and advocates gathered in Michigan to share the latest science, and policy updates.
2025 Chicago Coalition Gathering
Coalition members and partners gathered in Chicago to continue strengthening collaboration among impacted communities and advocates. Supported by KEEN footwear.
2025 A Growing National Movement
What began as a small gathering of community leaders has grown into a national coalition connecting impacted communities nationwide. Together, we continue working to protect public health, secure resources for cleanup, and hold polluters accountable for PFAS contamination.
Our Mission
The National PFAS Contamination Coalition united communities impacted by PFAS contamination to share knowledge, support grassroots organizing, and advocate for strong protections for public health and the environment.
Support Communities
We connect impacted communities across the country to share resources, strategies, and organizing tools.
Advance Science & Info
We work with scientists and experts to ensure communities have access to accurate information about PFAS contamination.
Drive Policy Change
We advocate for stronger regulations, cleanup, funding, and holding polluters accountable for contamination.
Together, we are building a national movement to protect communities from PFAS contamination and hold polluters accountable.
Our Impact in Numbers
A growing national network of communities working together to address PFAS contamination.
40+
community organizations
20+
states represented
40+
years of national advocacy
1,000+
of impacted residents connected
What We Do
The National PFAS Contamination Coalition brings together communities nationwide confronting PFAS contamination.
Our Values
The principles that guide how we work with communities, partners, and policymakers.
Community Leadership
Impacted communities must lead decisions about their health, water, and future. Those living with PFAS contamination bring the lived experience needed to drive meaningful solutions.
Transparency
Communities have a right to clear, honest information about PFAS contamination and its health risks. We work to share scientific research, community data, and lived experiences so people can understand the threats they face and advocate for meaningful protections.
Accountability
Polluters must be responsible for the contamination they caused. We advocate for strong laws, enforceable standards, and cleanup that protects communities and the environment.
Collaboration
No community should face PFAS contamination alone. We connect communities, scientists, health experts, and advocates to share knowledge and strengthen the movement for national change.
These values guide how the coalition works with communities, scientists, and policymakers to confront PFAS contamination and protect public health.
