Why We Walk #2: The American Lung Association's Mission

The American Lung Association has set the goal of raising $125,000 through this one event, the 2011 Fight for Air Climb in Carew Tower.  Team "Clean Air Climbers" just happens to be in first place in the fund raising column.  Here's proof:

But why raise money for the American Lung Association?  The ALA's mission is very direct and simple: To save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease.  With 33 million Americans afflicted by lung diseases, it's the number 3 killer of adults in the United States.  1 out of every 6 deaths can be attributed to lung disease.  This killer affects us all, either directly by means of degrading our personal health or by affecting the lives of our friends and family.

Over the next few months, we'll look at some of the specific goals of the American Lung Association and some of the great things they will be doing with your donation.  If you would like to donate to our climb now, click one of the donation links on the side bar of this page and help us support the American Lung Association in their mission.