Our Vision
Is a World Free of Lung Disease
And we won't stop until we get there. Join as we work to save lives by improving lung health, preventing lung disease, and creating a healthy world for all.
American Lung Association Research Institute
The new American Lung Association Research Institute has launched, which will empower promising scientists to accelerate discovery and innovation through funding research, convening experts, and sharing knowledge.
Current Initiatives and Updates
Searching for lung disease cures, addressing the youth vaping epidemic, supporting laws that protect the air we all breathe—see how we work to save lives every day.
Our Impact
Our work directly touches more than 20 million Americans each year and supports millions of Americans with our pioneering model of education, advocacy and research.
90 cents of every dollar goes to program services
120 research grants funded through our research program
For nearly 120 years the American Lung Association has been the champion of lung health
$25 million commitment to end COVID-19 and defend against future respiratory viruses
Upcoming Events
Get involved in your community and meet others who are passionate about lung health. Whether it's an athletic event, a local quit smoking group or an educational expo, there is something for everyone.
Stand with LUNG FORCE to Defeat Lung Cancer
Only a force of many can take on lung cancer—the #1 cancer killer in America. LUNG FORCE unites us to stand together and save lives.
EACH Breath Blog
Go past the headlines as experts, volunteers and staff illustrate the latest discoveries and nuances around healthy lungs and clean air in our award-winning blog.
You Stopped Smoking—Now Start Screening
If you smoked, low-dose CT screening could save your life. Take the Saved By The Scan quiz to see if you should get screened for lung cancer.
