Chicago Climb Raises Over $350K for Lung Health

On Sunday, June 19th, 600 participants gathered to climb the steps at Soldier Field to help improve lung health and prevent lung disease. The American Lung Association in Greater Chicago’s Fight For Air Climb, presented by UnitedHealthcare, raised over $350,000 to support lifesaving research, local programs and advocacy efforts.

“Anyone who has ever watched the Chicago Bears play here at Soldier Field knows: the stairs are really steep!” said Kristen Young, executive director at the Lung Association. “The determination of our participants to climb up and down these steps show how committed they are to our mission to help end lung disease. These climbers made our city proud.”

The Chicago Fight For Air Climb gave community members the chance to embrace the challenge of rigorous exercise in support of those with lung disease who struggle for every breath. The event offered sweeping views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan to participants who climbed 1,958 steps of Soldier Field up to three times in the timed event.