176 people participated in the American Lung Association in Florida’s Fight For Air Climb at Exploria Stadium. The event raised more than $84,000 to fund the Lung Association’s efforts to end lung disease and support the organization’s COVID-19 Action Initiative.
This was the 15th year of the Fight For Air Climb, Presented by AdventHealth. For the event, participants climbed 1,000 stairs throughout Exploria Stadium. The organization is also offering a “Climb Your Way” option for those who couldn’t make it to the physical event.
“Once again, this event proved to be as moving as it was rewarding for all who participated, young and old alike,” said Janelle Hom, Executive Director for the Lung Association. “Thank you to all of our participants, volunteers and sponsors who came together to make a difference in the lives of people facing lung disease, lung cancer and COVID-19.”
In total, the Orlando Fight For Air Climb resulted in:
- 176 registered participants and volunteers;
- 28 teams; and
- $84,646 raised and counting!
Money raised at the Fight For Air Climb will fund the Lung Association’s efforts to end lung cancer and lung disease, as well as support the organization’s COVID-19 Action Initiative. The COVID-19 Action Initiative is a $25 million investment to address COVID-19 and protect against future respiratory virus pandemics.
Thank you to our local sponsors: AdventHealth, Eddie Fisher Wealth Management Strategies of Raymond James, Orlando Health, DUDA, Florida Department of Health-Radon, Applied Ingenuity Diagnostics, OUC, Downtown Orlando, NeuroSkeletal Imaging, Troutman Law, Edgewater Family Wealth, Orlando Network Exchange, American Society of Safety Professionals, J Meyers Insurance Group, Bottomline Clarity, Synovus, Granny Nannies
For more information about the event and to donate, visit FightForAirClimb.org/Orlando.
The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the American Lung Association, a holder of the coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and a Gold-Level GuideStar Member, or to support the work it does, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit: Lung.org.
