American Lung Association® in Alaska

ALA in Alaska Honored with National Diversity Award

Alaska received the 2010 Bernard Gregory Award for Cultural Diversity for its contribution to effective diversity practices. The national ALA presented the award during its annual conference in Tampa, Florida on June 11th.

How Healthy is Alaska's Air?

Alaska’s air quality scored mixed grades in the American Lung Association’s eleventh annual State of the Air Report, released April 28, 2010. Anchorage was designated the fourth cleanest U.S. city for year-round particle pollution.

National Volunteer Week

April 18 – 24 is National Volunteer Week, an opportunity for the ALA in Alaska to spotlight an outstanding volunteer whose generosity and dedication has made a profound impact on our organization, its programs, and the people we serve. We introduce you to Sherry Price—one such volunteer.

Anchorage Police Request Public's Help

The Department is offering a $25,000 reward for any information and assistance which leads to the arrest and prosecution of persons who shot APD Office Jason Allen. Call the Tip Line at 786-8860.

Looking for Smokefree Housing? You’re Now Only One Click Away

Now finding and advertising smokefree rental housing in Alaska is as easy as click and search, thanks to the American Lung Association relationship with Rentlinx.

New Bank of America® Products Support American Lung Association

Bank of America announced new credit card, check card and checking account products that help support the American Lung’s Association mission to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease.