- About
About
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), a not-for-profit organization founded in 1953, is the leading patient organization for people with asthma and allergies, and the oldest asthma and allergy patient group in the world.
- Asthma
Asthma
Nearly 28 million people in the United States have asthma. The best way to manage asthma is to avoid triggers, take medications to prevent symptoms, and prepare to treat asthma episodes if they occur.
- Allergies
Allergies
Allergies are one of the most common chronic diseases. An allergy occurs when the body’s immune system sees a substance as harmful and overreacts to it. The substances that cause allergic reactions are allergens.
- Programs
Programs
AAFA offers a variety of educational programs, resources and tools for patients, caregivers, and health professionals. AAFA launches educational awareness campaigns throughout the year. We teach the general public about asthma and allergic diseases.
- Research and Reports
Research and Reports
Research is an important part of our pursuit of better health. Through research, we gain better understanding of illnesses and diseases, new medicines, ways to improve quality of life and cures. AAFA conducts and promotes research for asthma and allergic diseases.
- Advocacy
Advocacy
AAFA works to support public policies that will benefit people with asthma and allergies. Advocacy and public policy work are important for protecting the health and safety of those with asthma and allergies. We advocate for federal and state legislation as well as regulatory actions that will help you.
- Get Involved
Get Involved
There are several ways you can support AAFA in its mission to provide education and support to patients and families living with asthma and allergies. You can make a donation, fundraise for AAFA, take action in May for Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, and join a community to get the help and support you need.
- News
News
AAFA can connect you to all of the information and resources you need to help you learn more about asthma and allergic diseases.
- Donate
- Get Support
- Join the Community
- Login
- Blog
- Media
Fundraise for AAFA
Fundraise for AAFA
Imagine a time when every person with asthma and allergies feels supported and empowered to manage their conditions and live full, active lives. You can help make this dream a reality by hosting a fundraiser for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Your generous donations support:
- Emotional and social support so families don’t feel isolated or overwhelmed
- Advocacy to build a safe and inclusive future
- Education on how to overcome asthma and allergy barriers
- Research on asthma and allergy prevention, treatment, and management
“The reason we raise funds for AAFA is to honor my sister, Marisa, who passed in 2015 due to an asthma attack. We also want to raise awareness and help prevent tragedies like ours from happening to future families.” – Lexi Waller
Since birth, I’ve struggled with severe asthma. I saw the difficulty after my parents were briefly unemployed and had to save up for my costly medicines. This is when I realized not much is being done to help underprivileged or low-income individuals with asthma. I believed I could ensure other individuals would face the same issue, hence starting the Asthma Approach.” – Rohan, co-creator of the Asthma Approach
I’ve always been interested in nursing and learning about the respiratory system, hence my strong interest in the Asthma Approach. My mom has been a nurse for over 20 years and seeing how caring and supportive she is to her patients really inspires me. I want to be a nurse so I can help make a difference in people’s lives, just like my mom. I look up to her and want to carry on her legacy of being caring and excellent.” – Jasmin, co-creator of the Asthma Approach
Ways to Fundraise
You can help save and improve the lives of people with asthma and allergies. Here’s how you can get involved.
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Become an AAFA Ally AAFA Allies raise funds to support AAFA’s mission-critical programs and services. Your fundraiser can be shared across all social media platforms. | Social Media Social media fundraising is one of the easiest ways to raise money. You can set up fundraisers through: | Host an Event Hold a fundraiser or awareness event in your community. You can host a:
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Get a Free Fundraising Kit
Do you need ideas on where to start? We can help!
Download a free fundraising kit with information about AAFA’s programs, fundraising strategies to support your goals, and sample social media posts and emails.
Questions? Reach Out to Us!
If you have questions, please contact us at gro.afaa@esiardnuf. One of AAFA’s team members will be happy to help.
Ways to Fundraise
You can help save and improve the lives of people with asthma and allergies. Here’s how you can get involved.
Become an AAFA Ally AAFA Allies raise funds to support AAFA’s mission-critical programs and services. Your fundraiser can be shared across all social media platforms. |
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Social Media Social media fundraising is one of the easiest ways to raise money. You can set up fundraisers through: |
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Host an Event Hold a fundraiser or awareness event in your community. You can host a:
|
Get a Free Fundraising Kit
Do you need ideas on where to start? We can help!
Download a free fundraising kit with information about AAFA’s programs, fundraising strategies to support your goals, and sample social media posts and emails.
Questions? Reach Out to Us!
If you have questions, please contact us at gro.afaa@esiardnuf. One of AAFA’s team members will be happy to help.
Your gift can save lives.
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Over the past 15 years, there have been moderate advances in U.S. public policy, health care and research, but racial gaps in asthma outcomes have not changed. Minority groups continue to bear disproportionate hardship in managing asthma.