American Lung Association in Rhode Island

10/22/2026

✨ Committee Spotlight
💃 The Affair for Air Gala
🥂 11.13.2026

Behind every meaningful evening are people who help make it possible. 🩵

A heartfelt thank you to our 2nd Annual The Affair for Air Gala committee co-chairs, Jaclyn Cotter and Tom St.Germain! Their leadership, time and dedication bring people together around a shared purpose: healthier lungs and cleaner air for all.

From guiding our committee to inspiring support throughout the community, they’re helping make our second annual Gala an evening with lasting impact.

Join us Friday, November 13 at the Graduate Providence for dinner, an open bar, live music, silent and live auctions, and a celebration of the people moving our mission forward.

🎟️ Reserve your tickets by November 8 at TheAffairForAir.org.

10/21/2026

The taste test of our Signature Cocktail for the 2nd Annual The Affair for Air Gala was a big success! Enjoy "A Breath of Fresh Air" made with Tito's Handmade Vodka, our Signature Drink Sponsor, on Friday, November 13 at the Graduate in Providence.

Secure your Gala seats before online ticket sales close on 11/8: TheAffairForAir.org

10/20/2026

✨ Committee Spotlight
💃 The Affair for Air Gala
🥂 11.13.2026

Taylor Rickard, MSCJ is a Health Science Specialist for THRIVE and is a new member of the 2nd Annual The Affair for Air Gala committee. Taylor is excited to support the American Lung Association in Rhode Island's mission and bring her expertise to the cause!

We appreciate all your support, Taylor! 🩵

🎟️ Secure Your Gala Seat: TheAffairForAir.org

10/19/2026

Your next adventure could start at The Affair for Air Gala! 🩵

Here’s a sneak peek at THREE incredible trips coming to our live auction:

🦁 Luxury African Safari for Two: Spend five nights at Hippo Lakes in South Africa, where breathtaking wildlife and a luxury tent stay make for an unforgettable escape.

🌴 All-Inclusive Mexican Beach Getaway for Two: Unwind with four nights at your choice of Marival Emotions in Nuevo Vallarta or Marival Armony in Punta Mita.

🏔️ Peak Perfection in Colorado: Enjoy seven nights for up to four guests in your choice of Breckenridge, Vail/Avon, Beaver Creek or Winter Park. Adventure, alpine charm and spectacular mountain views await!

Join us Friday, November 13 at the Graduate Providence for your chance to bid and help support healthier lungs and cleaner air in Rhode Island.

Where would YOU want to go? Tell us below! 👇

Reserve your seats:

A link to The Affair for Air Gala's event page.

10/16/2026

✨ Committee Spotlight
💃 The Affair for Air Gala
🥂 11.13.2026

Regina Bartlett is a speaker, blogger, marathoner, and author who broke a 30-year battle with her weight and lost 250 pounds. She now shares her inspiring story about getting to the heart of who you are to discover why you eat. Regina speaks on the highs and lows of her weight over the years and how five simple things helped her beat the odds and cross the finish line of the New York City Marathon.

Regina began working with the American Lung Association in Rhode Island as a guest speaker at a local LUNG FORCE Expo and representing the organization at LUNG FORCE Advocacy Day to share her story of how lung disease has impacted her life. Regina is currently a COIN OSRI Coordinator for the Ocean State Research Institute, as well as the Founder of Navigating Weight Loss. She is also a multi-time featured TEDx speaker.

We appreciate all your support, Regina! 🩵

🎟️ Secure Your Gala Seat: TheAffairForAir.org

10/15/2026

Your next night out could help Rhode Island breathe easier. 🩵

Just FOUR weeks until the 2nd Annual The Affair for Air Gala! Join us Friday, November 13 at the Graduate Providence for a black-tie evening with dinner, an open bar, live music, and silent and live auctions.

Every ticket helps support the American Lung Association’s work toward healthier lungs and cleaner air—from helping families facing lung disease to protecting the air we all share.

Make it a date night, invite your friends, or gather a group for a meaningful evening together. We’d love to celebrate with you!

🎟️ Reserve your seats: TheAffairForAir.org

Photo credit: Mike Braca

10/14/2026

We are thrilled to announce that we will be presenting this year's Landmark for Lung Health Award to Rhode Island Medical Imaging at The Affair for Air Gala on Friday, November 13 due to their commitment to lung cancer screening awareness and accessibility as well as the many other ways their team champions healthy lungs and clean air for all.

The Landmark for Lung Health Award honors a company or organization with a strong Rhode Island presence that is setting the standard for healthier lungs and cleaner air in our community. This distinguished recognition celebrates companies and institutions that go beyond expectations by championing tobacco-free environments, expanding access to lifesaving lung cancer screenings, improving air quality, and advancing health equity.

Whether through innovative workplace policies, community partnerships, or bold environmental initiatives, recipients demonstrate a measurable and lasting impact on lung health across the Ocean State. The award reflects the American Lung Association's vision of a world free of lung disease and recognizes those leading the way in making that vision a reality here in Rhode Island.

Join us on Friday, November 13 to see Rhode Island Medical Imaging accept this prestigious honor: TheAffairForAir.org

10/13/2026

✨ Committee Spotlight
💃 The Affair for Air Gala
🥂 11.13.2026

Julie Andoscia has been in the pharmaceutical industry for over 20 years. For the majority of her career, she has represented medications that treat a wide variety of respiratory diseases. Due to her passion for helping people that suffer from lung disease, Julie has been active with the American Lung Association for many years. In 2015, she joined the Lung Association’s Local Leadership Board in Rhode Island, eventually serving for two years as Vice Chair and two years as Chair.

Julie is a native Rhode islander. In her spare time, she enjoys making jewelry and sharing her work with others at craft shows. She loves spending time with her family, husband Terry, daughter Ava and friends.

We appreciate all your support, Julie! 🩵

🎟️ Secure Your Gala Seat: TheAffairForAir.org

10/09/2026

A special thank you to Brown University Health for returning as a sponsor of The Affair for Air Gala! 🩵 Their continued support helps advance healthy lungs and clean air for Rhode Islanders.

Celebrate with us on Friday, November 13 at the Graduate in Providence! Enjoy a memorable evening featuring a plated dinner, open bar, silent and live auctions, and live music - all in support of a mission that touches every breath.

Learn more and reserve your seat at TheAffairForAir.org.

10/08/2026

✨ Committee Spotlight
🕺 The Affair for Air Gala
🥂 11.13.2026

Michael T. Crawley is a partner and the audit practice leader in Citrin Cooperman's Providence, RI office with more than 20 years of experience. Mike’s connection to the American Lung Association’s mission began when he was 12 years old and lost his uncle to an asthma attack after his uncle was jogging to catch a bus in New York City. The experience left Mike, also a lifelong asthmatic, eager to ‘do something’ in his uncle’s memory. Having served in various Chair roles with the Lung Association, Mike continues to participate in the organization’s local fundraising events and serve the organization on its Rhode Island Leadership Board, Northeast & Mid-Atlantic Regional Board, and National Finance Committee.

Thank you for your support, Mike! 🩵

🎟️ Secure Your Gala Seat: TheAffairForAir.org