Freedom from Smoking (FFS)
Last year, we trained 52 facilities that will be helping Oklahomans to quit using tobacco.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Events
2010 Fight for Air Climb in Oklahoma City
May 8, 2010
First National Center
120 N Robinson Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Join us for one of the most unique events in Oklahoma City! This is more than your average 5k. This event takes people vertical as they attempt to climb many floors to reach the celebration at the top. Whether climbing for a winning time or simply to cross the finish line, this event is a great way to challenge yourself physically. We guarantee that all finishers will have a new found respect for their lungs as you climb the 29 flights of stairs in the First National Center building with us on May 8!
For more information, contact Heather Griswold at or 405-748-4674 ext. 203.
Past Events
These events have recently taken place, but you can still donate to the American Lung Association! Each event was a great success. Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered or donated. You have helped further the mission of the American Lung Association: to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.
Fight for Air Luncheon - Oklahoma City
February 2, 2010 – 11:00 a.m.
Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club
7000 NW Grand Blvd.
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Corporate Tables – $1,000
Individual Tickets (limited availability) – $75
The “Fight for Air Luncheon” annual fundraiser will feature a nationally recognized celebrity keynote speaker, Kathryn Joosten, to speak on her connection with lung disease, battle with lung cancer, and the lack of awareness and stigmas that accompany the disease. This year’s Event Chair is Debbie Yoeckel, with last year’s Chair, Elaine Levy, returning as her Co-Chair.
The luncheon will feature a Chinese Auction and Raffle with exclusive items from local boutiques and donors, with winners announced following the keynote address.
For more information, contact Heather Griswold at or 405-748-4674 ext. 203.
OKC Luncheon Launch Party
October 29, 2009
Paseo Grill
Prized Table Hostesses for the upcoming Fight for Air Luncheon will be treated to this luncheon. It is being hosted by Luncheon Event Chair, Debbie Yoeckel and Co-Chair Elaine Levy.
To attend, contact Heather Griswold at or 405-748-4674 ext. 203.
OKC Party with a Purpose
October 22, 2009
Wendy Linke’s home
Guests will learn about the American Lung Association at this event co-hosted by Lexi Smith. The reception is by invitation only, and is open to current and past American Lung Association supporters.
To attend, contact Heather Griswold at or 405-748-4674 ext. 203.
OKC Party with a Purpose
October 20, 2009
Mary Blankenship-Pointer’s home
Guests will enjoy hor d’oerves and refreshments while mingling with staff and volunteers with the organization. The reception will bring attendees up to date on the critical work the American Lung Association is doing in Oklahoma.
To attend, contact Heather Griswold at or 405-748-4674 ext. 203.
O2 Society Event - Oklahoma City
September 22, 2009, 5:15 p.m.
State Capitol Blue Room
Free for O2 Society members and $15 for non-members; All proceeds benefit the American Lung Association
Featured speakers are Taylor Shinn (Chesapeake Energy), Bud Scott (Sierra Club) and Christine Patton (Transition Town OKC). Miles Tolbert, former Secretary of Environment, will be the guest moderator. There will also be a meet and greet reception immediately following in the Senate lounge – hors d’oerves will be provided by Kyle’s 1025 (formerly known as Charlie Newton’s) and wine provided by Thirst Wines and Putnam Wines.
For more information or to RSVP, contact Heather Griswold at or 405-748-4674 ext. 203.
Oklahoma City O2 Society Party
Monday, May 11, 2009 5:30 to 7:00 pm
Bin 73
7312 North Western Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Bin 73 will offer cocktails, beer and dinner specials
Appetizers will be donated by Bin 73
Organic wine compliments of Putnam Wines
Caramel Apple-tinis for $7
For more information please contact Chesley Stiggers at 405.748.4674, ext 200 or .
Contact Information
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
11212 N. May Avenue, Suite 405
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
(p) 405-748-4674
(f) 405-748-6274
Our Work In Oklahoma City
Open Airways for Schools (OAS)
This year, more than 35 schools are participating in OAS to help their students learn to manage their asthma.
Be Smart, Don’t Start
This school based program is a unique opportunity for youth to create and illustrate tobacco prevention messages. Winning ideas are used to create a 30 second television public service announcement (PSA) to teach others about the dangers of tobacco use. Over 2200 elementary students (K-5) have been reached with this tobacco prevention program.
Clean Air Partnership
Our partnership with Chesapeake Energy allows us to increase awareness about air quality in Oklahoma and impact our entire region.
OK Turning Point Tobacco Use Prevention Coalition
Through this important coalition, we have made a dramatic impact on a number of schools, businesses and communities by helping them implement 24/7 tobacco policies and ordinances.
OK Asthma Initiative
The Oklahoma Asthma Initiative works in four main areas to impact asthma: reduced number of asthma related deaths, hospitalizations and emergency room visits, school/work days missed and limitations on activity due to asthma.
Leadership Council
Member
Jimmy Beth
GHS Property & Casualty
Member
Beverly Botchlet-Smith
Department of Environmental Quality
Member
Derek Dobbins
Astra Zeneca
Member
Carol Ford
Jecobie Kelley Personnel
Member
Jim Fowler
Astra Zeneca
Member
Wes Glinsman
Oklahoma State Medical Association
Member
Norman Imes, MD
Member
Edie Jones, RN
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Member
Jackie Jones
Central Oklahoma Turning Point
Member
Karen Klinka
Daily Okahoman Newspaper
Member
Wendy Linke
Fox/CW Oklahoma City
Member
Ronda Little
Deaconess Hospital
Member
Jamie Maddy
Chesapeake Energy
Member
Robert McCaffree
OU Health and Science Center
For more information, visit www.unitedwayokc.org.
