Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026 Stair Climbing for Healthy Lungs: American Lung Association’s Fight For Air Climb, Presented by Wellpoint, Returns to One Boston Place on March 28 Celebrating 21 Years of Climbing for Lung Health B OSTON (March 3, 2026) — On March 28, 2026, the American Lung Association in Massachusetts will host its 21st annual Fight For Air Climb Boston, presented by Wellpoint, on March 28, 2026 at One Boston Place. More than 200 participants, including fi refi ghters and fi rst responders, will take on 789 stairs across 41 fl oors to support healthy lungs and clean air. “For 21 years, the Boston community has climbed hundreds of stairs to raise awareness and critical funding to support the 944,000 people in Massachusetts who live with lung diseases like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung cancer,” said Ashley Carrier, Executive Director at the Lung Association. “We’re inviting everyone to join us on the stairs to support our family, friends and neighbors who fi ght for every breath. Each step takes us closer to a world free of lung cancer and lung disease.” Everyone can climb—from first-timers to seasoned athletes. Participants can take it fast or slow. With 789 steps, 41 fl oors, and incredible views from the top, One Boston Place is the perfect setting for a morning of supporting healthy lungs and healthy activity between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. By joining the Fight For Air Climb Boston, participants help advance the Lung Association’s work to end lung cancer, improve air quality, reduce the burden of lung disease on individuals and families, and create a tobacco-free future. This year’s fundraising goal is $275,000, supporting research, programs, and advocacy. Storytellers Available for Advance Interviews: Advance interviews are available with participating storytellers who can speak to the personal impact of lung disease, their motivation for climbing, and the importance of clean air and healthy lungs. Additional details on availability can be provided upon request. Weymouth participant — Team Poppy’s Peeps — Climbing in honor of multiple close family members lost to lung disease, including a parent, siblings, and extended relatives. This fi rst-year team has already raised more than $2,000 in support of lung health. Tyngsborough fi refi ghter — Tyngsborough Fire Department Team — Participating to spotlight firefighter lung health and the risks first responders face every day. This climber has raised more than $2,000 for the mission. Worcester participant — Second Wind Team (Casella Waste Systems) — A former smoker of 40 years who quit after a traumatic smoking-related event, survived throat cancer, and is now a runner. She is climbing with an all-women team from her workplace. Stair climbing offers significant health benefits. It strengthens the heart and lungs, works major muscle groups, and improves balance and coordination. Joining the Fight For Air Climb supports the work of the Lung Association to end lung cancer, improve the air we breathe, reduce the burden of lung disease on individuals and their families and create a tobacco-free future. Ninety cents of every dollar raised goes directly to research, programming and advocacy. Stair climbing has signifi cant health benefits. It is a great workout for your lungs and heart, strengthens major muscles and improves balance and coordination. Registration for the Fight For Air Climb is now open for individuals and teams, which can include friends, families, running clubs, social groups and companies. For more information, visit FightAirClimb.org/ boston. “As a health benefits company, Wellpoint is committed to advancing the health and well-being of people across the Commonwealth,” said David Morales, General Manager of Wellpoint. “We’re proud to once again serve as presenting sponsor of the American Lung Association’s Fight For Air Climb Boston, raising awareness of lung disease, supporting fi rst responders — many of whom are our members — and helping strengthen respiratory research to improve health outcomes statewide.” Presented by WellPoint, other local sponsors: Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Cushman & Wakefi eld, Johnson & Johnson, Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Mass General Brigham Cancer Center, Daiichi Sankyo, AstraZeneca, and PulmonX. WIN Waste, Roca combine on workforce training for green jobs Street Sweeping Don't be fooled by the date! Street sweeping will start on April 1st. April 1st Please look at the signs on the street they are the last word on where you can park. (Editor’s Note: WIN Waste Innovations issued the following press release this week.) WIN Waste Innovations and Roca Inc. collaborated on a workforce development pilot program designed to prepare participants for green jobs. The eight graduates of the program were recognized during a ceremony at Roca in Chelsea on March 4. Participants in the 30-day Revere, MA 02151 intensive program sponsored by WIN Waste spent 40 hours in the classroom and 40 hours in the fi eld at WIN Waste’s Bear Creek Wildlife Sanctuary and the Rumney Marsh Reservation in Saugus, as well as Old Town Hill Reservation in Newbury. Classroom work took place at Roca headquarters. WIN Waste’s Bear Creek manager, Geoff Wilson, led the course. The curriculum covered topics including migratory wildlife management in an urban setting, salt marsh ecology and restoration, urban forestry, green infrastructure, invasive species management, low impact stormwater management, and green career paths. “Employment is dignity and employment is opportunity, allowing someone to move forward in life,” Joseph Furnari, Roca vice president of operations, said at the graduation ceremony. “We’re not just creating jobs; we’re creating pathways.” “We couldn’t do this without partners like WIN Waste,” said Lauren Sanchez Gilbert, Roca board chair. “We are proud of this program and the eight people who completed it.” “WIN Waste is an example of what businesses are doing to uplift residents and communities,” said Jay Ash, Roca board member. WORKFORCE | SEE Page 13
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