The lifesaving work of the American Lung Association is driven by an exceptional team of volunteers and staff across the country. Each year, we recognize their excellence with our annual Volunteer and Staff Awards.

2024 Recipients of the American Lung Association Annual Volunteer and Staff Awards

Will Ross Medal

Christy Fischer
Missouri

About Christy Fischer

Christy Fischer

Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award

Kevin M. Stewart
Director, Environmental Health

About Kevin M. Stewart

Kevin Stewart

Staff Excellence Award

Chrissy Cohen
Executive Director, Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando

About Chrissy Cohen

Chrissy Cohen

Innovation Award

Lexi Popovici, Senior Manager, Clean Air Policy 

Hannah Weltzer, Manager, Health Promotion

Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award

View past recipients of the the Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award from 1983 to today.
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Will Ross Medal

View past recipients of the the Will Ross Medal from 1952 to today.
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Page last updated: July 12, 2024

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