Lungevity Foundation

Lungevity was a huge source of support, information, guidance and comfort during my husband's 2 year fight with lung cancer. After his passing, they still have found ways to support the loved ones left behind. Great place to find other survivors and carepartners who are dealing with the same disease. We would've been lost without them.

When I joined the Lungevity meetups I had no idea of the impact it would have on my life! The survivors that I’ve
met in the meetups has been priceless! We’ve become a family who laugh, cry , support and will be forever survivor sisters and brothers.

The LUNGevity foundation has been a indispensable help to me, emotionally, spiritually and physically. LUNGevity funds research which is leading to new treatments to extend my life and many others lives who have lung cancer. LUNGevity and it’s amazing staff has heart, compassion and love for all of us struggling with lung cancer. They started Zoom calls with other lung cancer survivors that I rely on for support, clarity and knowledge. Many of us could not have gotten through the pandemic of Covid as well without Lungevity’s Zoom calls. Their educational conferences and seminars are excellent. The topics are always geared towards information that us survivors need to know. I am especially grateful for the annual in person conference where I met other lung cancer survivors who have become my silver linings and who I love. I can’t imagine my life without LUNGevity foundation. Thank you so much!

A place to go for all things lung cancer! Phenomenal support, education and community! Their goal is not just to help us live but to help us live our best lives! I’m a very grateful patient/survivor.

I had surgery for stage 3A lung cancer in 205. I found LUNGevity online and I don’t know how I could have made it through that diagnosis and treatment without the support of all the people there. They answered my questions as only those who have had a cancer diagnosis and treatment can. I have developed friendships and bonded with people that I have not had the opportunity to meet.

Lungevity helped me find hope in a cancer that had no hope. They helped me meet new people going through exactly what I was going through and because of that I am able to help other people.

This organization taught me how to successfully advocate for myself. I put things I learned at their educational seminars to work for me including getting pulmonary rehab and getting a second opinion.

For the past 7 years, LUNGevity has been a huge source of information, support, and access to cutting edge research. The work they do and the services they provide is indescribable.
I can’t recommend them enough!

Had a great time! Best thing to do when we can’t be in person!!

Lungevity is the leading Lung Cancer non-profit. They do an amazing job keeping the community informed and advocating on their behalf. The annual International Lung Cancer Survivorship Conference is a huge boost to all attendees. Andrea started the organizational based on her family suffering from Lung Cancer so it’s created from a good place too.

Lungevity does two things very well: it really cares about those with lung cancer, focusing substantial resources on information and patient/survivor support programs, and it funds research into treatment and early detection. It is a well managed non profit with administrative expenses below 10% of total revenue. The annual International Lung Cancer Survivorship Conference is a substantial event bringing hope and new therapy information to patients and caring family members.

LUNGevity is my absolute favorite go to for any support I have needed relative to Lung Cancer.

They have been a huge support system for me and I highly value all they do for the entire Lung Cancer Community.

I recently attended their 2020 International Lung Cancer Survivorship Conference and was blow away at the amount of information they provided for us all. They expert speakers were fantastic and the topics we very informative. It was a life-changing event and I now look forward to attending again next year.

LUNGevity offers a wealth of resources and support to anyone touched by Lung Cancer. They are wonderful advocates and some of the most kind and caring people I have ever met.

I love LUNGevity and I am very proud and honored to be an active member of their community and highly recommend them to anyone who is in need of education or support while living with Lung Cancer.

My husband's oncologist introduced Lungevity to us as he began his first clinical trial for stage 4 lung cancer, back in 2014. We attended our first Hope Summit (now the International Lung Cancer Survivorship Conference) in 2015, and every year after until he passed away in 2019. I continue to be involved with this wonderful organization. Their dual mission is promoting research and providing access to cutting edge knowledge to patients and caregivers. They make a real difference by funding young scientists with the goal of helping them achieve their first big NIH grants. And the difference Lungevity makes in the lives of survivors and their loved ones is unmatched. Love this organization!
(I am a former client served, a current volunteer.)

Lungevity helps the Richmond area host a Breathe Deep event every year. I am proud to be a part of promoting this event. The help and support I get from Lungevity is simply amazing. The event would not happen if not for them.

I found Lungevity attending the National HOPE Summit for the past five years. I rely on the foundation for information and support.

I love how they encourage audience participation and each year try to better our experience. Also, allowing us to raise funds and taking care of travel arrangements for us is super helpful!

I first met the team at the International Lung Cancer survivorship conference in April 2019.
I flew in from Australia, the team were amazing, from when i originally enquired about this conference right through to recieing a travel award and arriving to DC. They guided me around the conference, took the time out to i troduce me to the Survivorship community. Absolutely felt so well looked after.

Lungevity Foundation not only gives much needed information to people with lung cancer, it also puts you in contact with others like yourself, especially at that moment when you feel most alone.

The money that Lungevity Foundation raises goes to the research needed so desperately to find news ways to extend the lives of lung cancer patients,. It's doing that.....so many new therapies have been discovered; however many more are needed.

The lungevity foundation has been a great resource for me as a lung cancer patient. This organization hosts a hope summit for all lung cancer survivors to attend so we can connect and share our stories. This organization has also helped provide funding to much needed research in the lung cancer field that has allowed me to live a longer life. I was diagnosed when I was 30 years old and I’m currently 32. With the help of lungevity I hope to extend my life just a little longer.

I love this organization more than I have words to describe. I'm often telling LUNGevity that I am in their "fan club!"
My mother (i.e., my best friend!) was diagnosed with Stage IV lung cancer in March 2015. We were terrified, overwhelmed, in denial...all of it. I will never forget the darkness of the days between the diagnosis and the start of the treatment plan.
In those dark days, I went searching for...something. We didn't even know what we needed; not really. Mom said she desperately needed hope. I said I needed a way to contribute to the fight. I felt so disenfranchised knowing that there was nothing I could do to change how my mom's treatment was going to work, but I wanted to feel like I was fighting, too.
I literally stumbled into LUNGevity's open arms. I remember the first email I ever sent to the Survivorship and Support team: I didn't know what I could do, but I needed to do something. They responded immediately: with opportunities to join in the policy conversation around lung cancer; with opportunities to raise funds for research; with places where my mom and I could find peer-to-peer support; with opportunities to help disseminate accurate lung cancer information; the list goes on. Truly, the sky was the limit. The ability to call myself an advocate and to tailor my advocacy to my skill set was revelatory, and changed my family's whole approach to the diagnosis. We went from vulnerable to connected and empowered.
Today, as a volunteer linked to several of LUNGevity's programs, I can confidently say that they are the thought leaders in cancer advocacy. They work tirelessly to find new ways for survivors and caregivers to have support. They are personal and professional ambassadors to the medical world. They work at the highest level of government and academia to influence public policy in favor of cancer patients. They bend over backwards to fund the research projects that will become tomorrow's advanced treatments.
It cannot be said enough: LUNGevity is changing the world on behalf of cancer patients, true to their motto and mission statement.
And I, for one, will never be able to thank them enough for undergirding my family's determination.
Danielle Pardue

I was diagnosed with lung cancer in late 2016. I didn't know anything about this kind of cancer and the Lungevity website was a source of reliable, up to date information. I looked for a lung cancer support group in my city but there was none so I started participating in the Lungevity Forums on line. I'm now a volunteer moderator there, so I can pass on the support and hope I've experienced.. I've gone to two Hope Summits, national conferences put on by Lungevity annually, where I found not only more information, support and hope, but got to meet some of the great folks, both staff and survivors, who I'd been in contact with on the Forums. All in all, Lungevity has been my greatest and most reliable source of information, support and hope since my diagnosis. I'm really grateful!

Lungevity is everything they say and more. When you want to find facts, they have them. If you, or your care-giver (or co-survivor as they have been calling them. Much more accurate term in my opinion) need someone to talk to, they they will match you with someone who has been through similar situations. And if you want to volunteer, they have many things for you to do so that no matter what you are capable of, you can feel useful and appreciated. Every member of that group is like a super pleasant ambassador into the one side of your lung cancer journey that doesn't cause emotional or physical pain. The support is unending and full of true friendship from volunteers and paid staff alike.

I am so blessed to have found them 5 years ago.

Lungevity is THE reliable source to educate & raise awareness to REDIFINE the myths of lung cancer! THANK YOU, Lungevity, for allowing loved ones fighting this horrible disease to LIVE & FIGHT with DIGNITY!

Lungevity helped me cope with my husbands lung cancer journey. They were there to support me when I was at the lowest point in my life. I can never express my heartfelt gratitude to them.

I am a fourteen year Lung Cancer survivor. LUNGevity has played a huge part in my success. Their programs and information are invaluable. The professional service and staff go out of their way to support and encourage. If you are a lung cancer warrior or caregiver, contact LUNGevity now, get support and begin your journey.

LUNGevity has awesome information and resources for people with Lung cancer and for caregivers. They provide up to date information regarding lung cancer. The Hope Summit was one of the greatest experiences I had since my diagnosis.

This organization gives hope and valuable resources to those fighting lung cancer. The Hope and friendships and help given to my son were phenomenal! I will be forever grateful!

When I was first diagnosed with lung cancer--a never smoker--I was in shock and overwhelmed. LUNGevity was the first to reach out and give me support and resources. Super engaged, super active and proactive, and on top of the latest in research and treatments. Five years later, I am still going strong--and still think the world of LUNGevity and its wonderful, caring staff!

Amazing support! Informative and uplifting. I start everyday by checking in to see how my fellow survivors and fighters are and end every day with a prayer for us all!!! LUNGevity is one of the few non profit who actually use your money for research which is another thing I love

I was introduced to LUNGevity 2 years post my diagnosis. I had no idea such organizations existed prior to being diagnosed with lung cancer. In a word, 'Amazing'. They cover so many bases it's difficult to put in a review. Support, information, and research funding top the list. LUNGevity has no peer from where I sit. Eternally grateful I learned of them when I did. They're a game changer for people such as myself.

As a patient I registered for a survivorship conference organized by LUNGevity. Prior to arrival I had lost hope in my situation. After a two day conference I regained a sense of hope & companionship with other patient survivors as well as a greater grasp for looking forward to the future!

Top notch organization with the highest quality, dedicated employees. The services they provide those of us whose lives had been affected by lung cancer are beyond compare.

My first Hope Summit was in 2014. I left with such hope and inspiration and couldn't believe the amount of survivors I got to meet in person. Lungevity not only helps to connect other survivors to give hope and inspire us to keep fighting but they also are the number one non-profit that donates towards lung cancer research. Research is so critically needed for such an insatiable, deadly disease like this. I thank Lungevity staff for their deep dedication and all they do to raise awareness about lung cancer and help survivors live in the process.

So blessed I found this organization browsing through the Internet after my diagnosis. This organization is wonderful, they know exactly how we (lung cancer warriors) feel and understand because they too have been effected by lung cancer one way or another.

If you have lung cancer, get in touch with LUNGevity. If you research treatments for lung cancer, get in touch with LUNGevity. If you need HOPE, get in touch with LUNGevity.

When I was diagnosed in 2008 with stage III NSCLC, I was in shock. My vision of LC was most likely not too far off from others; a little old man with gray hair sitting alone in the dark of a bar smoking a cigarette. I had the gray hair but not the rest. Following surgery of the same year, I was told I had at most two years to live...
LUNGevity has been a life force in more ways than one can write in a review. Trust though that of all the advocacy and non profits I've had the pleasure to know throughout my almost 60 years, they have no peer. Without a doubt throughout this organization, they are wired tight to support, guide, inform, and advocate for people of every walk of life afflicted. Amazing doesn't begin to describe the level of commitment, knowledge, and capability they bring to life every day making all of our lives a little more HOPEtastic in the process. Nothing short of extraordinary!

My name is Don Stranathan I am a stage 4 lung cancer survivor and my girlfriend Penny Blume was a small cell lung cancer survivor, she passed in January of 2014. Lungevity was outstanding in helping Penny and I look for new treatments and second opinions. My last promise to Penny before she passed was to continue to advocate for more research and awareness for lung cancer. Lungevity has helped me keep that promise.

LUNGevity is a very powerful group of cancer warriors and their caregivers, who speak cancer and encourage each other, to see another sunrise. They devote every minute to lung cancer, which kills more people every year than the top four cancers combined. As a ten year stage four survivor, I am honored to be part of such a wonderful foundation.

Lungevity provides information,support , fellowship,and valuable connections to other lung cancer survivors and caregivers. As an 11 year survivor, I can't adequately describe the support and connections that i have received through Lungevity. Their staff tirelessly works to provide support and information and the organization funds meaningful research aimed at finding a cure for lung cancer.

I LOVE LUNGEVITY Foundation. I found this foundation last year while attempting to find some type of support group in my area. What I found was HOPE!!!!. They welcomed me in and I went to a regional hope summit. Through that I became part of the Alumni and found some neighboring members. We began a support group in my area for Lung Cancer Survivors. I went to the National Summit in DC. Met many survivors and gained more hope. LUNGEVITY gave me a life line partner. I met her while in DC at the Summit. Now I try to be a life line partner and it feels great to be able to help others. One of the greatest things I love about this foundation is the ongoing support I get from the members as well as Katie Brown. I don't feel or believe I have to go through this cancer journey alone. Great organization.

I found Lungevity and an incredible dedicated group of people almost four years ago. The offer me, a lung cancer survivor, stage 4 diagnoses, a inner circle of people like myself who offer kindness, understanding, prayers, wishes and place to meet up and share our crazy roller coaster lifestyle. Many of us live in three, six or twelve month intervals between our scans. We reach out and get inspired, we reach out and get hope. Thanks, Audrey

I was diagnosed with non small cell Stage 4 lung cancer in April 2014. I had no one to talk to about my fears and questions. The Cancer Society gave me the number of Lungevity. These people are terrific. Within 2 days Katie had me in touch with someone who has the same type of cancer. I've finished one round of chemo and will start Round 2 shortly. Then that 1st mentor had a set-back and Katie got me another mentor as soon as I asked for one. There is such a stigma about lung cancer, almost as if we caused it. One breast cancer survivor even asked me how much I smoked to bring it on myself. I would be lost without the caring support of these people.

I was diagnosed with lung cancer in August of 2013. LUNGevity was one of the first online resources I found for getting information about this horrible disease. In May of 2014, I was able to attend the national HOPE Summit in Washington D.C. and connect with other fellow survivors. Since then, I have been working to spread the word about the #1 cancer killer and the stigma associated with it that contributes to the low funding of research projects. LUNGevity has a clear mission and awesome staff that go above and beyond to work with survivors, caregivers and advocates as we all work together to increase funding for essential research. I am proud to be a LUNGevity volunteer and a 14 month (and counting) survivor!

I was involved with Lungevity as a supporter of a local event 2 years ago. Little did I know I would be diagnosed with Lung Cancer and all the emotions and questions that come with it. Lungevity has been an essential tool for me and my family to help us navigate the confusion and questions of a disease that has few research dollars yet kills more people. The stigma of lung cancer for a person who never smoked is unreal. I was embarrassed to disclose my diagnosis. Lungevity has helped me deal with everything - and given me a voice to be an advocate and help others. They are an important lifeline.

I'm a four year lung cancer survivor currently facing a recurrence of my cancer. I was not really aware of LUNGevity until starting to fight this recurrence. I am most impressed with the quality of the people in the LUNGevity organization and specifically their commitment to improving the situations of survivors/patients like me. I have learned enough about the research funding focus of this organization to believe that its efforts will significantly help me and others facing this dreaded cancer--I also applaud LUNGevity's efforts to provide peer mentoring/support whenever and however needed.

In 2009, at 39 years old, I was diagnosed with stage 3B non small cell lung cancer. I underwent brutal treatments for 10 agonizing weeks. Because of the stigma and the small # of lung cancer survivors, I really had no one to talk to about what I was going through, except for my mom, who is also a lung cancer survivor. Without her (my rock) I don't know how I would've made it through. She was always there to support, encourage, and remind me that "tomorrow will be better". I was lucky... most don't have anyone to turn to who has been there, done that. I wanted to share and give to others who may not have been so lucky and were fighting "alone". When I found LUNGevity, I was truly amazed at what this organization is all about. It gave me a voice; a way to touch and be touched in a way that gives and spreads hope to others as well as myself. This organization is all about the survivors, their families and caregivers. It funds vital research and provides information, support, and hope to all who are in need. I have attended the LUNGevity Survivor's Hope Summit two years in row and both experiences were magical. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed, accepted, embraced, and loved. I have NEVER experienced anything like it in all my life. Just being with all of the survivors gives me a renewed feeling of strength, empowerment, and unconditional love. I have made friendships that will last a lifetime and have gained the knowledge and ability to touch others as I have been touched. In the days just before the 2013 Hope Summit, I was going through a lot of not so happy things. I remember thinking, "I survived cancer for this?!". I was crying the morning I got onto the plane, but the moment I connected with the first "brother and sister survivors", I was all smiles. I suddenly remembered what it was all about! LUNGevity has opened many doors for me to help not only myself but others who need what we all crave... Love, support, encouragement, and hope. Through LUNGevity, I have been accepted to review applications for funding for research through the Department of Defense, and have been directed to the patient navigation institute where I was awarded a full scholarship to train to be an oncology patient navigator, None of this would've been possible without the guidance that LUNGevity provides, There is NO better nonprofit organization out there!!!

I was diagnosed stage four in 2009. I came through some very harsh treatments and made it. I have been cancer free for almost four years. During the first part of treatment and beyond, it was frustrating to have no support in our little town. I went through all the usual emotional issues and felt alone. I bumped into Lungevity by accident in a magazine ad. I looked it up online and found a great resource for support. I made many online friends who knew what I was going through and gladly accepted me. I have been to two of the Hope Summit gatherings in Wash. DC. I have learned so much from this wonderful group and feel like part of a big national family and beyond. I am aware of their tremendous fundraising efforts and all they do to help research. They work so hard and they know so many of us on a personal level too. They have made a huge impact during my recovery and continue on our behalf as patients, caregivers, survivors and families.

Lungevity extends a warm welcome to everyone who is touched in some way by lung cancer.It is an organisation that is determined to fight the scourge of lung cancer on many different levels,investing $millions supporting lung cancer projects right down to supporting individual survivors,families and carers.Their interests extend beyond North America,reaching out worldwide,even to such places as Bonnie Scotland,which is where I live,almost five years ago,I was diagnosed with lung cancer,it was through searching the internet for some information on lung cancer,I discovered LUNGevity, reading through their website engaged me enough to want to become a member.I was accepted into a new family friends who are made up of survivors,carers and family members.It has been my priviledge to visit the USA on two occassions and meet with,many LUNGevity members and staff I had only contact with prior online.It is my intention to make future visits to the USA,to maintain and strengthen my links with LUNGevity.

I participate in a Breathe Deep 5k in memory of my dad and aunt. Its always really great and they really care about the people that come.

A first class organizatin. Great staff, great resources, and there for you whenever you need them. Thanks for everything you do LUNGevity!

I went to the dfw walk and it was really well put together and there were like 25 survivors and it was so moving to my family. They really care about what they are doing.

The event every year is something my whole family looks forward to. LUNGevity gives them a way to honor our loved one and raise funds for research at the same time. Thank you LUNGevity. We are working to CURE LUNG CANCER!

I live in a small community where there are not a lot of resources. Lungevity has been invaluable both in support and understanding, as well as up-to-date information on the latest treatments and research. I would simply be lost without them.

The support You can find here and the caring warm experience of being welcomed into this community of others who understand is simply amazing. I can't describe how it's changed my life and the life of so many others.

Lungevity is an amazing organization. The support that they offer survivors and caregivers far surpasses ANY organization out there. When I was diagnosed seven years ago, they were the only organization out there offering hope. They raise money for the much needed and underfunded research.

I met LUNGevity when I was first diagnosed with lung cancer. I was diagnosed at 24 years old so I felt pretty alone, but LUNGevity changed that. I was instantly connected with people who knew exactly what I was going through, and it was wonderful to not feel alone anymore! Not only are the staff personable, respectful, and caring, but they all have been impacted by lung cancer in some way. Every single person affiliated with LUNGevity knows how hurtful lung cancer is, and we all want to stop it. LUNGevity Foundation is the best charity I have ever come across, because they are dedicated to not only finding a cure for this disease but also to emotionally help those impacted whether patient, family member, or friend. I would not be where I am without LUNGevity.

This is the hardest working charity I have found. For such a small group of people, they conduct dozens of walks and charitable benefits across the country in a single year. Their community outreach is so extensive. Their website and staff both help those affected with lung cancer and also for those who know someone affected by lung cancer. You can talk to someone who truly understands and that can help the body, as well as, the soul.

I am a stage 4 NSCLC adenocarcinoma one year survivor. I found LUNGevity after I had been through my first rounds of chemotherapy and was on a genetically targeted therapy that was just beginning to work. My sisters formed a team at Ann Arbor, Michigan's Breathe Deep event. I started to explore the website and learned of Hope Summit 2012 when Katie Brown wrote me a thank you note for my donation to the Breathe Deep event. She also invited me to apply for a scholarship to attend Hope Summit for lung cancer survivors. I am a bit shy, so it was a big step to attend the Summit. I have gotten support and been involved with the LUNGevity online community ever since. I have begun to volunteer as a moderator in the discussion forums on the site. I did not know anyone with lung cancer. LUNGevity has supported me, given me friends that are also fighting cancer and has given me purpose again in my life. I love this organization and have so much respect for the folks that run it. They are the REAL DEAL!

LUNGevity Foundation is a top notch non-profit organization. They truly care about lung cancer survivors and anyone affected by this deadly disease. I found LUNGevity after my father passed away and began to volunteer at a local event raising funds for much needed research. I wish I would have found LUNGevity while my father was still living to get much needed help. I am proud to say I volunteer for this amazing organization.

Lungevity is a wonderful organization to be a apart of if you are living with Lung Cancer or know of someone who is living with this disease. Full of wonderful caring people who are there to inspire and motivate and share the tears with when you want to cry. they are a great group trying to make progress in the fight against Lung cancer every day in every way!! I have served as a moderator since my wife was fighting Lung Cancer and that has been about 8 years now. Since she passed away they have been there to support me in my grief and help me through the good and bad days !!

My husband was diagnoised with LC 6 years ago. I was so scared I thought it was a death sentence. I had nowhere to turn until I found Katie and Rick Brown's support webpage. It actually changed my life. There are so many people on there who are survivors and it they gave me such encouragment. And they are so knowledgable and helpful... My husband cancer came back 3 times. The last time he was treated with cyberknife and has been C free for 1 1/2 years the longest he has gone! It was LC help that introduced us to cyberknife... Katie and Rick to me are angels here on earth!! Also because LC is on the bottom of the list as far as funding, we joined Lungevity to help with awareness. We have been walking the South Jersey Heather Saler walk for 5 years now. We ourselves have raised over $20,000.00 over those 5 years. We are making a difference but we need VOLUNTEERS!!! Maryanne & Joel

My husband was diagnosed with lung cancer over five years ago. He has since passed away. LUNGevity was there for me as a wonderfully helpful support.

I was diagnosed with lung cancer last year and felt so alone until I found Lungevity. I fould the most wonderful support group I could ever want.

I was diagnosed with Stage IIIB lung cancer in December of 2004... Soon after, I found Lungevity and felt an immediate bond as their mission matched the goals I wanted to begin to accomplish during my healing. Since 2006, I have had the awesome privelege of supporting Lungevity's mission. Their focus on grants for research is certainly proving true that "lives are being saved". I am so proud of this organization and am excited to see what the future holds for the growth of such an amazing organization. Keep up the great work Lungevity!!!

My step-dad was diagnosed last summer with Stage 4, non-operable lung cancer. He started treatment immediately and was going through Radiation and Chemotherapy at the same time. When I discovered this, I needed to find a way that I could "help" in his fight to win. I did a lot of research and came across LUNGevity Foundation. I feel so blessed to be a part of such a wonderful organization and in doing my part to help obtain money in order to aid research. I am VERY happy to announce that in March they indicated that my dad is cancer-free. I am still SO committed to this cause and will do whatever I can to spread the awareness and eventually discover a cure.

When I was dx'd almost three years ago, I read the stats for advanced lung cancer--3 to 5 yrs. I was devastated. All my family and friends were at a distance. In my search for info about my cancer, I was fortunate to find the Lungevity support community. It saved my life then and supported me through every crisis real or imagined every since. Hopefully, I am now a member who can offer the same to others. A primary message, we are not a number, we are an individual.

I can testify to the fact that there are no more horrifying words to hear than, "You have lung cancer", and it becomes a part of who you are for as long as you may survive. I have found no better place to interact with other lung cancer survivors and caregivers than Lung Cancer Support Community. Katie has done an amazing job as founder and director of it.

LUNGevity has given me a place to receive and give on-line support to others impacted by lung cancer - be they patients, survivors, caregivers, family, or friends. Being able to find others who have been through the same or similar treatment has been a great resource. I am particularly grateful that this site maintains a respectful attitude to different opinions. I'm guessing the site moderators have a hand in that. Katie Brown's attitude of loving kindness permeates the discussions.

In 2008 I was diagnosed with lung cancer for the second time. In 1998, when I was first diagnosed, I tried to find some type of support group, but there was nothing. In 2008, when I tried again to find some type of support group, I was so pleased to find Lungevity. Initially, the people at Lungevity gave me hope, and they continue to do so to this day. I would not want to have to go through this journey without them.

In March, 2007 I was desparately seeking information on lung cancer. My mother had been diagnosed with Stage IV non Small Cell Lung Cancer in January of that year and I had been crying for two months thinking that she was dying. And then I found Lungevity and the Lung Cancer Support Community (LCSC). I remember reading the stories of long-term survivors and feeling for the first time that here was hope. The LCSC and Lungevity have been my constant companions for the past three years. Anytime my mom began a new treatment I knew I would get reliable information from the survivors and caregivers there. If there was bad news, the LCSC was the first place I went because I knew they would understand. When there was good news I also rushed to LCSC because these were the people I knew would celebrate with me. I don't know why I am speaking in the past tense. At 41 months since her diagnosis my mom is going strong. I think Lungevity is one of the reasons. The information I have received over the past three years has been vital to her survival. I appreciate Lungevity's dedication to research for lung cancer treatments and I know that my last three years as a caregiver have been easier because of the support I've found on the LCSC. Thank you, Lungevity!

I first became aware of Lungevity through LCSC. Thanks to Katie and all the other folks that are part of the online community I found support during my mother's short battle with lung cancer and have continued to receive the love and support from these folks in the years since. I couldn't have made it through without them. Since then, I founded my own charitable organization (with Katie's help) and have raised funds for Lung Cancer research. Lungevity has been the single largest recipient of those funds because I am confident that they are good stewards of the resources we provide and their mission is a riteous one. This is a great organization.

I found the forum right after I was diagnosed with stage 2b lung cancer. I was so scared and looking for any kind information and hope. The response to my 'just diagnosed' post was overwelming and so very welcomed. It helped so much to talk to others that really understood what I was going through throughout my journey---and to get helpful information from those that really knew how to deal with the pain from the surgery, the sickness from the chemo and the anxiety that comes with the testing after treatment. Only those that have been touched by this beast can help others as much...

After my lung cancer diagnosis in October 2007, I found this forum shortly afterward. It has been a blessing in disguise! Everyone is so supportive and caring & goes above and beyond to show their concern for all it's participants. You'll find no other health forum anywhere close to this one. This was a great discovery for me & has been instrumental in my recovery process.

I don't know where I'd be without the LUNGevity foundation and especially the LCSC. Two days after my Mom was diagnosed, after reading awful, hopeless statistics, I logged onto LCSC for the first time. Their I found hope, support, and friendship. I clung to the message board as a lifeline throughout my mother's illness, her decline, and even after her death. It was the only place that I found where people 'got it' about Lung Cancer. Katie Brown who began the support board and whose role with LUNGevity has expanded recently is an amazing voice of compassion and support. She workds tirelessly to support and advocate for those dealing with this disease. LUNGevity not only gave me support through the support boards, but provided an avenue to raise funds and awareness myself. I enjoyed walking as a satellite walker in one of the walks a few years back and I try to support others walks and endeavors as well. I love it's focused support for the deadliest cancer out there.

I found this organization in May 2007 after my mother was diagnosed with lung cancer. We were terrified of the diagnosis and were sure it was an immediate "death sentence". We were quickly calmed by the wonderful people sharing their experiences living with lung cancer...some for many, many years! The people have knowledge of so many research studies, treatment possibilities, side effects and the emotions involved that there was never a situation we were in that someone didn't have experience in. It became a place where I found life-long friendships that I treasure, all from one of the worst times in my life.

Thanks to Lungevity my road to recovery from lung cancer has been helped trmendously! I have met so many wonderful people,all willing to help with every aspect imagineable. So much great advice when so despartly needed.

I found this organization in 2004 when my husband was battling lung cancer. Since then, I have come for support and encouragement during some very difficult times as I lost my husband, dad, mom and uncle to lung cancer. Everyone has been great and so supportive. Katie Brown is a gifted individual with great ideas and leadership for this community.

When my wife was diagnosed with lung cancer in March 2010 the family and myself were totaly ignorant and confused. My eldest daughter discovered the web site and since then I have had only proffessional and personal advice from all the members. Every posting was promptly answered on and advice or compassionate help offered. We ar all in the same situation and Lungivity Foundation has proved its worth with all the help and also the reports of the research taking place to try and eradicate or better treat this terrible disease. My wife has passed away but I will continue visiting the site. Once again thank you or everything you did for me and the family

Katie Brown among so many other members have helped me beyond words during my 9 month journey. I can never them enough,

I became involved when my mom was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2003. I received so much support, it was truly amazing. I also made friendships which will last a lifetime. Best charity ever! So much money has been raised for lung cancer research by members.

I found this organization by searching the web for a lung cancer support site. My Mom, Aunt, Uncle, Mother-in-Law and Brother-in-Law all died from lung cancer. Then I was diagnosed with it. Have been trying to find my new normal ever since, and wanted to find a site to help normalize the experience, and also to be able to share and help others. It is an amazing place with amazing and kind people. I highly recommend it for anyone living with or loving someone with a lung cancer diagnosis.

I came across Lungevity after the passing of my father in 2008. The people I met have been wonderful! They get you through the toughest of times and give you praise for exciting news! I don't know where I would be if I hadn't found this website.

I first came across when I joined Facebook and became friends with those who had lost relatives ttis disease and tried to offer words comfort and understand from them what a wonderful job Lungevity do in thier support of those with this disease and their relatives - also came to know something of the fund raising which takes place

After a dear friend was diagnosed, I searched far and wide for an organization truly dedicated to lung cancer research. LUNGevity fit the bill in every way. LUNGEvity is a revolutionary non-profit. Recognizing the national need for additional funds for lung cancer research, theyve joined forces with other organizations to effectively DOUBLE the amount that LUNGevity raises for research. An amazing grass-roots effort, with the soul of its organization being members of its community who have been impacted in some way by lung cancer. Knowing where your charitable contributions end-up is an important part of giving. With LUNGevity, I know that the money we raise for the foundation is used in the absolute best ways possible. You cant find that in many of the larger cancer charities that claim to "cure" cancer.

LUNGevity has given me a place to get and give support. I lost my dad to lung cancer and so many friends and thru LUNGevity I am making a difference by coordinating an awareness/fundraising event and by supporting others going thru what we went thru.

When I was diagnosed with stage 3b lung cancer Lungevity Foundation provided education and support. The online community is just the best and I belong to several. Now that I am disease free I am working to give back to this wonderful foundation.

The Lungevity Foundation was the first lung cancer foundation. It was founded in Chicago by six women who were all lung cancer patients, only one of whom survives. Lungevity was founded to fund research for lung cancer. Their dedication has resulted in over 7 million dollars of research funding. I learned about Lungevity not long after my diagnosis. A neighbor mentioned the foundation and their November Fall Benefit. I have attended the benefit for two years and last year, was asked to give the Survivor's Speech at the benefit. I have also served on the Benefit Committee soliciting raffle and silent auction prizes.