We believe that breathing shouldn't be a struggle or a risk. Through quality programs, education, and advocacy, we improve public health in our communities. Mission: Through grassroots education, advocacy and direct services, Breathe California fights lung disease, advocates for clean air, and advances public health.Vision: Communities empowered to eliminate the causes and burden of lung disease, promote clean air and improve public health.Theory of Change: We believe the Breathe CA comprehensive approach of direct services, advocacy, and education, increases knowledge, confidence and ability in lung health management & treatment, resulting in lower rates of morbidity and mortality, and advancing health equity.At Breathe California, we believe that breathing should not be a struggle or a risk. Our local non-profit offers a wide array of  services that address the most important lung health issues facing our communities today. This includes programs to: help kids manage their asthma, prevent teens from using tobacco, assist smokers who want to quit, and offer support to emphysema and lung disease patients. We also advocate for key clean air and public health policies, and support innovative lung health research. For the past 107 years, we have worked tirelessly to ensure that the Bay Area is one of the healthiest places in the country to live. We invite you to learn more about our organization and join our drive to fight lung disease, promote clean air and advance public health.