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OUR IMPACT

We’ve invested over $100 million into Alpha‑1 research and related programs

From funding breakthrough research to hosting programs and events that keep our community strong and healthy until we find a cure, no other organization does more for families with Alpha‑1.

$100M

in research funded

130

researchers funded

10X

the clinical trials within a decade

TOP STORIES

Cruising for a Cure: A Beautiful Night of Purpose and Progress  

On May 2, 2025, the Alpha-1 community came together on the serene waters of Lake Norman, North Carolina for Cruising […]

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May 7, 2025
PEOPLE Magazine Feature: Stranger Who Donated Liver to Young Boy Surprises Him at His First Communion

Richie Ramirez and his family have been proudly involved with the Alpha-1 Foundation Virtual Walk, walking under their team name, […]

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May 6, 2025
Alpha-1 Foundation selected as one of the 2025 Best Nonprofits to Work For

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  MAY 5, 2025- The Alpha-1 Foundation (A1F) was recently selected as the #2 overall of the 2025 […]

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May 5, 2025
April 2025 PubMed Articles

The Alpha-1 Foundation is proud to provide a monthly list of articles from researchers that have been funded by the […]

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May 2, 2025
Alpha-1 Foundation Launches New Summer Fundraising Campaign: Ice Cream for Alpha-1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  MAY 1, 2025- “I scream, you scream, we all scream for Ice Cream for Alpha-1”. The Alpha-1 […]

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May 1, 2025
A1F signs-on urging Congress to cosponsor the SOAR Act

The Alpha-1 Foundation (A1F) joins 30 organizations requesting Congress to cosponsor bipartisan legislation A.1406/H.R.2902, the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) […]

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April 25, 2025
March 2025 PubMed Articles

The Alpha-1 Foundation is proud to provide a monthly list of articles from researchers that have been funded by the […]

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April 15, 2025
February 2025 PubMed Articles

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April 15, 2025
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SPOTLIGHT

Alpha-1 Empowerment

DC Young will be a featured speaker during the Alpha-1 Empowerment Hour at the 2025 A1F National Conference, taking place Friday, June 6 at 10:15 AM ET. This session highlights Alpha journeys and will also feature Craig and Melanie Hamilton, Nora Kemmerer, and Chelsea Boring. It will be available both in-person and online.

An active advocate, peer guide, and support group leader, DC has empowered fellow Alphas since attending his first National Conference in 2003. He’s also been a dedicated voice for the community through years of advocacy, including participation in numerous Alpha-1 Foundation lobby days.

Register today to watch the Alpha-1 Empowerment hour at the 2025 A1F National Conference

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