The Christopher D. Redding Youth Asthma Foundation is pleased to share a few brief highlights from our activities!
Meet some of the amazing student athletes who received our scholarships and educational grants in 2016 - 2025!
Asthma Education and Scholarship Presentation to IAmAGentleman Students and Mentors.
IAmAGentleman students and Mentors - Asthma Education and Scholarship Presentation
Ribbon-cutting Ceremony for the 2023 launch of the Lake County Asthma Van, a collaboration between Christopher D. Redding Youth Asthma Foundation (CDRYAF) and Mobile Care Chicago to provide no-cost Asthma and Allergy screenings and ongoing treatment to Lake County students at their schools aboard the Lake County Asthma Van. Public Officials include Illinois State Senator Adriane Johnson, Illinois Representative Rita Mayfield, Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart and Lake County Board Vice Chair Mary Ross-Cunningham, together with CDRYAF and Mobile Care Chicago Board members and Executives.
CDRYAF partnered with Respiratory Health Association to advocate for stock albuterol (rescue inhalers) in Chicago Public Schools during State Lung Health Day in Springfield, Illinois. Legislation was passed and signed by the Governor.
Advocating for Asthma at World Asthma Day at the Capitol in Washington, DC, Lake County Legislative Breakfast in 2025, and community organization’s forum. Lake County Board awards CDRYAF recognition in August 2025 for valuable contributions to public health, youth advocacy, and community empowerment.
MEET OUR AMAZING 2025 SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARDEES !
