The Airway Revolution

What The Airway Revolution does

The Airway Revolution Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2021 and headquartered in Staten Island, New York, by Sydney Avis (Executive Director) and Dr. Victor Avis (Chairman of the Board, a third-generation dentist whose family practice celebrated its centennial in 2022). The foundation's stated mission is to raise awareness, advance education, and improve care around upper airway disorders — including obstructive sleep apnea, upper airway resistance syndrome, mouth breathing, and related conditions — which it asserts affect up to 70 million U.S. adults with over 80% undiagnosed or untreated. It operates a multi-channel programmatic model centered on (i) a forthcoming multi-episode documentary series titled Breathless, intended for distribution on a major streaming platform by early 2025; (ii) community-based Health Literacy Programs delivered at schools, community centers, and universities; (iii) a National Outreach Program featuring speaking engagements by the founders at universities (Columbia, Lincoln Memorial, Wagner College, Staten Island Academy) and professional conferences; (iv) a digital Educational Platform aggregating videos, podcasts, expert Q&A, and personal stories; and (v) a tiered B2B Collaborator Program offering corporate visibility on the foundation's website (Basic $2,500, Enhanced $5,000, Featured $7,500, Premier $10,000, plus a free Nonprofit tier, with annual renewals through December 2026). The foundation does not operate proprietary technology; its digital stack is a WordPress website plus standard social media channels (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn), with a WordPress CMS and forthcoming digital learning platform launching in Fall 2024/2025.

Revenue is generated from four streams: individual donations, foundation and grant funding, corporate sponsorships (event and program), and the Collaborator Program fees, with no disclosed financial figures. The foundation is governed by a Board of Directors and an Advisory Board comprising leading airway specialists across oral and maxillofacial surgery, sleep medicine, TMJ, pediatric dentistry, speech-language pathology, preventive cardiology, family medicine, naturopathic medicine, and orthodontics, plus a curated alliance network of roughly 20 partner organizations including Airway Circle, Alliance of Sleep Apnea Partners (ASAP), Children's Airway First Foundation (CAFF), Empower Sleep, The Gelb Center, Penn Sleep Surgery, Tongue Tie Experts, Vizstara, and Alfi Oral Surgery. Operationally it is a small organization (1–10 employees) reliant on grassroots storytelling and earned speaking engagements, with limited disclosed social traction (approximately 896 Instagram followers).

Name

The Airway Revolution

Legal name

The Airway Revolution Foundation

Website

https://airwayrevolution.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Airway Revolution Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises awareness of upper airway disorders through documentary production (Breathless), health literacy programs, national outreach, and digital education, serving undiagnosed patients, healthcare providers, educators, and corporate collaborators.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Health Advocacy and Education

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Global Health Advocacy, Policy & Rights Organizations (HLAJAKAO)

akta.pro secondary industry

Disease-Specific Research & Support (e.g., Cancer, Diabetes, ALS) (BPAGACAA)

Keywords

• Airway health education
• Sleep disorder awareness
• Documentary production services
• Health advocacy programs
• Medical education outreach

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The foundation solicits donations from individuals who support the airway health mission. Donations fund awareness campaigns, documentary production, health literacy programs, and grassroots movement-building.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Organizations can sponsor the foundation at various tiers (Basic $2,500, Enhanced $5,000, Featured $7,500, Premier $10,000) for visibility, brand alignment, and partnership recognition. Event sponsorships (e.g., for The Battle to Breathe) and program sponsorships are also offered.
3. Foundation & Grant Funding: The foundation receives funding from foundations and grantors in addition to individual donors and corporate sponsors. This Diversified nonprofit funding model supports operational and programmatic costs.
4. Collaborator Program Fees: Organizations and businesses pay tiered fees to become listed collaborators on the foundation's website, gaining visibility and credibility as trusted airway health resources. Nonprofit collaborators join at no cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The Airway Revolution Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises awareness of upper airway disorders through the Breathless documentary series, community health literacy programs, and a national outreach initiative delivering speaking engagements at universities, healthcare organizations, and community groups. The foundation also operates an online Educational Platform hosting expert videos, podcasts, and personal patient stories, and runs a tiered Collaborator Program that recognizes allied healthcare organizations.

Product overview

The Airway Revolution Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to raising awareness, advancing education, and improving care around upper airway disorders. The organization operates a multi-product educational ecosystem centered on its documentary series 'Breathless,' complemented by community Health Literacy Programs, a National Outreach Program featuring speaking engagements, an online Educational Platform with videos and podcasts, and a Collaborator Program for strategic partnerships. The foundation collects personal stories through its Share Your Story platform to support documentary content and community building.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Breathless Documentary Series A groundbreaking multi-episode documentary series featuring real patient stories and airway health experts, designed to raise public awareness of upper airway disorders such as OSA, UARS, and mouth breathing and drive systemic change in airway healthcare.
• Health Literacy Programs Community education programs that teach airway health basics, provide resources for families to identify signs of airway disorders, and partner with healthcare providers for outreach. Designed for adults, parents, and educators seeking to understand airway health.
• National Outreach Program Grassroots advocacy initiative featuring Dr. Victor Avis and Sydney Avis traveling across the country to present airway health education to healthcare providers, educators, community organizations, and policymakers.
• Educational Platform Online resource hub containing educational videos, podcasts featuring The Airway Revolution, a Collaborator Page showcasing airway experts and nonprofits, personal stories, and Q&A content, offered free to consumers seeking airway health information.
• Collaborator Program Partnership program offering tiered collaboration levels (Basic, Enhanced, Featured, Premier, Nonprofit) for healthcare organizations and nonprofits to be featured as trusted airway health resources on the foundation's website.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 70 million adults in the U.S. suffer from airway disorders; over 80% are undiagnosed or untreated
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Airway CirclecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirway Circle is a professional community focused on advancing knowledge in airway health. Members gain access to exclusive benefits including weekly lectures by experts, special events, and opportunities to earn 10 Dental CEUs annually. The platform fosters continuous learning, networking, and collaboration, helping professionals stay at the forefront of airway disorders and treatment.
• Alfi Oral, Dental Implant & Facial SurgerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlfi Oral, Dental Implant & Facial Surgery specializes in advanced oral and maxillofacial procedures, including jaw reconstruction, dental implants, and wisdom teeth removal. Led by Dr. David Alfi, the practice uses cutting-edge technology for airway-centric surgical care, including the custom Alfi Method for jaw surgery. Dr. Alfi serves as a Board Member of The Airway Revolution Foundation.
• Alliance of Sleep Apnea Partners (ASAP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerASAP is a national nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated to promoting and advocating for screening, diagnosis, treatment, and management of sleep apnea. Their website provides educational resources for patients, family members, and physicians on all aspects of sleep apnea.
• Children's Airways First Foundation (CAFF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAFF advocates for early detection and treatment of airway disorders, which affect over 400 million children worldwide. CAFF raises awareness among parents and clinicians to ensure early intervention before age six, preventing lifelong complications caused by evolutionary changes in jaw and palate formation.
• Empower SleepcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmpower Sleep is a science-backed sleep improvement program built by top physicians. They use a powerful sensor to measure sleep with clinical accuracy, then doctors analyze data and create personalized care plans delivered from home. Dr. Sahil Chopra, CMO of Empower Sleep, serves on the Advisory Board of The Airway Revolution Foundation.
• Global Diagnosis Education GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal Diagnosis Education is a virtual study club focused on comprehensive diagnosis and treatment planning. Covering everything from single-tooth dentistry to full-mouth rehabilitation, the program emphasizes occlusion, TMJ, and practical implementation, supporting interdisciplinary dentistry and continuous learning.
• The Gelb InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Gelb Institute advances education and research in airway health, TMJ disorders, and integrated dental medicine. Associated with The Gelb Center founded by Dr. Harold Gelb and continued by Dr. Michael Gelb.
• The Gelb CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Gelb Center is a leading provider of specialized care for TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, chronic headaches, and orthodontic treatments. Led by Dr. Michael Gelb, the team combines advanced medical techniques with holistic approaches. Dr. Michael Gelb serves as a Board Member of The Airway Revolution Foundation and co-authored GASP: Airway Health- The Hidden Path to Wellness.
• Integrative Dental Medicine Scholar SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Integrative Dental Medicine Scholar Society provides education connecting dentistry with whole-body health. Through expert-led presentations, participants explore links between genetics, nutrition, airway health, TMD, and more while learning collaborative solutions for today's health challenges.
• Little Sprout Speech TherapycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLittle Sprout Speech is a family-centered practice dedicated to empowering young children by providing effective communication, motor, and feeding strategies. The practice operates with excellence and ethical standards, prioritizing the best outcomes for children and their families.
• Long Island Speech & Myofunctional TherapycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong Island Speech, led by founder Janine Stiene, is the leading speech therapy provider on Long Island with 9 locations across Nassau and Suffolk County. They specialize in Myofunctional Therapy, PROMPT, Voice Disorders, Fluency, Augmentative Communication, Articulation, Feeding Therapy, and more, with a strong focus on airway health.
• Penn Sleep SurgerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPenn Sleep Surgery is dedicated to transforming care for patients with obstructive sleep apnea through cutting-edge research, surgical innovation, and personalized treatment. Led by Dr. Raj Dedhia and Dr. Julianna Rodin, the team advances the science of sleep, particularly for those who struggle with or cannot tolerate traditional therapies like CPAP.
• Oris WellnessminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOris Wellness is a consulting service that helps parents make confident, informed decisions about their child's oral and airway health. Families receive personalized support to understand treatment options and connect with qualified, airway-aware providers.
• Ortho 2 Health (Dr. Bill Hang)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Bill Hang's Ortho 2 Health provides E.C.H.O. and E.R.R.S. mentorship programs for managing airway issues in children and addressing extraction retraction regret in teens and adults. These programs offer personalized training and real-time case support in airway-centered orthodontics.
• Prevent! CliniccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrevent! Clinic revolutionizes preventative healthcare by identifying health risks before they become serious conditions. Using cutting-edge diagnostics including at-home saliva screenings, advanced imaging, and biomarker analysis, they detect early signs of systemic diseases including heart disease, diabetes, and sleep-related disorders. Dr. Gina Pritchard, founder and owner, serves as a Board Member of The Airway Revolution Foundation.
• The Sensory StudiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Sensory Studio provides specialized therapy services for children with sensory processing challenges, offering a play-based, multisensory approach. Their expert team of occupational, speech, and feeding therapists collaborates to create individualized treatment plans. Dr. Michele DeSimone, Director and Founder, serves as a Board Member of The Airway Revolution Foundation.
• Tanglewood Pediatric DentistrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTanglewood Pediatric Dentistry supports children's overall health by addressing oral and functional issues such as breathing, airway development, and speech. Using a Function-First approach, the clinic treats tethered oral tissues and promotes early intervention. The team includes pediatric dentists, speech-language pathologists, myofunctional therapists, and lactation consultants.
• Tongue Tie ExpertscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLed by an IBCLC and Certified Nurse Midwife with over 35 years of experience, Tongue Tie Experts provides professional education and support for healthcare providers working with infants and breastfeeding families. Evidence-based courses fill the knowledge gap in diagnosing and managing tongue ties. Dr. Scott A. Siegel, who has performed over 30,000 tethered oral tissue surgical procedures, is a Board Member of The Airway Revolution Foundation.
• VizstaracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVizstara is a premier educational institute and dental practice dedicated to advancing excellence in dentistry. Through comprehensive training programs, hands-on workshops, and expert mentorship, they equip dental professionals with the latest techniques in implantology, periodontics, and airway-focused care. Dr. Nicolas Elian, President and CEO, serves on the Advisory Board of The Airway Revolution Foundation.
• West U Pediatric DentistrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWest U Pediatric Dentistry focuses on pediatric oral health, specializing in early detection and treatment of issues like breathing, speech, and oral function. Their team utilizes a Function-First approach to treat tethered oral tissues and offers comprehensive care including speech therapy, lactation consulting, and pediatric chiropractic services.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• National Sleep Foundation: Long-established national sleep-health nonprofit with significantly larger reach, corporate partnerships, and educational programming. Comparable as a broader incumbent that competes for the same awareness, education, and donor mindshare.
• American Lung Association: Large established nonprofit addressing lung health and related conditions including sleep-disordered breathing. Comparable to TARF as a broad health nonprofit with overlapping messaging on airway health and breathing-related disease.
• American Sleep Apnea Association: Established patient-focused sleep apnea nonprofit with longer operating history, larger donor base, and broader programmatic scope. Comparable as a better-resourced incumbent in the airway-disorder awareness and education space where TARF operates.

Direct peers

• Project Sleep: Sleep-health nonprofit focused on awareness, education, and advocacy including sleep apnea and other sleep disorders. Comparable to TARF in combining storytelling, public campaigns, and provider outreach in the sleep/airway-health space.
• Airway Circle: Professional community providing weekly expert lectures, networking, and Dental CEUs around airway disorders. Comparable to TARF as a fellow airway-health education platform serving clinicians; currently a TARF alliance partner.
• Foundation for Airway Health: Nonprofit co-founded by TARF board member Dr. Michael Gelb, focused on airway-health awareness, education, and provider collaboration. Directly comparable as a mission-aligned peer organization that competes for the same donor and clinical network.
• Children's Airway First Foundation (CAFF): Nonprofit advocating for early detection and treatment of airway disorders in children, with stated mission around the 400 million children affected globally. Directly comparable to TARF's pediatric airway-health agenda; currently a TARF alliance partner.
• Alliance of Sleep Apnea Partners (ASAP): National 501(c)(3) nonprofit advocating for screening, diagnosis, treatment, and management of sleep apnea. Directly comparable to TARF as a fellow sleep-apnea/airway advocacy nonprofit and a current TARF alliance partner serving the same patient and provider audiences.
• American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry (AAPMD): Professional society and advocacy organization advancing airway-centered medicine and dentistry. Comparable to TARF in serving airway-health providers and patients, with overlapping educational programming and event presence.

Emerging players

• Empower Sleep: Telehealth precision sleep medicine practice led by Dr. Sahil Chopra (a TARF Advisory Board member) that uses clinical-grade sensors and personalized care plans. Comparable as an emerging airway/sleep health company with overlapping patient education and provider collaboration goals.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCp_3nB09MnYWek9AunvHb5A/featured
• Facebookfacebook.com/TheAirwayRevolution
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/theairwayrevolution
• Instagraminstagram.com/theairwayrevolution
• TikToktiktok.com/@theairwayrevolution

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles21 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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