LANCE ARMSTRONG FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES MEMBERSHIP
TO THE NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL

AUSTIN, Texas - September 29, 2005 - The Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) is proud to announce its recent membership to the National Health Council (NHC), a recognized leader in promoting the health of all people by advancing the voluntary health movement.  The LAF recently reached full compliance with the NHC's Standards of Excellence, which are closely aligned with the Standards for Charitable Accountability adopted by the Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance.

NHC members must maintain the highest standards of organizational effectiveness and public stewardship.  Adherence to these standards signifies an unswerving commitment to the highest levels of public accountability and organizational effectiveness.  This type of dedication helps to position voluntary health agencies as the most trusted and respected sectors of the non-profit community. 

"By meeting these standards of excellence in the areas of governance, personnel policies, programs, finance, fundraising, accounting, reporting and evaluation, we are moving closer to achieving best practices in all areas of the Foundation," said Dennis Cavner, chairman of the LAF.

The LAF joins nationally recognized organizations such as the American Lung Association, American Cancer Society, March of Dimes, Lupus Foundation of America and Easter Seals as a member of the NHC and one of the nation's most trusted health organizations. 

For more information about the NHC, visit www.nationalhealthcouncil.org.  For more information about the Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance, visit www.give.org.

About the Lance Armstrong Foundation
The Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) believes that in your battle with cancer, unity is strength, knowledge is power and attitude is everything.  From the moment of diagnosis we provide the practical information and tools you need to live life on your own terms.  We serve our mission through public health, advocacy, research and education, including the LIVESTRONG™ Resource for Cancer Survivors.  The LAF was founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong and is located in Austin, Texas.  For more information, visit www.livestrong.org.