The “Kissing Bug Alert” program is a citizen science initiative specifically designed for the United States, aimed at monitoring the distribution and prevalence of kissing bugs, which are vectors of Chagas disease. This program engages volunteers across the country, including homeowners, outdoor enthusiasts, and public health professionals, to identify and report kissing bug sightings. Participants receive educational resources and training to help them recognize kissing bugs and their habitats, along with guidance on safe collection and submission of specimens for further analysis. By mobilizing citizen scientists, the “Kissing Bug Alert” program provides valuable data on kissing bug distribution and activity patterns, aiding researchers and public health officials in understanding the epidemiology of Chagas disease and developing targeted prevention and control measures. Through community involvement and collaboration, this program empowers individuals to actively contribute to protecting public health and raising awareness about the risks of Chagas disease transmission in the United States.