My Great Strides Story
Sarah Whittaker
Sarah Whittaker
As most of you know my husband was born with a rare genetic disorder called Cystic Fibrosis. He graciously received a double lung transplant due to this disorder in 2008 and has gone on to pursue his dreams of working in law enforcement. As his wife, I couldn’t be more proud or honored to be by his side as he has persisted and accomplished his dream of working in law enforcement. He is the funniest, most generous, authentic, courageous and resilient humans I have been blessed to call my husband for over 2.5yrs. I call him “Wolverine” for obvious reasons. Each year we participate in the Great Strides Fundraiser to raise awareness about this once pediatric disease in order to give back to a community who have relentlessly strived for the advancement in the quality of care and in providing financial need to not only save my husband’s life but the many others who still need help. This mission is personal and we will not stop until there is a cure. Below is more information regarding this foundation as well as statistics to better explain this disease.
Much love always, The Chapman’s
There is currently no cure for cystic fibrosis and too many people with CF die young. I’m walking to help change that reality.
CF is a genetic, life-shortening disease that devastates the lungs, pancreas, and other vital organs. CF makes it difficult to breathe and fight life-threatening infections, often leading to extensive lung damage and respiratory failure.
Every person born with cystic fibrosis is on a unique journey and experiences this challenging disease differently. While progress has been made, a long road lies ahead for far too many people fighting this terrible disease. We need a cure so that everyone with CF has a better chance to live a long, healthy life.
Will you help us end cystic fibrosis?
By donating to my fundraising goal, you have the power to advance the research and science needed to drive our shared dream forward – a cure for everyone with CF.
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