I fundraise to support research and spread awareness for Cystic Fibrosis-a disease that has shaped every part of my life.

I lost my sister to CF when she was just 28 years old. I also live with this genetic disease myself. Some days are good, some days are incredibly hard, and most days I hide the pain and push forward anyway. CF affects the lungs and digestive system, but it doesn't stop there-it impacts every aspect of daily life.

Because of incredible research and breakthrough medications, people with CF are now living far beyond what was once expected. When I was young, the life expectancy barely reached kindergarten age. Today, we're living longer-and with that comes uncharted territory. Adults with CF now face challenges like depression, anxiety, CF-related diabetes, and complications affecting multiple organs.

My own journey-what I call the story of "Dee Woe"-includes vision loss (retinopathy) from CF-related diabetes, a kidney and pancreas transplant, and countless daily struggles. This is my everyday life. I take it one day at a time, with strength, humor, and grit-but it's still hard.

That's why this cause matters so deeply to me. Continued support and funding mean better treatments, better quality of life, and hope-for me, and for everyone living with CF.

This fight is deeply personal-for my sister, for me, and for everyone living with Cystic Fibrosis. Every donation helps move research forward and brings us closer to a future where CF no longer defines or ends lives. Whether you're able to give or simply share my story, your support truly matters. Together, we can turn CF into Cure Found and change what living with CF looks like-for today and for generations to come.

Help us make CF stand for Cure Found