Columbia/Willamette Great Strides 2026
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Michael Wright
Michael has been on a mission to help end cystic fibrosis since 2014. He and his family are heartbroken after two of his great nieces lost their battles with CF over a decade ago. His main fundraising vehicle is Cycle For Life, however this year, since we are combining Great Strides, Cycle For Life and a 5K run, Michael will attempt the trifecta and participate in all three. Michael is a rewired (not a typo) sports agent who plays just about every sport that fosters healthy competition. He and his wife Sally are Canadians who have been living in the USA since 1995. His fundraising slogan is - WE'RE not done, until IT'S done.
Ellie Michels
Ellie is a 9-year-old living with cystic fibrosis. She suffered from meconium ileus at birth and then her newborn screening confirmed her CF diagnosis. Ellie has to do breathing treatments as well as take around 33 pills per day just to try to stay healthy. Outside of her CF diagnosis, Ellie is an older sister and loves to play volleyball, hike, fish, hunt, camp and do all kinds of other outdoor activities. Ellie has tons of friends and family who all love and support her.Step Up Your Fundraising
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