Dear Friends and Family,

We learned Cooper had cystic fibrosis when he was just 17 days old, and our world changed overnight. We had no clue that we were even carriers.  Cooper’s diagnosis was terrifying and overwhelming- it completely blindsided us. Life with CF quickly taught us to plan ahead and to always be mindful of medications, treatments, and what each day might bring.

At six months old, Cooper began Kalydeco, a breakthrough treatment made possible by research funded by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. By his first birthday, he became pancreatic sufficient, meaning fewer medications and one small but meaningful relief for our family. Today, Cooper is a thriving three-year-old who loves the beach, playing baseball and football, riding his bike, and keeping up with his big brothers. He’s full of joy and energy. Even so, CF is still part of our daily life—filled with treatments, therapies, and constant worry. A cure would mean Cooper’s health wouldn’t depend on access to medication. It would mean fewer interruptions from play to do hours of therapy, fewer coughing fits, and more freedom to run, jump, and just be a kid.

That’s why your support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation means so much to us. Every donation fuels lifesaving research, advances treatment, and brings us closer to a cure—giving children like Cooper hope for longer, healthier lives.

If you’re able, please consider donating to our Great Strides page. And if you can’t, sharing Cooper’s story means more than you know. Thank you for standing with our family and helping create a future where CF stands for Cure Found. We are so grateful to have you on this journey with us.