Every person born with cystic fibrosis is on a unique journey and experiences this challenging disease differently. My family has been impacted by cystic fibrosis for many years. My Uncle Tommy passed away from this disease at age 16, and my Uncle Walter died within days of his birth, likely from CF. 

While most people with CF are diagnosed at birth, my first manifestation of CF was when I was hospitalized with pancreatitis at 9 years old. I was officially diagnosed at 13 and was hospitalized with pneumonia within weeks of my diagnosis. My CF primarily impacts my digestive system, and I struggle with the symptoms every day. My beautiful 13 year old niece Cali also has CF, and she is thriving due to medical advances made possible by donations and events like this. 

While the CF Foundation has made incredible progress, not everyone is able to benefit from existing therapies/medications, and we still need a cure. This will require time, funding, and persistence. But with you on our team, we are ready to go the distance.

Will you help us end cystic fibrosis?

By walking with us and 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. Our team is committed to providing every person with CF the opportunity to live a long, healthy life. We won’t stop until CF stands for Cure Found. Will you join us?