Our daughter Tali was born with cystic fibrosis (CF) — and not a single day goes by without CF reminding us it's there.

CF is a progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other vital organs. Tali is currently doing relatively well, thanks to modern treatments and incredible medical care. But CF is relentless:
 

• She has already had 3 hospital stays in just over 4 years
• Even when healthy, she spends at least 1 hour every day on treatments
• When she has a cold or cough, treatments increase to 2+ hours a day
• Serious lung infections are a constant risk

She does all of this every single day — at times reluctantly — and she is four years old.

Because of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF), there is real and measurable progress. In the 1950s, children with CF were not expected to live long enough to attend elementary school. Today, many people with CF are living into their 30s, 40s, and beyond — decades of life that research made possible.

And yet, CF remains life-shortening. There is still no cure.

That's why we walk. Our Great Strides team, Rally for Tali, raises funds that fuel research, drug development, and specialized CF care. Every breakthrough brings us closer to a future where CF doesn't define every hour of every day.

How you can help:
 

• 💙 Donate to support lifesaving CF research and care
• 👟 Join us at the CFF Chicago Great Strides Walk on May 17, 2026
• 📣 Share our page to help spread awareness

Thank you for showing up for Tali — and for helping give her, and everyone living with CF, more tomorrows.