

My Great Strides Story
Fundraising for New Canaan Great Strides 2026
Paula Hochdorffer
Violet is a bright, joyful, and lovable three-year-old who is living with cystic fibrosis (CF), a genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other vital organs. CF makes breathing difficult and leaves individuals vulnerable to serious infections, often leading to significant lung damage over time.
To stay healthy, Violet follows a daily routine that includes multiple medications, along with 2–4 physiotherapy treatments each day.
Despite these challenges, Violet is full of life. She loves dancing, playing with her cousins, snuggling with her mommy and daddy, and taking gymnastics classes.
While there is still no cure for CF, I am walking to help change that reality—not just for Violet, but for everyone living with this disease.
Will you help us end cystic fibrosis?
By 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.







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