Chris Hopper

Our son Franky has Cystic Fibrosis, which mainly affects the lungs and the digestive system. While CF can be life changing, cause significant damage, and require a lifetime of treatment, we optimistically look at it as just something that requires a little extra attention everyday. Franky is a champ that has been up for every challenge and daily adaptation he has faced. At only 2 years old he has gone through more medical experiences then most kids his age. Did you know the average person takes around 40000 pills in their lifetime? Franky, and others with CF, will pass that by the age of 10 years old. At the moment Franky  can spend upwards to an hour or more each day hooked up to his vest. You would not know that Franky had CF without knowing him more personally. The reason for this is thanks to significant advancement in the Cystic Fibrosis world over the past 20 years coupled with his daily regiment. Please consider donating so we can make strides towards finding a cure.

There are approximately 30,000 Americans living with cystic fibrosis. They are moms, dads, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons, and friends who struggle every day just to breathe. I walk for them. Will you join me and support my fundraising goal?

Real progress has been made for those who have CF, but there is still no cure for this devastating disease and many lives are cut far too short. We’ve come so far, but there’s still so much work to do. I will not stop striding until all those with cystic fibrosis have a cure. We will not leave anyone behind.  

Please support me!

We are at a pivotal moment in the history of cystic fibrosis and your support matters. With your help, we can invest our resources in research today, while raising funds for tomorrow, to ensure we have what it takes to reach the finish line. Together, we can make CF stand for Cure Found. Please help me reach my fundraising goal!