Kim Duncan

My Great Strides Story

Nearly 40,000 people in the United States have cystic fibrosis: a progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. They are moms, dads, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons, and friends who face the sobering prospect of a shortened lifespan. 

Just days after being born in 2016, my nephew Luca was diagnosed with CF. After going through all of the emotions one might expect as a family, we resolved to find every way possible to help Luca, my sister, brother-in-law and Luca's sister Ava, in the fight against this disease. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has been a true pillar of support and hope for our family. Luca is a resilient fighter. He's also one of the most active, clever and funniest kids on the planet. I walk for him and those like him. 

Working alongside the CF community, the CF Foundation has fostered the development of more than a dozen CF treatments and helped add decades of life for people with CF. Yet, many people with CF do not benefit from existing therapies. Our vision is a cure for every person with cystic fibrosis – a life free from the burden of this disease – and we will not leave anyone behind.

You can support me!

By supporting my fundraising goal, you have an opportunity in your lifetime to be part of ending this disease. Please consider joining us and help make medical history.