Cheriz K

2023 WALK!!!! Let’s do this! Here is why I walk & fundraise: 

In 1985, I was born 12 weeks premature, life-flighted and had surgery to remove 10% of my intestines. I spent the first 6 months in the hospital. I’d end up every year at least 2-3 times in the hospital. Now, at the age of 39, I’ve been hospitalized 60times, had 20 surgeries—— but I have seen what research can do! Since Trikafta came to market I have gained 10% of my lung function back, said goodbye to a few meds, and said goodbye to stomach tube, and got rid of my mediport! We are making GREAT STRIDES! 

Despite my having Cystic Fibrosis, I’ve always lived my life like a regular person!  I believe my obstacles (CF-Arthritis, Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder) all have made me stronger as an individual. I work hard for what I want in life, but I know I always have family and friends who support me. 

Here’s how you can help!

-JOIN ME! Join my team, bring some friends! 

-DONATE! Donate to your own walking goal or donate to mine. Donations are tax decductible. Also, feel free to send me a check made to “CF Foundation” Contact me.

-SPREAD WORD: Ask your family, friends to donate or walk with you/us! Sharing on Facebook or any social media will help our team grow! 

And THANK YOU!