Karey Padding

My Great Strides Story -- My Why -- For Gavin

There is currently no cure for cystic fibrosis. By participating in Great Strides, I am helping to end this disease for thousands of people impacted by CF, like my son, Gavin James.

Cystic fibrosis affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. The symptoms can vary from person to person, and as people with CF live longer than ever before, their disease can become more complicated, leading to serious health issues.  For Gavin, gaining weight and getting enough calories is always a struggle. 

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has made extraordinary progress — including fostering the development of more than a dozen CF treatments — but these treatments are not a cure and not everyone can benefit from them. We must keep going. And I know you are willing to help aid in the fight. 

Your support makes a difference, always.

By donating to my fundraising goal, you will help advance our mission for a cure for all. Please consider joining The Padding Posse and helping make CF stand for Cure Found! #addingtomorrows #forGavin