Karrigan's Heroes and Owen's Warriors

Cystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time. In people with CF, a defective gene causes a thick, buildup of mucus in the lungs, pancreas and other organs. In the lungs, the mucus clogs the airways and traps bacteria leading to infections, extensive lung damage and eventually, respiratory failure. In the pancreas, the mucus prevents the release of digestive enzymes that allow the body to break down food and absorb vital nutrients.

Karrigan's Heroes & Owen's Warriors is a Great Strides Walk team originally created in February of 2010 for Karrigan, when her brother, Owen, was born he was diagnosed with CF as well in September of 2016. 

Karrigan is 11 years old and was diagnosed when she was 2 weeks old. She loves rainbows, The Little Mermaid and her little brother, Owen. While she has to take many pills and do breathing treatments that she does not enjoy, she does it all in stride with a huge smile on her face. She is an amazing little girl!

Owen is 4 years old and was diagnosed when he was 3 weeks old. He loves playing with his cars, helping his daddy with projects and his big sister, Karrigan. Owen is learning everyday how to take his medication so he can gain as much weight as possible and do breathing treatments that will help him breathe easier, like his sister, he does not enjoy them, but does them with a huge smile on his face. He is the happiest baby boy you will ever meet!

Join our team and help add tomorrows!

There are approximately 30,000 Americans living with cystic fibrosis. They are moms, dads, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons, friends and co-workers who struggle every day just to breathe. We walk for them. Will you join us? All we need you to do to become a member of our team is click on the "Join our Team" button. From there you can make a donation and start your fundraising.

By becoming a member of our team and making a donation, you are joining a growing group of people committed to finding a cure for cystic fibrosis. Together, we are adding tomorrows to the lives of people living with CF by supporting the search for a cure.

Great Strides is a fun, family-friendly event that raises awareness and support for people with CF and their families.