Kirsten Olean

When I joined the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in 2019, I had only passing knowledge of the disease and the Foundation's work.  As I've learned more about both over the past few years, I've been more and more inspired to come to work every day in support of the Foundation's important mission.  I’ve just finished reading Breath from Salt, an incredible book that tells the story of CF, and I feel so proud to be a small part of one of the best stories in medicine and science. Real progress has been made for many who have CF, but there is still no cure for this devastating disease, and recent treatments only work for some, not all, of those with CF. We are fighting for treatments and a cure that will impact everyone with the disease - no one will be left behind.

For too long, cystic fibrosis, a rare, genetic disease, has robbed people of tomorrows – progressively limiting their ability to breathe and tragically shortening life. There are approximately 40,000 Americans living with CF. 

I walk for them. Will you join me and support my Great Strides fundraising goal? 

Your support can help accelerate the Foundation’s pursuit of new therapies and provide vital support to meet the needs of the CF community.

Please support me! 

Your participation will help us get one step closer to ending this disease. Let’s make CF stand for Cure Found.  Thank you!