About Our Team CF

Every Paddle to a Cure participant is committed to helping advance a cure for cystic fibrosis. By joining us at this event you can help us reach this lifesaving goal.

Check-in Time:    8:00 AM

Start Time:           9:00 AM

Distance:             5K or 1 mile options

How to participate:

Register: Register to participate in person or virtually by clicking the “register” button.  Participants 16+ are invited to participate.

Recruit: Encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to join you.

Fundraise: Fundraising is easier than ever before. You can use the participant center, the Fight CF mobile app, or fundraise on Facebook to reach your goal. You can also create a passion fundraising event or see if your employer has a matching gift program.

Share your story: Life with cystic fibrosis is different for every person living with the disease. Share your story to help others understand the realities of life with CF and why your participation in Paddle to a Cure is important.

Paddle with us: Join the CF community on event day to celebrate our progress and commitment to finding a cure for every person with cystic fibrosis.

Staff lead to contact with any questions:  Emma Thornton, Development Director ethornton@cff.org or call (267) 841-5366.

At the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, we commit to equity, racial justice, diversity, and inclusion as core principles guiding our efforts to provide all people with CF the opportunity to live long, fulfilling lives. We strive to host inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. Please be aware that a 3-week notice is requested as some accommodations may require time for the Foundation to arrange. If you have a disability and require accommodations to fully participate in this activity, please go to www.cff.org/chapters and email or call your local chapter office.

A thank you to our sponsors

Our events wouldn’t be possible without the support of our national sponsors: AbbVie and Vertex. We also recognize American Airlines, our outstanding corporate supporter.

We also want to thank our local sponsors who continue to help advance our mission.

In lieu of cash, we ask that you make all payments/contributions to the CF Foundation with a credit card or check. We accept all major credit cards.

Events may be subject to change based on health or safety concerns. If an event is moved to virtual, sponsorship benefits may be adjusted to fit that format. If an event is cancelled your local contact will reach out to discuss options.