Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Arizona Chapter

Only four spots remain for the Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim Xtreme Hike, Oct. 2-4, 2026. There is still time to train, connect with our hike guides and take on this unforgettable 23.9-mile journey to help cure cystic fibrosis.

Your weekend includes lodging, meals, transportation from Phoenix and hiker swag.
Interested? Contact Toni Bauman at [email protected].
Register today: https://fundraise.cff.org/grandcanyonfallxtremehike

Calling all undergraduate, graduate, and medical students!

The CF Foundation College Program presented by Tomorrow's Leaders brings together students from across the country Aug. 3-7 for a free, virtual experience focused on leadership, professional development, and the cystic fibrosis community.

Participants will explore topics like data-driven storytelling, generative AI, and how science, policy, and advocacy work together to help those with CF — all while connecting with researchers, community members, and leaders in the cystic fibrosis space.

Important Update: Arizona’s Finest has a new date and location!📣

Join us Thursday, Dec. 3, from 6–10 p.m. at Elevate 24 in Phoenix for an unforgettable evening celebrating this year’s honorees and supporting the mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Nominations are still open for 2026 Arizona’s Finest! Know someone making an impact in the community? Nominate them today: https://afasignup.formstack.com/forms/2026_azsfinest_nomination_form

We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

This 65 Roses Day (6/5), join the 65 Roses Club: a dedicated group of monthly donors committed to helping cure cystic fibrosis.


As a monthly donor, you can spread your support into smaller gifts that add up to real progress. This steady, reliable stream of revenue helps enable the Foundation to fund innovative research, drug development, and provide high-quality, specialized care so that we can get closer to a cure for cystic fibrosis.


Joining is easy — set up automatic monthly giving through the donation page and know your support is working for people with CF every month, without any extra steps.

Join the next CF Circle for a virtual, small-group discussion about the Black CF Experience. On June 23 at 7 p.m. ET, Black adults with CF, as well as parents and caregivers of Black children with CF, are invited to talk openly with peers about shared experiences like misdiagnosis, delays in treatment, self-advocacy in medical settings, and navigating life with CF.

65 Roses Day (6/5) is around the corner! Are you familiar with the “65 Roses” story?

The “65 Roses” story began in 1965 when a 4-year-old, hearing the name of his disease for the first time, pronounced cystic fibrosis as “65 Roses.” Today, it’s a term many children with CF still use to describe their disease. But making the disease easier to say doesn’t make it easier to live with.

One week ago, our Arizona Xtreme Hike participants were making their way through the Grand Canyon — pushing past limits, building community, and taking in unforgettable moments like this one at Phantom Ranch. 🥾⛰️

A special thank you to Chamois Butt'r for supporting our hikers as an in-kind supporter.

Our walkers, team leaders, volunteers, and so many more make Great Strides more than just an event — it’s a movement. Alongside our Great Strides sponsors: Vertex, AbbVie, and Nestle Health Science, we can help end cystic fibrosis.

As we wrap up Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, we are grateful for everyone who raised awareness and supported the CF community. Together, we will keep pushing forward until we find a cure for all people with cystic fibrosis. Get involved in an upcoming event or make a donation to help make it possible.
https://give.cff.org/arizona/donate?rbref=homepage