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Jordan Hodgins
Jordan Hodgins
Hi! My name is Jordan Hodgins and I have worked at Hornbeck Offshore for nearly nine years. This year, as Hornbeck's 2025 nominee, I am being honored by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CF Foundation) at the Northshore's Finest Dance Party and Silent Auction on Sunday, October 12th. This event recognizing professionals in our community while also supporting the CF Foundation's mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis (CF) and support those living with the disease. I'm beyond grateful to accept this position. I have committed to raise money to help the CF Foundation realize its mission of curing CF and providing all people with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives.
Nearly 40,000 people in the United States have CF, but many people don't know exactly what it is and how it affects the body. CF is a progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. When a person has CF, their body produces a thick mucus that obstructs organs, leading to chronic lung inflammation, airway obstructions and breathing difficulties. These lung issues can eventually lead to respiratory failure. CF also hinders enzyme production in the pancreas, preventing the body from breaking down food properly.
I debated how I would start my fundraising, and decided, together with my sweet four-year-old, Eloise, and my incredible husband, Ryan, to help her with her first ever lemonade stand! We made lemonade, cookies and brownies and set up a table with a sign in our front yard. We had so many neighbors, friends and family stop by to support Eloise and support the CF Foundation! We had a blast and we were thrilled to have the chance to teach Eloise how important it is to give back to a good cause. Here's a few pictures of our fun afternoon:
Having Eloise's help made it that much more special when I got to meet Gunner, a precious two-year-old boy living with CF. I had the honor of going to dinner with Gunner, his big brother Beaux, and his incredible parents, Katelyn and Tyler. He had to take his prescribed enzymes multiple times during the meal to make sure his body could properly digest the food - he took them like a champ! Hearing Gunner's mom share his CF story, understanding how it affects his everyday life, and seeing how much his parents love and care for him to keep him thriving was incredibly touching. Gunner has come a long way since his 75-day NICU stay! When he turned two, he was able to start taking a new modulator drug called Trikafta, which is hailed as the single greatest therapeutic advancement in the history of CF. It received FDA approval in 2019 and helps about 85% of people who have CF. Unfortunately, there are others with different genetic mutations that do not see benefits from Trikafta. This means there is more work and research for the CF Foundation to do.
I am including a video here so that you can hear more from Katelyn about Gunner's story. Please take a few minutes to watch:
Gunner's Story
I would be so incredibly grateful for your help to meet my fundraising goal-- to help Gunner and everyone else living with CF. By donating, you have the chance to be part of ending CF in your lifetime. The progress that has been made thus far in extending the lifespan of those with CF is astounding. Sixty years ago, children with CF usually did not live long enough to attend elementary school. This is devastating to think about as we just sent our daughter, Eloise, back to school last month. In 2008, the median lifespan for someone born with CF was 26 years. Based on data from 2021, the current life expectancy is now 53 years old! I hope in the next decade the CF life expectancy will extend into the 70s.
When I think about CF, I have to mention the legacy of Stephen Teagle. Stephen was born in 1966 with CF and was great friends with my boss, Hornbeck CFO Jim Harp. Stephen miraculously beat the "odds" of CF (at the time) and lived to the age of 30, which is still far too young to go. Stephen's legacy lives on, nearly 30 years later, and I am honored to be a small part in continuing his legacy and remembering his life.
I have seen how difficult it can be to deal with chronic lung inflammation and lung damage, and how tough it can be to live life with these obstacles. Healthy lung function is crucial, and it means the world to me to be able to support the CF Foundation in finding a cure, especially if it can help those suffering with persistent lung issues.
You can click on the "DONATE" button on my page to make a 100% tax deductible donation, or you can click the "BUY TICKETS" button to purchase tickets to the Northshore's Finest event -- I would love to see you there!
If you would like to learn more about CF and the CF Foundation, please visit www.cff.org. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those with cystic fibrosis -- including kids like Gunner! Thank you so much for supporting me and the mission of the CF Foundation!
Best,
Jordan Hodgins
Nearly 40,000 people in the United States have CF, but many people don't know exactly what it is and how it affects the body. CF is a progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. When a person has CF, their body produces a thick mucus that obstructs organs, leading to chronic lung inflammation, airway obstructions and breathing difficulties. These lung issues can eventually lead to respiratory failure. CF also hinders enzyme production in the pancreas, preventing the body from breaking down food properly.
I debated how I would start my fundraising, and decided, together with my sweet four-year-old, Eloise, and my incredible husband, Ryan, to help her with her first ever lemonade stand! We made lemonade, cookies and brownies and set up a table with a sign in our front yard. We had so many neighbors, friends and family stop by to support Eloise and support the CF Foundation! We had a blast and we were thrilled to have the chance to teach Eloise how important it is to give back to a good cause. Here's a few pictures of our fun afternoon:
Having Eloise's help made it that much more special when I got to meet Gunner, a precious two-year-old boy living with CF. I had the honor of going to dinner with Gunner, his big brother Beaux, and his incredible parents, Katelyn and Tyler. He had to take his prescribed enzymes multiple times during the meal to make sure his body could properly digest the food - he took them like a champ! Hearing Gunner's mom share his CF story, understanding how it affects his everyday life, and seeing how much his parents love and care for him to keep him thriving was incredibly touching. Gunner has come a long way since his 75-day NICU stay! When he turned two, he was able to start taking a new modulator drug called Trikafta, which is hailed as the single greatest therapeutic advancement in the history of CF. It received FDA approval in 2019 and helps about 85% of people who have CF. Unfortunately, there are others with different genetic mutations that do not see benefits from Trikafta. This means there is more work and research for the CF Foundation to do.
I am including a video here so that you can hear more from Katelyn about Gunner's story. Please take a few minutes to watch:
Gunner's Story
I would be so incredibly grateful for your help to meet my fundraising goal-- to help Gunner and everyone else living with CF. By donating, you have the chance to be part of ending CF in your lifetime. The progress that has been made thus far in extending the lifespan of those with CF is astounding. Sixty years ago, children with CF usually did not live long enough to attend elementary school. This is devastating to think about as we just sent our daughter, Eloise, back to school last month. In 2008, the median lifespan for someone born with CF was 26 years. Based on data from 2021, the current life expectancy is now 53 years old! I hope in the next decade the CF life expectancy will extend into the 70s.
When I think about CF, I have to mention the legacy of Stephen Teagle. Stephen was born in 1966 with CF and was great friends with my boss, Hornbeck CFO Jim Harp. Stephen miraculously beat the "odds" of CF (at the time) and lived to the age of 30, which is still far too young to go. Stephen's legacy lives on, nearly 30 years later, and I am honored to be a small part in continuing his legacy and remembering his life.
I have seen how difficult it can be to deal with chronic lung inflammation and lung damage, and how tough it can be to live life with these obstacles. Healthy lung function is crucial, and it means the world to me to be able to support the CF Foundation in finding a cure, especially if it can help those suffering with persistent lung issues.
You can click on the "DONATE" button on my page to make a 100% tax deductible donation, or you can click the "BUY TICKETS" button to purchase tickets to the Northshore's Finest event -- I would love to see you there!
If you would like to learn more about CF and the CF Foundation, please visit www.cff.org. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those with cystic fibrosis -- including kids like Gunner! Thank you so much for supporting me and the mission of the CF Foundation!
Best,
Jordan Hodgins
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