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Welcome to Sarah Bertollini's Page
Sarah Bertollini
Sarah Bertollini
Thank you for visiting my fundraising page! My name is Sarah Bertollini, and I am deeply passionate about supporting the mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis.
In 2019, I was asked to volunteer at the Cystic Fibrosis Golf Classic, and it was then that I began to truly understand the profound impact this disease has, not only on those living with cystic fibrosis but also on their families and loved ones. As someone who loves people and believes in the power of connectedness, I felt an undeniable pull to join the board that same year. My highest personal values are love and "helping others cross." For me, "helping others cross" means lending a hand to those in need. Learning that cystic fibrosis receives no government funding and has relied entirely on grassroots efforts since the foundation's inception in 1955 only further ignited my determination to make a difference.
Supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has been deeply personal and moving for me. Imagine one of the most joyous moments in life—the birth of your child—being overshadowed by the devastating news that they have a genetic condition for which there is no cure. While I am not blessed with biological children, I have a 15-year-old child who is the light of my life. We are fortunate that she is healthy and active, enjoying all the things teenage girls do. But my heart aches for the many families I have met whose children have cystic fibrosis and are unable to experience the same carefree, happy life. This disparity fuels my personal commitment to continue fighting for a cure.
Adults and children living with cystic fibrosis, along with their families, face a different reality in their pursuit of a healthy life. I am passionate about exercising my value of “helping others cross” toward the mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis because I have seen firsthand the emotional toll it takes on those directly impacted. I have looked into the teary eyes of exhausted mothers and witnessed the glowing excitement of a young boy living with cystic fibrosis playing with a golf club and smiling at a pond frog. On the outside, they may look like you and me, but their lives are filled with sleepless nights, feelings of helplessness, countless hours of treatments, hospital stays, surgeries, infections, missed school days, birthdays, holidays, and workdays. The experience that was supposed to be different has been stolen from them, and they need our help.
Over the past six years, I have had the privilege of hearing countless stories from cystic fibrosis families—stories of grief, pain, loss, fear, and frustration. Yet, at the core of every story is a powerful force: love. Approximately 40,000 people are living with fystic fibrosis in the United States today, and they need our support to help them cross. Over the last 69 years, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has led the charge in researching genetic mutations through grassroots efforts. While we have made tremendous strides in improving the quality of life for those with cystic fibrosis, there is still much work to be done. The foundation's mission is to fight for a cure for cystic fibrosis (CF) until CF stands for "cure found." I am proud to be part of such a critical mission that will change the course of so many lives. We will continue to fight until it’s done.
I am honored to be part of the 2024 class of Central New York’s Finest Young Professionals and am personally endeavoring to raise $10,000.00 for cystic fibrosis by November 1st through the benevolence and support of my community of friends, colleagues, and family. Every dollar helps advance the needle toward finding a cure for this terrible disease, and I humbly ask for your support to help us cross the finish line.
If you've ever loved someone in need of help, I invite you to join me in our mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. Together, we can ensure that one day, no child or parent will have to endure the weight of this devastating disease.
With love and gratitude,
Sarah
In 2019, I was asked to volunteer at the Cystic Fibrosis Golf Classic, and it was then that I began to truly understand the profound impact this disease has, not only on those living with cystic fibrosis but also on their families and loved ones. As someone who loves people and believes in the power of connectedness, I felt an undeniable pull to join the board that same year. My highest personal values are love and "helping others cross." For me, "helping others cross" means lending a hand to those in need. Learning that cystic fibrosis receives no government funding and has relied entirely on grassroots efforts since the foundation's inception in 1955 only further ignited my determination to make a difference.
Supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has been deeply personal and moving for me. Imagine one of the most joyous moments in life—the birth of your child—being overshadowed by the devastating news that they have a genetic condition for which there is no cure. While I am not blessed with biological children, I have a 15-year-old child who is the light of my life. We are fortunate that she is healthy and active, enjoying all the things teenage girls do. But my heart aches for the many families I have met whose children have cystic fibrosis and are unable to experience the same carefree, happy life. This disparity fuels my personal commitment to continue fighting for a cure.
Adults and children living with cystic fibrosis, along with their families, face a different reality in their pursuit of a healthy life. I am passionate about exercising my value of “helping others cross” toward the mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis because I have seen firsthand the emotional toll it takes on those directly impacted. I have looked into the teary eyes of exhausted mothers and witnessed the glowing excitement of a young boy living with cystic fibrosis playing with a golf club and smiling at a pond frog. On the outside, they may look like you and me, but their lives are filled with sleepless nights, feelings of helplessness, countless hours of treatments, hospital stays, surgeries, infections, missed school days, birthdays, holidays, and workdays. The experience that was supposed to be different has been stolen from them, and they need our help.
Over the past six years, I have had the privilege of hearing countless stories from cystic fibrosis families—stories of grief, pain, loss, fear, and frustration. Yet, at the core of every story is a powerful force: love. Approximately 40,000 people are living with fystic fibrosis in the United States today, and they need our support to help them cross. Over the last 69 years, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has led the charge in researching genetic mutations through grassroots efforts. While we have made tremendous strides in improving the quality of life for those with cystic fibrosis, there is still much work to be done. The foundation's mission is to fight for a cure for cystic fibrosis (CF) until CF stands for "cure found." I am proud to be part of such a critical mission that will change the course of so many lives. We will continue to fight until it’s done.
I am honored to be part of the 2024 class of Central New York’s Finest Young Professionals and am personally endeavoring to raise $10,000.00 for cystic fibrosis by November 1st through the benevolence and support of my community of friends, colleagues, and family. Every dollar helps advance the needle toward finding a cure for this terrible disease, and I humbly ask for your support to help us cross the finish line.
If you've ever loved someone in need of help, I invite you to join me in our mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. Together, we can ensure that one day, no child or parent will have to endure the weight of this devastating disease.
With love and gratitude,
Sarah
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