I’m incredibly honored to be recognized as an outstanding professional in my community by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through this year’s Twin Cities Finest program. It means a lot to be part of a group of people who are not only dedicated to their careers, but also to giving back in a meaningful way.

As part of this recognition, I’ve committed to raising funds to support the Foundation’s mission: to cure cystic fibrosis (CF) and help everyone living with CF lead long, fulfilling lives. This is a cause I’m proud to stand behind, and I’d love your support in reaching my fundraising goal.

Cystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that affects about 40,000 people in the U.S. — primarily impacting the lungs and other organs. Sixty years ago, most children with CF didn’t live long enough to start school. Today, thanks to the incredible work of the CF Foundation and its supporters, the median life expectancy is over 50 years. That’s powerful progress — but there’s still more work to do. Too many people still don’t benefit from available treatments, and the Foundation is committed to finding a cure for every person with CF.

If you’re able to contribute, please consider making a donation. Every gift makes a difference. You can also learn more about the Foundation at www.cff.org.

Thank you for supporting this mission and helping us get one step closer to a world without CF.