Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, CT Chapter

The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis (CF) and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease.

Description:
The Connecticut Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation raises funds for research through events such as galas, golf tournaments, walk-a-thons and other various special events throughout the year. The money raised through our events, along with funds raised by other Chapters supports scientific research for cystic fibrosis. In addition, funds raised also help our local CF Care Centers. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is one of the most efficient organizations of its kind - nearly 90% of every dollar of revenue raised is available for investment in CF research, care and education programs. The National Institutes of Health and many prominent publications, including Forbes and USA Today, have heralded our innovative business model, which fuels drug discovery and development programs.

History:
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation was founded in 1955 by a group of CF parents. Their goal was to raise money and awareness for cystic fibrosis (CF) so that their children could live long and healthy lives. In 1955, children with CF did not live to make it to elementary school. Today, through our tremendous research efforts, many CF patients live into their 30's and 40's, and even beyond.

Contact people:

Ralph Riccio, Executive Director, (phone), (email) Mary Wolf, Special Events Coordinator, (phone), (email)

Address:

185 Silas Deane Hwy Wethersfield, CT 06109 (See a map)

Directions:

From 91, take exit 24, to Silas Deane Highway (rte 99). Go north towards Hartford. We are about 2.5 miles on the left, 185 Silas Deane, the LaCava Building.   Nearest Bus Stop: Silas Dean Highway, 1 minute walk For maps or information, please see http://www.cttransit.com/