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The Arizona
Chapter of the Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation is
hosting the Aptalis CF Cycle for Life presented by BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. on
Saturday, November 3, 2012 beginning at 7am starting at Goodyear Sports
Complex, Goodyear, AZ. The ride will kick off to two routes –35-miles and 65-miles
– and then riders will embark on their ride traversing the farm lands, Sonoran
desert, Verrado and rural communities throughout Estrella Mountains, Goodyear
and Avondale to raise dollars for cystic fibrosis research.
Here is an
opportunity for individual and cycle clubs to make their mark! Ride organizers
are expecting hundreds of riders to take to the streets in support of changing
CF to CURE FOUND! All funds raised will support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
The Foundation is one of the most effective and efficient organizations of its
kind. It has received a four-star rating for sound fiscal management from Charity
Navigator, the largest independent charity evaluator in the United
States, and is an accredited charity of the Better
Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance.
“This event will be
a great ride for all—no matter your riding experience we have a route for you!”
said Sheryl Keeme, executive director for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. “Join
my team Girls Gone Riding or form one of your own. But it isn’t just the route
and the weather that will bring people together. We’re uniting in the cause of
finding a cure for cystic fibrosis.”
With more than
30,000 people living with CF nationwide, cystic fibrosis is the number one
life-shortening disease of children and young adults in the U.S.; however,
there is much hope for the future as the median survival age for cystic
fibrosis sufferers has climbed to 37+ years.
Cyclist can register today for the Inaugural CF Cycle for
Life at www.cff.org/chapters/arizona. Register today and save, the
$25 registration runs through July 31, 2012. Registered cyclists are asked to
raise $150 by event day, but riders are encouraged to go above and beyond with
their fundraising efforts.
Additionally, those who want a taste of the ride, can
participate in a free kick-off ride through Verrado on Saturday, Sept. 29, through
Verrado beginning at 7:30 AM!
Corporate sponsorships are available; please contact Sheryl
Keeme at skeeme@cff.org or call
602-224-0068 at CFF to learn more.
Top rider fundraisers will receive a variety of prizes,
including a collectors’ ride shirt, cycle jersey, wind jacket and other unique
cycle items.
About The Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation of Arizona:
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, of Arizona, headquartered in
Phoenix, Ariz., is a donor-sponsored nonprofit organization dedicated to
finding therapies and a cure for cystic fibrosis (CF), while helping to improve
the lives of those living with CF. CF is the No. 1 life shortening disease of
children and young adults in the U.S. Caused by a genetic defect, the disease
forces the body to produce abnormally thick mucus, leading to chronic,
life-threatening lung infections and impairs digestion. Thanks to the support
of millions and the work of organizations like the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation,
researchers have discovered the basic genetic defect that causes CF. While
today there exists no cure, an arsenal of remedies have been produced to help
treat the disease, dramatically extending the life expectancy of people living
with CF. The foundation’s “pipeline” is filled with more than 25 promising CF
therapy candidates in clinical trials and six others in laboratory development.
With help from its supporters, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation looks forward to
the day research finds a cure.
