It is with much disappointment we must announce we will not be able to hold an in-person Drives Fore Drake event this fall. The current restrictions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and the uncertainty going forward pose too many logistical challenges to plan such an event as DFD. We could possibly plan an abbreviated or attendance-limited golf event, but the risks do not outweigh the benefit and the end result would not live up to the DFD everyone has come to love.
We have been overwhelmed with the 8 years of support so many have poured into DFD. Our sponsors, participants, and volunteers have been so very generous. More than $565,000 has been raised for cystic fibrosis research toward a cure. Because of the ongoing support of so many, DFD has become one of the premier community events each fall.
While we’re unable to hold an in-person event in 2020, the importance for fundraising is still great. This year, we encourage you to partner with us and support DFD via the Donate-Partner link above. In lieu of an in-person event, we would like to encourage all of our supporters to plan an outdoor event the week of September 21-27 in honor of DFD. Wear your DFD gear and enjoy a hike, a round of golf, a bike ride, or any outdoor event in honor of Drake and all those battling cystic fibrosis. You can even invite someone not familiar with DFD. We would love for you to share your event with us on our Facebook page.
We have been overwhelmed with the 8 years of support so many have poured into DFD. Our sponsors, participants, and volunteers have been so very generous. More than $565,000 has been raised for cystic fibrosis research toward a cure. Because of the ongoing support of so many, DFD has become one of the premier community events each fall.
While we’re unable to hold an in-person event in 2020, the importance for fundraising is still great. This year, we encourage you to partner with us and support DFD via the Donate-Partner link above. In lieu of an in-person event, we would like to encourage all of our supporters to plan an outdoor event the week of September 21-27 in honor of DFD. Wear your DFD gear and enjoy a hike, a round of golf, a bike ride, or any outdoor event in honor of Drake and all those battling cystic fibrosis. You can even invite someone not familiar with DFD. We would love for you to share your event with us on our Facebook page.
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What is cystic fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time.
In people with CF, a defective gene causes a thick, sticky buildup of mucus in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. In the lungs, the mucus clogs the airways and traps bacteria leading to infections, extensive lung damage, and eventually, respiratory failure. In the pancreas, the mucus prevents the release of digestive enzymes that allow the body to break down food and absorb vital nutrients.
Breakthrough treatments have added years to the lives of people with cystic fibrosis. Today the median predicted survival age is close to 40. This is a dramatic improvement from the 1950s, when a child with CF rarely lived long enough to attend elementary school.
Because of tremendous advancements in research and care, many people with CF are living long enough to realize their dreams of attending college, pursuing careers, getting married, and having kids.
While there has been significant progress in treating this disease, there is still no cure and too many lives are cut far too short.
In people with CF, a defective gene causes a thick, sticky buildup of mucus in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. In the lungs, the mucus clogs the airways and traps bacteria leading to infections, extensive lung damage, and eventually, respiratory failure. In the pancreas, the mucus prevents the release of digestive enzymes that allow the body to break down food and absorb vital nutrients.
Breakthrough treatments have added years to the lives of people with cystic fibrosis. Today the median predicted survival age is close to 40. This is a dramatic improvement from the 1950s, when a child with CF rarely lived long enough to attend elementary school.
Because of tremendous advancements in research and care, many people with CF are living long enough to realize their dreams of attending college, pursuing careers, getting married, and having kids.
While there has been significant progress in treating this disease, there is still no cure and too many lives are cut far too short.
