Fundraising

Cystic Fibrosis Australia (CFA) has a long history of dedicated fundraisers who have set themselves a challenge to do their bit to change the world.

By choosing to fundraise for CFA, you are choosing to support research, you are choosing to help us extend life expectancy for people with cystic fibrosis (CF), and you are choosing to help us fight for access to the best and most current treatments.

You are choosing to support our researchers until CF stands for Cure Found. We need your help.

Our Community Fundraisers are everyday people, who want to make a difference.

Their goal is simple – raise awareness and raise vital funds for our cause.

Thank You for Getting This Far!

You’re here because you care—you want to make a real difference in the lives of Australians living with cystic fibrosis. That’s incredible! Every dollar raised helps fund vital research, essential support services, and advocacy efforts that bring hope to those battling this chronic disease every day.

Now, it’s time to turn that passion into action! Whether you’re running a marathon, hosting a community event, or starting a workplace challenge, your fundraising efforts have the power to change lives. To help you get started, we’ve created an inspiring Fundraising Toolkit packed with ideas, tips, and resources to set you up for success.

Ready to make an impact? Download the Fundraising Toolkit and start your journey today!

Together, we can create a healthier, brighter future for people with cystic fibrosis.

Ready to get Started? Want more information?

We are excited that you are interested in fundraising for Cystic Fibrosis Australia! To get started:

Read through the Fundraising Toolkit
Set up your fundraising page on Grassrootz
Check out our assets and resources page.
Share with us your fundraising plan by emailing bianca@cfa.org.au
Share, promote and share again!

For more information or if you have any questions, contact us: 02 9889 5171

Current Fundraisers

Melbourne to Sydney for Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic Fibrosis Australia is proud to support Paraic O’Neill, a 27 year old Irish ultra endurance runner now based in Australia, as he takes on an extraordinary 1,200 kilometre journey from Melbourne to Sydney.

For Paraic, this challenge is deeply personal. Nearly six years ago, he lost a lifelong friend to cystic fibrosis. Watching someone he loved fight for every breath stays with you. It is what drives him to keep going, even when it gets tough.

This is not just about distance or endurance. It is about standing with people living with cystic fibrosis, who face a far greater challenge every single day.

Running ultra marathon distances across consecutive days is physically and mentally demanding. Still, Paraic shows up each day, pushing through the highs and the lows to raise awareness and vital funds for the cystic fibrosis community.

Every contribution, no matter the size, helps strengthen our efforts to support research and improve access to treatments for people living with cystic fibrosis. Follow his journey, share his story, and be part of creating meaningful change.

Past Fundraisers

Stronger Every Breath

Lach spent most of his life keeping his CF a secret, embarrassed by the treatments and symptoms that set him apart from everyone else. It was always a struggle in his younger years keeping up with the rest as he played AFL and to hold the fitness to sustain a game/training was challenging enough let alone copping a common cold. It was like being sent back to square one.

Now, at 27, he is taking on a Half Ironman (2km Swim, 90km Bike & 21.1km Run) and aiming to get under 5:30hrs – not just for himself, but to raise money and awareness for cystic fibrosis. His journey from hiding his diagnosis to embracing it openly is a testament to resilience and hope. His goal is to inspire others with CF to push past their limits and believe in what’s possible.

In 2023, Layne Storrier accomplished an extraordinary feat by completing 36 consecutive half Ironmans to raise awareness and funds for Cystic Fibrosis Australia.

Beyond the awe-inspiring nature of his achievement, Layne’s effort underscores the profound impact that Community Fundraising can have on the CF Community, emphasizing that every contribution, regardless of its scale, makes a significant difference.

Kaden’s Epic Backyard Ultra for CF Australia

On September 14, 2024, Kaden took on an extraordinary endurance challenge: the “Backyard Ultra.”

In this grueling event, Kaden ran 6.71km every hour on the hour, pushing his limits to raise awareness and support for the Cystic Fibrosis community.

Thanks to the incredible support from the community, each lap Kaden completed brought him closer to his fundraising goal. After an astounding 36 hours and 36 laps, Kaden raised over $66,000!

We’re beyond grateful to Kaden for his “Meaningful Miles” and the community that rallied behind him. Your efforts make a real difference in the lives of those living with CF. Thank you, Kaden!