Important Dates
National Awareness Week
› August 4th - 10th
Look out for collectors in your are.
Winter Caeli (Scottish Ball)
› August 23rd
Intercontinental Hotel Wellington.
Reuters Charity Golf Classic
› September 27/ 28
Wairakei Resort, Taupo.
Crusaders Charity Cricket Match
› December 7th
Hagley Oval Christchurch.
Emma's Walk for a Cure
› November 1st - January 9th
Support Emma Daken as she walks the length of NZ for CF Research!
Welcome to the
Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand website
Take some time to navigate around our information pages. If you have an interest in CF-related matters, why not sign up for our newsletter or post a question on our message board.
The Cystic Fibrosis Association is an incorporated society providing membership for regional groups, businesses and individuals who wish to work together in support of people with cystic fibrosis and their families. There are branches in most regions to provide local support. |
» Our Goal
The goal of the Association is to ensure increased life expectancy for people with cystic fibrosis and improved quality of life for them and their families; and through research to achieve better control and ultimate cure for the illness. Currently there are funds available for CF Research; applications should be made through Child Health Research (Cure Kids). An application form is available online at www.childhealth.org.nz
» Our Activities
The Cystic Fibrosis Association's activities include:
- Providing an information service about CF, publishing brochures and other printed material.
- Promoting public awareness of CF.
- Providing support for people with CF and their families,e.g. conference travel grants, welfare assistance.
- Providing educational opportunities for people with CF, e.g. tertiary study grants and scholarships , and achievers awards .
- Communication and co-ordination through newsletters and conferences.
- Providing a voice to Government and agencies on behalf of the CF community.
- Encouragement and funding for CF research.
» Your Support
The Cystic Fibrosis Association needs your help to conduct its vital family support, education, information
and research services .
Options include:
- A personal donation or business sponsorship
- Approaching your local service club, community group, workplace or other organisation to donate urgently needed funds
- Leaving a legacy or bequest in your will.
- Volunteering for fundraising or other activities.
