Our First Flash Mob! May 1, 2011

For those of you new to our website, you may not have heard about our incredible flash mob!  On May 1, 2011 we surprised a large audience at the Santa Monica Place Mall with an original dance choreographed by Lisa Gumenick of The Pretenders Dance Studio.

We had been rehearsing for weeks and were super excited to do this!  It was our first major event as a foundation…we really did it to get ourselves on the map and to spread awareness about cystic fibrosis.

With the help of our sponsors, Flash Mob America, NorthStar Moving Corporation, The Pretenders Dance Studio and My Location Scouts we had a great turnout and were able to raise over $24,000 to help us help others living with this disease.

What a kick in the pants!  If you’ve never done a flash mob before – FIND ONE AND DO IT!!  You won’t regret it!

Here is our video of the event:  Claire’s Place Foundation Flash Mob – May 1, 2011

CF Doesn’t Have to Stop You!

Here’s a fun summer update from Claire.  In her video below she talks about adjusting your expectations of your self based on your particular situation.  For her, learning to sail was a dream that she never thought she could attain due to her cystic fibrosis..this summer, we met with South Bay Sailing in Hermosa Beach, CA and they were willing to work with us and our particular situation.  Claire has been in sailing camp for a little over a week and is thoroughly enjoying it.  Living life to the fullest!

Summer Fun Update Video

The Wait is Over ~ The Power of Two Documentary is Available

Hi everyone ~

This is so exciting!  We were introduced to Ana and Isa Stenzel a few years ago when lung transplant became an option for me.   They even took the time to have a few phone calls with me when I was going through the evaluation process and was so afraid.

They are identical twins with cystic fibrosis who have both received double lung transplants and have gone on to spread awareness all over the world about transplantation and the miracle of life. The documentary they created tells their story pre and post transplant and all the ups and downs that go along with that. They also travel the world sharing their amazing story and supporting others.

If you live with cystic fibrosis, there is a chance that a discussion about lung transplant may come up at some point.

You don’t want to miss this beautiful, touching story of twin triumph!

Please watch and spread the word – they are two of my heroes!

Lots of love,

Claire

Experience the Power of Two Movie Site

 

Everyday Health Heroes Episode

Hi everyone ~

Several months ago, we were lucky enough to meet Ethan Zohn and Jenna Morasca from Everyday Health TV.  They came out to Calabasas and helped us organize another flash mob for Claire’s Place Foundation and raising awareness for cystic fibrosis.

If you missed the show on air, you can watch it here:  Episode – Claire’s Place Foundation

We had such a great time working with them and fell in love with Ethan and Jenna.  We hear Ethan is battling yet another phase of cancer.  Our hearts and prayers are with him!

They came back again in February to film our Day at the Beach Fundraiser.  We will get that episode up as soon as possible for those of you interested.

As always, thank you for your love and support!  We are working so hard to keep our foundation up and running,…we are committed and excited to help other families living with cystic fibrosis.

Our foundation and the services we hope to provide are only made possible by your generous donations.  Please keep us in mind and spread the word!

Lots of love,

Melissa and Claire

Actress Patricia Hastie Supports Claire’s Place Foundation

Patricia Hastie and Claire Wineland

Patricia Hastie, our new BFF, plays George Clooney’s wife in the Academy Award winning movie The Descendants.  To prepare for her role, she actually researched video and photo footage of people that had actually been in a coma and WOW, she did such a great job!  When researching for this role, she was introduced to Claire’s story and was moved by her experience.

Recently, we had the great opportunity of meeting her and making this beautiful video.  You can really see her heart shining through as she makes a plea for support!

Thank you Patricia for your generous and loving spirit ~

Melissa and Claire

Youtube Video: Patricia Hastie Supports Claire\’s Place Foundation

We will be on Everyday Health TV on Saturday, April 28th

Hi everyone ~

Some of you may remember that  Everyday Health TV did a show on our foundation featuring a flash mob with Ethan Zohn!  Well, they are running another brief follow up episode on us due to air this Saturday, April 28th on your local ABC station!  Click here to see a preview of the episode that will feature 3 Health Heroes including Claire Wineland.  Watch Everyday Health TV

Please check you guide or if you are in the Los Angeles area, tune in to KABC at 11:00am for Everday Health Heroes!

As always, thanks so much for you continued support!

Love,

Melissa and Claire

 

Claire’s Place Foundation Custom Bracelets

The Claire’s Place Foundation bracelets are BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Video – Joe Manganiello Shows His Support

True Blood actor, Joe Manganiello showing his support by wearing his CPF bracelet

These beautiful bracelets were designed by Pura Vida Bracelet company just for us!! Please visit our Paypal Site to purchase these one of a kind bracelets and show your support for those living with cystic fibrosis.  They are only $5.00/ea plus shipping.

Your donation will be put to work developing our programs for 2012!

 

Thank you so much for your support!

 

Tadasana Event ~ Earth Day Weekend in Santa Monica, CA

What an honor to be asked to participate in the upcoming Tadasana Positively Positive Hour on Sunday, April 22nd at 2pm!

What is Tadasana?

  • 60 World Class Yoga Teachers
  • 32 Incredible Music Acts performing in yoga classes and at night
  • 40 Amazing Speakers in The Daily Love Lounge
  • An Eco-Village featuring 70 Booths
  • Top Artists, Organic Food Court, the Santa Monica Beach + Unparalleled Fun

The Tadasana Festival of Yoga & Music is a three-day transformative experience in Santa Monica, CA, to be held over Earth Day Weekend, April 20-22, 2012. Attendees will be able to choose from 60 master teachers offering 75+ classes and workshops with live, in-class musical performances by artists from around the world, as well as dozens of lectures and an eco-conscious shopping market in an outstanding location, a mere five-minute walk from the famed Santa Monica Pier.

The Tadasana Village, located at the edge of the beach facing the Pacific Ocean, will feature five themed yoga tents, The Daily Love Lounge Lecture Dome, artwork, chill zones, an organic food court, 60+ booths of eco-goodness and so much more!

Tadasana will treat attendees to an outstanding community experience, featuring world class yoga and one-of-a-kind musical events, in a city that has become the epicenter of yoga in America. A typical day begins around 8 am with beach strolls, smoothies, organic food and of course, yoga. Morning meditations will be on tap for early risers. Throughout the day, attendees choose from a variety of classes, workshops and lectures. In addition to practicing yoga, the Tadasana Village will offer an awesome place for people to connect, shop, eat and hang.

Why is Tadasana?

Yoga supports your ability to be awesome.

Music makes the impossible possible.

Community makes everything worthwhile.

Tadasana is a transformational festival uniting yoga,  music and community. It is a celebration of the possible. The weekend will bring together like-minded practitioners and seekers through the practice of yoga. On a communal level, the connections that will be forged will last a lifetime.  Tadasana exists to connect us with our highest potential.

Stand Together at Tadasana and help transform your life on this planet, influencing and inspiring others to do the same in the creation of a more unified world.

 

Thank You!

What a great show of support, love and community today at our Day at the Beach Fundraiser! A few clouds in the morning didn’t dampen the spirit…thank you everyone who showed up and for all of you who made donations but couldn’t attend. Thank you Jeff Blair for doing this amazing event! We had a great time, raised some awareness for cystic fibrosis and made lots of progress towards our goals for 2012. We hope to start posting about the families we are helping ASAP!! Stay tuned…

~ Claire