After years away from the workforce due to cystic fibrosis, Cesar was ready to explore new possibilities. Through Claire's Place Foundation's Work Proudly Program, he discovered career paths he hadn't considered, gained valuable guidance, and found renewed confidence in building a future that works with his health needs.

This season of giving, we're celebrating Jacqueline, a grandmother living with cystic fibrosis who also helps care for her grandson with CF. Despite her own challenges, she makes handmade teddy bears to comfort children in need. When a recent hospitalization left her struggling financially, Claire's Place Foundation was able to return a little of the kindness she's shared with so many others.

When her son Alexander was hospitalized with cystic fibrosis complications, single mother Marcela faced lost income and mounting expenses. An Extended Hospital Stay Grant helped ease the financial burden so she could focus on being by his side.

When the financial demands of caring for their son with cystic fibrosis became overwhelming, an Extended Hospital Stay Grant helped Isaiah's family keep a roof over their heads and focus on what matters most.

When intensive CF treatments put Gemma at risk of losing her home, an Extended Hospital Stay Grant from Claire's Place Foundation gave her the financial relief and peace of mind she needed to focus on healing.

Meet Denise Bitler, a career strategist whose expertise and personal connection to CF are making a difference through Work Proudly.

With determination, support and a clear goal ahead, Work Proudly graduate Jessika earned her GED and took an important step toward building the future she wants for herself and her children.

Born at just 31 weeks, little Jerimaya has already spent far too much of his young life in the hospital. See how Claire’s Place helped his family when they needed it most.

When Work Proudly participants need encouragement, preparation, and someone who believes in their potential, volunteers like Ira Disman step up. Learn how his expertise and generosity helped one participant make a successful career transition.

Through career coaching, self-discovery, and personalized support, Alex transformed uncertainty into momentum, finding the confidence to pursue new opportunities, entrepreneurial goals, and a future filled with possibility.

CF advocate and mental health counselor Samantha “Sammi” Marino, LPC-A shares a deeply personal look at the connection between cystic fibrosis and mental health, and why support beyond the clinic matters.

There are moments when everything feels fragile.

For Bianca’s family, that moment came all at once.

“This support has been such a profound blessing to me during an incredibly difficult time,” he shared. “I am truly overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity.” ~ Matt

“Sometimes the difference between stagnation and a life aligned with your values is just a shove in the right direction.” ~ Kyla Duffy

People ask me often how I keep going, how I stay hopeful, how I still show up for the cystic fibrosis community after everything our family has been through.

It was not until I began working with the Extended Hospital Stay program that I realized how costly CF can be financially for individuals and their families.

Behind every grant is a real family trying to stay afloat through the challenges of cystic fibrosis. Elisabeth’s story is a powerful reminder of why this program matters. Read more about her journey.

“We could take a moment of breath for ourselves.” ~ Amy, mother of Azaylee shares about her experience with our Extended Hospital Stay Grant and the impact it had on her family.