Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Circle of Hope

Circle of Hope is an innovative initiative of the Nashville Cystic Fibrosis Foundation designed to generate awareness, while raising research dollars for this life threatening genetic disease. Through this program young professionals and community volunteers have an opportunity to learn about cystic fibrosis, as well as interact one on one with CF families to begin to understand just how this disease affects its patients and those around them.

From February through April participants attend four educational seminars designed to foster individual growth, to promote volunteerism, and to encourage leadership roles in the community. Circle of Hope provides a natural forum for collaboration and networking. Ultimately the program is designed to nurture and develop ambassadors in the fight against cystic fibrosis. Distinguished community leaders, philanthropists, and medical experts in the field of cystic fibrosis (CF) are invited to ‘create hope for the future’ by sharing their unique story with participants. These programs are noted for their diversity of speakers and educational content.

Speakers:

Feb. 10	Community: Teresa Bolton, Jeanne Marchetti, and Karen Stevens, Circle of Hope Chairs Dane’s Train Julie Moran, CF Friend
March 3	Medical: Dr. Bonnie Slovis, Associate Professor of Medicine, Pulmonologist, Vanderbilt University Medical Center Community: Karl Dean, Nashville Mayor
March 24	Medical: Marissa Benchea or Rachel Bunn, CF Patient Community: TBA
April 14	Medical: Dr. Elizabeth Perkett, Director of Cystic Fibrosis Care Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt Community: Trevor Mikula, Artist
July 31	Wine and Swine Party at Belle Meade Mansion More details later!