Jesus Chavez

Jesus Chavez
Adult with CF
Jesus Chavez smiling with his pregnant wife at their gender reveal party

Jesus is a 37-year-old man who is proud to keep fighting against cystic fibrosis. Although he doesn't qualify for any modulators, he refuses to let that stop him from living life to the fullest. His family keeps him going, and he is deeply grateful for his daughter and his amazing wife, who supports and loves him through sickness and his toughest moments. In his free time, Jesus loves watching and playing baseball and supporting the Southern California chapter with his DJ services. You can connect with him on Instagram.

Blog Posts

A collage of headshots from Steph Hansen, Nick Kelly, Xan Nowakowski, Shelby Luebbert, and Jesus Chavez

For those who don’t benefit from modulators, the fight against CF can feel isolating and uncertain. Five members of our community share how they’ve transformed their personal struggles into purpose — taking action through the REACH study to help shape a better future for everyone living with CF.

Nov. 18, 2025| 9 min read