Please vote for Cystic Fibrosis Trust
Did you know people with cystic fibrosis (CF) can never meet in person due to the risk of passing on potentially deadly infections to each other?
At Jet2 you have the ability to connect people across the world, whether that be family, friends or meeting new people on adventures abroad.
During the pandemic we all experienced how isolating it can be to not be able to meet in person and hug the people who are experiencing the same challenges and emotions as you.
For the cystic fibrosis community this is still a reality.
You can connect young people who feel alone
Your vote would enable us to connect children and young people with cystic fibrosis in a safe online space to share experiences and build a support network with others who understand.
Through this partnership Jet2 would ensure we can run a whole year of our online youth programme of events, workshops, and activities, where young people with CF and their brothers and sisters can make friends, have fun, and learn new skills.
Joining these sessions is often the first time children have spoken to someone else with CF.
Hear from young people with CF about the impact you can make
Hear from Rosie, James and Aiden about why they love the youth programme - and how it's helped them meet other people who can truly understand what it's like to live with CF.
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What is cystic fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-limiting genetic condition affecting more than 10,900 people in the UK. One in 25 of us carries the faulty gene that causes it, usually without knowing.
CF causes a build-up of thick sticky mucus in the lungs, digestive system and other organs, resulting in a wide range of challenging symptoms affecting the entire body.
People with CF have a demanding treatment regime to give them the best chance to live longer, healthier lives. This can involve up to four hours of physio and around 40 tablets a day.
Over the last 60 years developments in research and treatments have drastically improved quality of life and life expectancy for people with CF, but sadly the average age of death last year was still just 38 years old.
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About Cystic Fibrosis Trust
Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the charity uniting people to stop cystic fibrosis (CF). We fund vital research, improve care, speak out and race towards effective treatments for all. We won't stop until everyone with cystic fibrosis can live without limits.