Our Cause

Since 1955, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has been the driving force behind the pursuit of a cure. Thanks to the dedication and financial backing of our supporters--patients, families and friends, clinicians, researchers, volunteers, individual donors, corporations and staff, we are making a difference.

• Learn more about Testing for Cystic Fibrosis.
• Explore all aspects of Living with CF at every stage of life.
• See what Treatments are available and what’s in development.

The Minnesota Cystic Fibrosis Center at University of MN Children’s Hospital is the only fully accredited cystic fibrosis center in Minnesota, and one of the first accredited by the CF Foundation. It is recognized for excellence and leadership, nationally and internationally in CF care. For 45 years, the MN Cystic Fibrosis Center at the U of M Children’s Hospital has pioneered CF care for patients from around the world.