In May, we celebrate, remember and support people living with Cystic Fibrosis.

Our Story

CF Together, formerly Cystic Fibrosis Community Care, is a national organisation dedicated to advancing progress for people living with cystic fibrosis. We are dedicated to improving the lives of people living with CF, advancing CF care and ultimately finding a cure.

For more information please visit our website www.cftogether.org.au

The story behind 65 Roses

The 65 Roses theme for our National Day of Awareness started in 1965.

Mary Weiss, a volunteer for Cystic Fibrosis US foundation, had three little boys with cystic fibrosis. In 1965, her role was to call organisations to seek financial support for cystic fibrosis research.

Mary’s young son Richard listened closely to his mother as she made each call.
After several calls he came into the room and told his Mum “I know what you are working for”.

Mary was shocked as four-year-old Richard did not yet know that he had cystic fibrosis.

With some apprehension, Mary asked Richard. “What am I working for Richard?”.
“You are working for 65 roses” he answered.

Mary was speechless. “Yes Richard, I’m working for 65 Roses”

Find out more about CF Month here.