Become a leader in the CF community
Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s Leadership Circle celebrates an extraordinary community of philanthropic leaders who are impacting the lives of thousands of Canadians living with cystic fibrosis.
Join the Leadership Circle
As part of a unique community of donors pushing for lives without limits, our Leadership Circle members are helping to:
- Fund Canadian scientists who mapped the cystic fibrosis gene.
- Extend the lifespan of children diagnosed with cystic fibrosis.
- Contribute to the discovery of the newest life-changing medications.
Cystic Fibrosis Canada's Leadership Circle is a community of dedicated philanthropists who are helping change the cystic fibrosis story. By joining The Leadership Circle, you can become a champion for our life-changing work. We're here to answer your questions at leadershipgiving@cysticfibrosis.ca.
Read more about our Leadership Circle Donate today to become a CF leader!Meet our Leadership Circle donorsWays to make a leadership gift
A word from Kelly
“Your leadership gift allows us to create real change with and for those living with cystic fibrosis. Whether it is getting equitable access to treatments across the country, driving care for today and tomorrow, creating connections for people or finding new research solutions— you are helping transform lives. Thanks to your generosity, we can continue to help people in Canada’s CF community live longer, healthier lives, and ensure no one is left behind.”
Kelly Grover
Cystic Fibrosis Canada President & CEO
Let's continue our Momentum
Thoughtful and comprehensive investment in CF research plays a key role in creating the future we know is possible. This can only happen with your support. Momentum, our new approach to research, unites the passion and needs of the CF community with the passion and talent of the research community.
Learn moreDonor Advised Funds
Donor Advised Funds (DAF) are for individuals at every stage of their charitable giving journey—whether you’re just getting started in philanthropy, looking to expand your giving, or creating a legacy gift. Through a donor advised fund you can make a charitable contribution today, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants from a fund over time.
What’s the advantage of donating through a donor advised fund?
- A DAF allows you to direct your donations to charities like Cystic Fibrosis Canada, now and in the future.
- DAFs are flexible, cost-effective, and hands-on.
- Enjoy immediate tax benefits while deciding later where to distribute your funds.
- Simplify your giving by consolidating your charitable gifts, including large non-cash assets.
- Include your family in charitable decision making.
- Leave a legacy by include your DAF in your estate planning.
How do I set up a donor-advised fund?
In Canada, DAFs are held by public foundations, which are registered charities. Each foundation has a different mission, policies and expertise. We recommend speaking to your financial advisor about which donor-advised fund might be right for you. Once you have set up your DAF, let us know so we can thank you for your generosity.
Leaving a Legacy through your DAF
The final distribution of contributions remaining in your DAF after your lifetime can be designated when you create or update your fund. We would like to recognize you for your generosity and ensure that your gift is used as you intend, so please inform us should you update or change your end-of-life gift to include CF Canada.
We’d love to hear from you. Please connect with us at legacygiving@cysticfibrosis.ca to discuss how we can help you fulfill your legacy.
We are grateful and privileged to be working with a community of philanthropic donors.
Read our Impact Report
Meet our Leadership Circle
We extend our heartfelt thanks to donors in Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s Leadership Giving Circle—individual philanthropists and charitable foundations whose exceptional generosity and vision have been instrumental in driving our work forward. These dedicated supporters lead with compassion and a deep belief in the power of positive change for the cystic fibrosis community. Their significant contributions go far beyond financial support; they are partners in our mission, offering insight, vital resources, and unwavering encouragement. Through their leadership, we are empowered to go further in advancing treatment and care, and dream bigger for our community. Their impact is profound, and we are honored to recognize their enduring commitment to making a difference.
Leadership Donors
Arrell Family Foundation
The John & Ellie Voortman Charitable Foundation
Clint and Nancy Griffin
Sandra Tapper
Walmart Canada
Ronald Black
Jacqueline and Walter Voortman
Bayshore Foundation for Empowered Living
Sarah Gordon Sutherland Memorial Fund
John and Marlene Mason
The Charles H. Ivey Foundation
Françoys Levert
Sandy Gray
Banque Nationale Du Canada
Cougs Investments Ltd
JB Schultz Family Foundation
Whitecap Resources Inc
Louise Redekop
Anthony Quinn
Richard and Charlene Klassen
Ross Hopkins
Leona and Max Pinsky
Isaac and Judy Thau
Scott Doherty
The Louis & Harold Price Foundation
Éric Voyer
Valerie Archer
Owen and Elizabeth Bell-Santilly
Vincent Lee
Enterprise Mobility Foundation
W. Fay Versteegh Charitable Fund
Ron and Kim Anderson
Dori-Ann and George Stubos
Scott Johnson
Eleanor Carpen
Charles and Grace Thomson Designated Fund
Lynn Laird
Betty McIlroy
Dr Patrick McDonald
ES Fox Limited
Fondation Bergeron-Jetté
Lembit and Karen Janes
Les Placements Al-Vi Inc.
Mary Sanagan and Aaron Mittler
Nadir Electric Ltd.
Power Corporation of Canada
Canada Life
Reginald and Julie Smith
Van Allen Insurance Inc.
Shane Griffin
Mike Farwell and Jennifer Peacock
Laurie and Patrick Scissons
RBC
George Macri
Bob and Joan Lidington
Amielle Lake
Belron Canada
Leon’s Furniture Limited
Trademan Family Foundation
William Bressmer
Marr Family Charitable Account
Gerald and Rita Schaefer
Drake Family Trust
Charles Sirois
FYidoctors / Visique Enhancing Life Foundation Flow Through Fund at Calgary Foundation
Lynda Hedican and David Dutcyvich
Canadian Appliance Recycling Enterprise (CARE)
Rod and Gretchen Ziegler
Roland Laird
Doris L. Bruder Charitable Fund
Christiane Aupry
Burgundy Legacy Foundation
William Bamber
Brayden Irwin
David Watson
Brad and Nancy Kotush
Barbara Hill and Mike Canzoneri
Adele Rempel
Susan Dudar
Eric Roussel
Keri Johnston and Darin Renton
Frances Ostry
Claire Lalonde
Andrew and Marina Davies
Kimberley Camboia and Jordan Oxby
Gregory and Karen Fries
Jim and Bonnie Schultz
John Dungey
Maxime Laliberté
Douglas Miehm
Lyle Kerr
Karen and Greg Fleck
Daniel Lalonde
Pan-Oyler Foundation
Norah and William Marr
Amy and Bart Corbett
Butler Mortgage Inc
Congrégation des Soeurs Maristes (maison mère)
David Sawrey and Debra Carmont
Dominique Toupin
Eliane B Perreault
Eric T. Webster Foundation
Fondation Famille Bertrand
Fondation Famille Vachon
High River District Health Care Foundation
Horn Family Fund
Jean and Cynthia Scott Aucoin
Jim and Marilyn Blair
Jim Decksheimer
Leslie Raenden
Ocean Ridge Fisheries Limited
Robert and Carolyn Sankey
Ryan Black
Sean Murphy
Miles Nagamatsu
Spesinvest Inc.
The Longevity Company of Canada Inc.
The Stephen and Barbara Allatt Foundation
Timothy R. Kramer
Todd and Sharon Kelly
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