by Monica Dao

The Piper’s Angels Foundation began with a father’s love and a daughter’s courage. When Travis Suit’s young daughter, Piper, was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF), a genetic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system, he turned heartbreak into hope. What started as a family’s mission to help one child became a movement supporting thousands of families across the world.

A Mission of Compassion and Action
Founded in Jupiter, Florida, the Piper’s Angels Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of those living with cystic fibrosis through programs that provide financial, emotional, and community support. Their goal is simple yet profound: to inspire every breath.

CF can bring daily physical and emotional challenges, often paired with financial strain. PAF addresses these realities through a holistic network of care that uplifts families and fosters connection.

Programs That Make a Difference
Piper’s Angels Foundation has created impactful initiatives that support individuals and families in practical and inspiring ways:

• Urgent Financial Assistance: Provides immediate help to CF families for medical bills, living expenses, and transplant-related costs.
• Forever Stoke Scholarships: Encourages individuals with CF to enjoy the healing power of the ocean through water-based activities like surfing and paddleboarding.
• Unmasking Mindfulness: An eight-week program promoting mental wellness and stress relief.
• Peer-to-Peer Mentorship: Connects members of the CF community for shared understanding and guidance.
• Angels Abroad: Expands cystic fibrosis awareness and resources globally, supporting underserved regions.

Each initiative reflects the foundation’s belief that healing extends beyond medicine — it’s about community, compassion, and courage.

How to Help Raise Cystic Fibrosis Awareness
The success of Piper’s Angels Foundation depends on the generosity of people who believe in its mission. Anyone can make a difference by:

• Donating: Every contribution directly supports programs that ease the burden on CF families.
• Volunteering: Help with events, advocacy, or outreach.
• Sharing Stories: Personal experiences raise awareness and reduce isolation within the CF community.
• Attending Events: Participate in galas and fundraisers that fuel the foundation’s vital work.

Even small actions — a donation, a post, or a conversation — can inspire change.

The 2025 Piper’s Angels Gala
A highlight of the year is the Piper’s Angels Foundation Gala, a celebration of hope and resilience. The Third Annual Gala will be held on December 6th, 2025, at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Guests will enjoy live entertainment, inspiring stories, and an auction benefiting the foundation’s programs.

Tickets, sponsorships, and donation opportunities are available at www.pipersangels.org/gala.

Every Breath Matters
From one family’s journey to a global network of support, the Piper’s Angels Foundation continues to bring light, strength, and love to the cystic fibrosis community. By raising cystic fibrosis awareness, providing direct aid, and building meaningful connections, Piper’s Angels ensures that every family facing CF has reason to hope.

To learn more, donate, or get involved, visit pipersangels.org — because every breath is worth fighting for.