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Grant for Families

Fly Me to the Moon

Fly Me to the Moon is a grant that helps families and individuals affected by chronic illness, such as cystic fibrosis, access the 5-star medical care they need. Whether itโ€™s medical equipment, home health, or adjunct therapy, we’re here to help make dreams a reality.

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Fly Me to the Moon Grant

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Support our mission of providing life-changing care and equipment to youth with chronic illnesses

Oct 17
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

7th Annual LMFF Chalk Walk!

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Give the gift of a brighter present

Donations are always open to help improve the quality of life for young people with chronic illnesses. See the direct impact of your contributions as children and young adults gain access to transformative treatments and resources.

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Women in Science

Each year, we award a $5,000 scholarship to a graduating senior at Notre Dame Preparatory School who is entering college studies in science, medicine, nursing, or scientific research.

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Another LMFF Mission accomplished! The latest Fly Another LMFF Mission accomplished! The latest Fly Me To The Moon grant has officially launched! ๐Ÿš€๐ŸŒ•

Our LMFF Advisory Council is honored to have awarded medically necessary therapy to a 4-year-old grant recipient from Georgia living with a chronic illness, helping advance her quality of life and giving her family a little more freedom to simply enjoy being together.

At the family's request, we're keeping her story private, but they wanted to share their heartfelt thanks with all of you:

"Thank you to the LMFF team, our sponsors, our donors, and everyone who follows and supports this mission. Your generosity means more than words can say."

This is exactly why we do what we do. Every grant, every donor, every one of our supporters, you're part of what makes moments like this possible ๐Ÿ’œ

Here's to more launches ahead ๐Ÿ”ญ๐Ÿฆ‹
Why do we paint the pavement with chalk butterflie Why do we paint the pavement with chalk butterflies every year? ๐Ÿฆ‹๐Ÿ’œ

The Chalk Walk isn't just a fun family event. It's one of the most visible ways we bring cystic fibrosis and CF-related illness awareness into the community. Every butterfly drawn on the ground represents a life touched by CF, a message of hope, and a reminder that no one should have to wait for wings to fly.

This year marks our 7th Annual Chalk Walk, and every single one has been a testament to what community can do when it shows up for each other.

๐Ÿ“… October 17 | 10AMโ€“4PM
๐Ÿ“ Hunt Valley Towne Centre, Center of Main Loop
๐ŸŒง๏ธ Rain Date: October 18

Come paint the pavement with purpose this October ๐Ÿ’œ The more butterflies we draw, the more support and donations we receive.
Say hello to the Butterfly Catcher ๐Ÿฆ‹ This is one o Say hello to the Butterfly Catcher ๐Ÿฆ‹ This is one of the brand new childrenโ€™s activities at this year's Chalk Walk and we are SO excited to debut it!

Little ones will get to toss butterflies into the catcher and see how many they can land. How adorable (and fun!) is that?!

Bring the whole family and let the kids play their way through a day made for community, color, and connection ๐Ÿ’œ

๐Ÿ“… October 17 | 10AMโ€“4PM
๐Ÿ“ Hunt Valley Towne Centre, Center of Main Loop
๐ŸŒง๏ธ Rain Date: October 18

See you on the pavement! ๐ŸŽจ
Ground Control to Mission Teamโ€ฆ we have a new laun Ground Control to Mission Teamโ€ฆ we have a new launch on the horizon! ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ“ก 

A brand new Fly Me To The Moon grant recipient is fuelling up for takeoff and we cannot wait to share where this next mission is headed ๐Ÿš€๐ŸŒ•

From navigating life with cystic fibrosis to chasing their biggest dreams, this incredible young person is about to get the boost they need to fly higher than ever ๐Ÿ’ซ

Stay tuned, mission control. The countdown has officially begun.

Keep watching this space for the official launch date! ๐Ÿ”ญ๐Ÿฆ‹

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The Lea Marie Faraone Foundation is a 501c(3) providing life changing opportunities to children and young adults fighting chronic illness so they may live as if they are illness-free.


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