Thank You From Shifra Kurtz, Social Worker

June 3, 2005

To Whom it May Concern,

In my capacity as a social worker for Cystic Fibrosis patients and their families, I am quite familiar with their financial and emotional concerns. They carry a heavy financial burden due to the regimented therapy of a CF patient. The treatments include, medications, vitamins, inhalations, daily physiotherapy, sport activities, and frequent clinic visits. I have worked with Joe Shapiro and his organization, Concerned Friends of Cystic Fibrosis (CFCF), for many years. I can attest to his integrity and deep commitment in raising funds for this worthy cause. The money is channeled directly to the families based on my professional recommendations, thus enabling the patients and families to obtain the most appropriate and effective treatment possible.

Sincerely,

Shifra Kurz, MSW