Running with Danny

Running with Danny Keeping Danny's memory and legacy alive by raising Awareness and Funds to find the Cure for Cystic Fibrosis and supporting other children's charities.

Running with Danny, Inc. was founded in January 2012, but the story begins way before that…. Danny Quesada was born with Cystic Fibrosis (cf) on November 4, 2000. Cystic fibrosis (cf) is a genetic disease affecting the lungs and digestive system. The disease causes abnormally thick mucus, which results in frequent life-threatening respiratory infections and continued hospitalizations. The disease

attacks the lungs scarring them with each infection, and the scarring is permanent. There is no reversal of the effects. There is no cure and life expectancy is in the mid to late 30’s. Danny was diagnosed at 13 months old and immediately our family began to work with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to raise funds and awareness towards a cure. In the third grade, Danny began to run cross country with his school, in April of 2011, during the Miami Lakes Great Strides walk to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Danny wanted to run the course. We asked the participants, “Who wants to run with Danny?”. On that day, Running with Danny was born. We have used this platform to raise awareness and funds for medical research to find a cure for this disease. We have a strong presence on social media and have held several 5K events. As Danny’s disease progressed, the need for a Double Lung transplant became evident. In March of 2019, Danny was listed for the transplant, while on the list, waiting for lungs, he developed pneumonia and was admitted into the hospital in late August. Danny passed away on September 25th from the complications of the pneumonia and cf. In memory of Danny and to continue His Legacy, we will continue the fight we started to end this horrific disease. We will also be working to change the way patients with cystic fibrosis are listed for transplant, as well as promote organ donations.

All of you have always supported us throughout the years and have come up BIG when we’ve been in need. We are calling ...
07/18/2026

All of you have always supported us throughout the years and have come up BIG when we’ve been in need. We are calling on you once again to make an impact in someone’s life……….Meet Adam, he is a 17 year old CF fighter. He is currently in the hospital battling multiple lung infections with IV antibiotics. His mother Lisette is a single mom and has been battling along Adam all his life. Due to the recent hospital stay where, she hasn’t left Adam’s side, she lost her job. Both her and Adam will need financial help moving forward and no telling what the medical cost will be as the doctors come up with a new regiment to fight these infections. We know this struggle so well. There is a go fund me link in our bio “Donate to Adams cause”. Please be generous and keep this family in your daily prayers. Share the donation link and story in your social media, let’s get the word out!!! Thank you

https://gofund.me/bb9d5915a

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there!!
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there!!

A Blessed Easter to all
04/05/2026

A Blessed Easter to all

Unfortunately, for the second day in a row, a bomb threat has forced Zoo Miami to evacuate and close. We could not set ...
03/14/2026

Unfortunately, for the second day in a row, a bomb threat has forced Zoo Miami to evacuate and close. We could not set up for the walk and do not have confirmation they would allow us access in the morning, thus prompting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to cancel tomorrow’s Great Strides walk. We hope to be able to reschedule. Please share with friends and family that were planning on attending. We thank all of you for your support and contributions and will advise once we can reschedule the event!! Sorry for the short notice. Please share.

Poker tournament benefiting Running with Danny next Tuesday Feb. 17th. Space is limited so if you plan to join us, rese...
02/11/2026

Poker tournament benefiting Running with Danny next Tuesday Feb. 17th. Space is limited so if you plan to join us, reserve your spot now.

pig roast. “Roasting with DQ’s Uncles”
02/07/2026

pig roast. “Roasting with DQ’s Uncles”

It’s that time of year again!! Kicking off our Great Strides 2026 campaign to raise funds for to continue to fund life...
01/12/2026

It’s that time of year again!! Kicking off our Great Strides 2026 campaign to raise funds for to continue to fund life saving medical research in memory of our son Danny.
The event will take place at Zoo Miami on Sunday, March 15th. Check-in will be at 7:00AM and the walk will begin at 8:30AM. Everyone who registers and donates will get a bracelet that will give them access to the zoo for the day. We would love to have you join us for a fun-filled morning at a beautiful location. If you can’t make it, you can help by donating to our team. Every dollar makes a difference and will help us get closer to a cure. Please click on the Great Strides link below to register and donate. If you would like to create your own team, please make sure to register under the National Running with Danny team. Thank you for your continued support!

https://fundraise.cff.org/miamidade2026/RunningwithDanny?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio

Wishing everyone a Merry and Blessed Christmas.
12/25/2025

Wishing everyone a Merry and Blessed Christmas.

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Miami Lakes, FL
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