Aleisha Stas

I am completely humbled and honored to say that I was one of the top fundraisers for Pittsburgh’s 50 Finest Class of 2026, raising $62,562 for the @cf_foundation!

Even more humbling, this accomplishment places me among the TOP 10 highest-fundraising honorees in the 31-year history of Pittsburgh’s 50 Finest! Together, our incredible class raised $622,783 toward finding a cure for cystic fibrosis.

When I began this journey, I didn’t have a personal connection to anyone living with cystic fibrosis. Today, I do. I’ve had the privilege of meeting and becoming friends with some truly extraordinary people whose lives are directly impacted by this disease.

People like my fellow Deloitte colleague, Peter Hodge, who has two daughters living with cystic fibrosis. Thanks to incredible advancements in research and treatment, his family is now preparing to welcome their first grandchild — something he once never thought would be possible.

And my sweet friend @willig_sydney, who graciously shared her story at our @1846farms party. Getting to know her and so many others in the CF community has given this mission an entirely new meaning.

Because behind every dollar raised is a person, a family, a story, and hope for a future that once seemed impossible.

What began as a fundraising commitment became something so much greater. It became friendships, perspective, purpose, and a powerful reminder of just how much good we can accomplish when we come together. To every single person who donated, purchased a @lukebryan x @1846farms T-shirt, shared a post, spread the word, or simply encouraged me along the way — THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART. I am forever grateful for this experience, the people it brought into my life, and the opportunity to play even a small part in helping create a future where every person living with cystic fibrosis has the chance to live a long, healthy, and fulfilling life.

Here’s to continuing to do good, giving back, and one day making CF stand for Cure Found. 💙