Making a Difference While Having Fun
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cures for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and improving the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases. The Foundation serves patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals through education, support, advocacy programs and groundbreaking research. With 38 chapters nationwide, their mission doesn't stop there!
Camp Oasis
This week-long, co-ed summer camp for kids living with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) can be a life-changing experience for all involved. Campers try all kinds of sports and activities, making friends who truly understand what they're going through and the challenges of managing IBD. Campers also gain confidence and acceptance. They are supported 24/7 by a team of volunteer physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Many of the counselors also live with IBD and become valuable role models. Camps are nationwide!
Find one nearest to you.
Take Steps
Take Steps participants walk in their local communities to raise funds for the Foundation's mission-critical programs. Patients and their families and friends can connect with others who are familiar with the ups and downs that come with having IBD. The day is filled with live music, food, kids' activities, and educational materials. You can walk as an individual or gather friends, family, and co-workers to form a team. Walks are nationwide find a walk near you!
Team Challenge
Team Challenge changes lives! Through Team Challenge, you can choose from various endurance events including running, walking, cycling, hiking, or triathlon while helping to find cures for IBD. It's about so much more than the race when you become part of the Team Challenge family, you're supported by coaches, mentors, and friends who understand IBD's impact. You'll receive training plans from experienced coaches; special clinics on nutrition, gear, and more; and a personalized fundraising website as well as support from our staff. Take the challenge!
spin4 crohn's & colitis cures
spin4 crohn's & colitis cures is an indoor cycling relay to find cures for the 1 in 200 Americans living with inflammatory bowel diseases. You and up to three team members reserve a stationary bike and pedal with a purpose during this two-hour, high-energy fundraising event! This #partyonabike is taking place across the country.
Find an event near you!
Camp Oasis
This week-long, co-ed summer camp for kids living with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) can be a life-changing experience for all involved. Campers try all kinds of sports and activities, making friends who truly understand what they're going through and the challenges of managing IBD. Campers also gain confidence and acceptance. They are supported 24/7 by a team of volunteer physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Many of the counselors also live with IBD and become valuable role models. Camps are nationwide!
Find one nearest to you.
Take Steps
Take Steps participants walk in their local communities to raise funds for the Foundation's mission-critical programs. Patients and their families and friends can connect with others who are familiar with the ups and downs that come with having IBD. The day is filled with live music, food, kids' activities, and educational materials. You can walk as an individual or gather friends, family, and co-workers to form a team. Walks are nationwide find a walk near you!
Team Challenge
Team Challenge changes lives! Through Team Challenge, you can choose from various endurance events including running, walking, cycling, hiking, or triathlon while helping to find cures for IBD. It's about so much more than the race when you become part of the Team Challenge family, you're supported by coaches, mentors, and friends who understand IBD's impact. You'll receive training plans from experienced coaches; special clinics on nutrition, gear, and more; and a personalized fundraising website as well as support from our staff. Take the challenge!
spin4 crohn's & colitis cures
spin4 crohn's & colitis cures is an indoor cycling relay to find cures for the 1 in 200 Americans living with inflammatory bowel diseases. You and up to three team members reserve a stationary bike and pedal with a purpose during this two-hour, high-energy fundraising event! This #partyonabike is taking place across the country.
Find an event near you!
IBD Resource Center
The Irwin M. and Suzanne R. Rosenthal IBD Resource Center (IBD Help Center) is a free service for people with IBD provided by the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. Contact the IBD Help Center to learn about managing Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, available treatment options, and coping strategies. You can also request free printed brochures and fact sheets. The IBD Help Center is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST through toll-free phone: 888.694.8872, e-mail: info@crohnscolitisfoundation.org, or online live chat: crohnscolitisfoundation.org.
