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Why Your Support Matters More Than Ever
For over fifty years, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation has addressed the unique needs of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) community. Our mission is to ensure that every IBD patient has the opportunity to achieve remission as we work urgently toward cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
Now more than ever, your support is essential. Amidst proposed federal cuts to research funding, there is a very real concern that the progress we’ve made and the future breakthroughs we need are at risk. These funding threats jeopardize ongoing studies and slow the pace of innovation at a time when we’re on the brink of potentially life-changing discoveries. Philanthropic support is no longer just important, it’s critical.
We’re Fighting for Every Patient
We unite patients and caregivers in the fight against Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. We believe in the power of community and in the promise of research, education, support, and advocacy to transform the future of IBD care. Together, we can ensure that no one walks this journey alone and that scientific momentum continues to accelerate, not stall.
Increasing Awareness
IBD remains misunderstood, even among healthcare providers. Earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment depends on increased disease awareness. That’s why the Foundation invests in nationwide public education campaigns, including high-profile awareness events, and public service announcements across media channels. By breaking stigma and promoting understanding, we help lift the emotional burden that too many patients carry in silence.
Advancing Patient-Centered Research
Our research is powered by the people it’s meant to serve. IBD patients and caregivers directly shape our grant-making priorities, review active studies, and contribute valuable clinical data and biosamples. Tens of thousands of participants are already fueling a research pipeline that brings us closer to new treatments and ultimately, cures. But this progress is fragile. With government research funding in jeopardy, our community’s investment has never been more vital.
Providing Life-Changing Support
We provide compassionate, comprehensive support nationwide. From in-person support groups in North Texas to online communities, forums, and one-on-one mentorship programs, we ensure that patients and caregivers have access to the resources and connections they need to navigate the everyday realities of IBD.
Empowering Kids Through Camp Oasis
Camp Oasis is a lifeline for children and teens living with IBD. As the only program of its kind, it offers young patients a place to be understood, to laugh freely, and to connect with peers facing similar challenges. In June, we welcomed 86 campers to our Texas Camp Oasis at Camp for All in Burton—a 20% increase over last year. For many of these kids, it was their first time feeling truly seen and supported.