Uniting to Care & Cure
Since our founding in 1967, the Foundation has played a role in every major breakthrough in IBD research. We have invested more than $500 million into finding the causes, treatments, and cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. And we won’t stop until we realize our vision of a future free from Crohn’s and colitis.
Transforming the Future of IBD
Our mission is to cure Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis while improving the quality of life for people affected by these conditions. To achieve this, the Foundation funds research, provides patient and professional education, offers support services, advocates for better access to care and research funding, and works to improve treatment quality and clinical trial participation.
Driving Progress, Changing Lives
We have played a role in every major IBD research breakthrough while providing trusted education, support, and advocacy for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Explore how our work is advancing research, improving care, and bringing us closer to cures.
Our Roadmap to a Future Free from IBD
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's 2025-2028 Strategic Plan outlines a bold vision for advancing research, improving access to care, supporting patients and caregivers, and accelerating progress toward cures. Guided by patient-centered principles and measurable goals, the plan serves as the Foundation's roadmap for creating lasting impact in the IBD community.
Our Commitment to Transparency
Transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship guide everything we do. From governance and financial management to partnerships and operations, we are committed to conducting our work ethically and effectively. By maintaining high standards and sound business practices, we ensure that resources are managed responsibly and that our efforts remain focused on advancing our mission and maximizing impact.
Partnering to Transform Lives
We collaborate with corporate partners to advance research, expand patient support programs, raise awareness, and drive meaningful progress toward cures for IBD. Through strategic, mission-driven partnerships, organizations help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients and families worldwide.
Connecting the Global IBD Community
Through partnerships with leading IBD organizations around the world, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation helps accelerate research, expand knowledge sharing, and strengthen support for patients and caregivers. Together, we're driving progress on a global scale.
Serving Every Patient in the IBD Community
To fulfill our mission of serving ALL patients in the IBD community, we understand the importance of activating around each element of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Success in these regards is fundamental to achieving our overall mission – finding cures and improving the quality of life for all IBD patients.
How We Invest in Our Mission
From audited financial statements to recognized charity watchdog ratings, we make our financial information accessible so supporters can feel confident in the Foundation's stewardship and commitment to its mission.
Work That Changes Lives
Join a team dedicated to advancing research, supporting patients, and improving the lives of people affected by Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. At the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, your work helps drive meaningful progress toward a future free from IBD.
Our Leadership
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is able to fulfill its mission and continue its battle against Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis because of our dedicated leadership team and inspiring staff members and dedicated board of trustees.
A Look Back at Our Beginning
Since our founding in 1967, the Foundation has played a role in every major breakthrough in IBD research. We have invested more than $500 million into finding the causes, treatments, and cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. And we won’t stop until we realize our vision of a future free from Crohn’s and colitis.
Contact the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
Phone: 800-932-2423
General Email: [email protected]
Media Inquiries: [email protected]
Headquarters mailing address:
Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation
733 Third Ave, Suite 510
New York, NY 10017