Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter

Get Involved

Check out some of the ways to get involved with the Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation below. We hold a variety of events to raise funds and awareness for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as educational programs and resources to provide up-to-date information about IBD.

Follow us on Social Media!

We are on Instagram, Facebook, and X.

Volunteer

The Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter is always looking for volunteers including:

• Event day volunteers for TopGolf Fore a Cure, the Take Steps Walk, and Evening of Hope Gala
• Event committee members for the above events
• Remote volunteers who can assist staff with projects

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at [email protected] or (651) 917-2424.

Share Your Story!

We love to feature our Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis patients on our Facebook page! Sharing your story not only raises awareness for inflammatory bowel diseases, but also builds a sense of community among those dealing with IBD. If you're comfortable sharing about your IBD journey, please fill out this online form. 

Young Professionals Network

Become a Young Professional Ambassador! Our Young Professional Network unites Twin Cities young adults ages 21-45 through a mix of activities that focus on social networking, professional development, increasing awareness of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and supporting the Foundation. Questions? Contact [email protected] for more information! To become a Young Professional Ambassador and get updates on all happenings and opportunities, sign up for our mailing list here!

Be an Advocate

Advocacy is a major component of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation’s mission. Our advocates are not only patients, but family members, friends, caregivers, and doctors who want to make their voices heard and see a future free from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Start making a difference today by joining the Advocacy Network and Take Action now!

Here's how you can take action today:  

• Sign up for the Advocacy Network
• Contact your legislators
• Read our Advocacy Toolkit and learn how to be an advocate

 Workplace Giving

Choosing the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation as the recipient of your workplace giving campaign is one very important way you can help find a cure for digestive disease. The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is a member of Community Health Charities (CHC). 

Friends of the Foundation

Our Friends of the Foundation are companies who significantly invest in the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation - Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter as a Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver, or Bronze level partner. The Friends of the Foundation program is an exclusive tier for corporate leaders who envision a world beyond IBD and support the Foundation across multiple chapters programs and events to provide the vital, year-round stability needed to fund groundbreaking research and local patient support programs.  As a regional cornerstone, their investment doesn't just sponsor an event—it sustains a movement locally and nationwide.

If you are interested in becoming a Friend of the Foundation to advance the Foundation's mission and expand your brand’s footprint through curated impressions and streamlined marketing activations tailored to your goals, contact Tovah at [email protected].