Get Involved with the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation
Join the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation and make a difference. Become a member, donate, volunteer, fundraise, or advocate to help improve the lives of people living with IBD.
How will you make a difference?
Your voice can make a difference
Advocates drive policy change by sharing their IBD journey with their legislator through online and in-person activities.
Raise Funds to Find a Cure
Activate your network, inspire others to give and team up with the IBD community for events.
Participate in Life-changing Research
Participate in guiding Foundation and other research programs ensuring the priorities of patients and caregivers are part of the funding decision. Advising researchers and committees on patient-centered approaches to research, engagement and programs.
Support & Engagement for Patients and Families
Make a meaningful difference through support programs or contributing your IBD journey insights to the Foundation’s education initiatives.
Create an unforgettable experience at Camp Oasis
Make a lasting impact at Camp Oasis by volunteering as a camp counselor, medical professional, or licensed mental health clinician. Help create a safe, supportive, and unforgettable summer camping experience for children and teens living with IBD.
Drive impact
Healthcare professionals support the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation in a variety of meaningful ways, including becoming a Professional Member, serving on the local Healthcare Professional Engagement committee (HPEC), National Scientific Advisory Committee (NSAC), or joining the board of your local chapter and more.
Share your expertise to help advance research, education, advocacy, and patient support.
Community Fundraising Events
Connection with a supportive community can make a meaningful difference for your mental and emotional well-being.
Take Steps
Our national walk program. Make a difference while connecting with other patients and loved ones impacted by Crohn's disease & ulcerative colitis.
Team Challenge
Team Challenge is an endurance training and fundraising program—but it's so much more than a race. All abilities welcome!
More Ways to Fundraise
Through monetary donations or by volunteering your time and skills, you can make a significant and lasting impact on the Foundation’s mission-critical research, education, and support programs.
Fundraise on Facebook
With just a few clicks, you can create a Facebook Fundraiser to raise money for IBD cures. Celebrate a birthday, milestone or holiday by inviting friends and family to donate to your fundraising page!
Level up your fundraising
In just minutes, you can connect your Twitch, YouTube or TikTok stream to fundraise with Tiltify and help raise funds for vital IBD research and patient programs. Help us find a cure and improve lives—register and fundraise today.
Fundraise YOUR way
Through DIY fundraising, volunteers can raise funds for IBD cures anyway you want! Set up a fundraising page for a special occasion, create your own event, or host a charity livestream.
Tributes: Honors and Memorials
Making a donation in honor or in memory of a friend or loved one is a meaningful way of helping the Foundation in our quest to find cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Your tribute gift is a compassionate gesture that will make a difference in the lives of people with IBD.
Find Local Opportunities to Fundraise
Discover rewarding ways to give back through local events, volunteer opportunities, and chapter membership. Connect with others who share your passion and help make a difference through community-driven action.
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