As my training picks up and I get closer and closer to running my half marathon on June 2nd, I starting thinking about how rewarding it has been to get involved with such a great organization like the Crohns and Colitis Foundation of America. Here is some information about the organization.
Four decades ago, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation created the field of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis research. Today, the Foundation funds cutting-edge studies at major medical institutions, nurtures investigators at the early stages of their careers, and finances underdeveloped areas of research. Educational workshops and symposia, together with our scientific journal, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, enable medical professionals to keep pace with this rapidly growing field. No wonder the National Institutes of Health has commended the Foundation for "uniting the research community and strengthening IBD research."
Main areas of this section include:
Only a little over 3 weeks until the half marathon takes place. My training is a bit slower than I'd like because of my knees, but if I keep up the proper balance of running and rest between now and June 2nd, I should be fine for the race.
My health remains very good. I am extra careful with my diet this week because my step-son Adin's Bar Mitzvah is Saturday. My entire family will be in town, which means lots of dinners out. That, in turn, means this week has been a week of many shakes and careful eating.
About the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. It was founded in 1967 by Irwin M. and Suzanne Rosenthal, William D. and Shelby Modell, and Henry D. Janowitz, M.D.Four decades ago, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation created the field of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis research. Today, the Foundation funds cutting-edge studies at major medical institutions, nurtures investigators at the early stages of their careers, and finances underdeveloped areas of research. Educational workshops and symposia, together with our scientific journal, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, enable medical professionals to keep pace with this rapidly growing field. No wonder the National Institutes of Health has commended the Foundation for "uniting the research community and strengthening IBD research."
Main areas of this section include:
- Our Mission
To cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases. - Your Dollars at Work
The Foundation consistently meets standards established by the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance as well as other charity watchdog organizations. Learn more about how we steward your dollars. - Our Members
Currently the Foundation has over 50,000 members, served by our national headquarters, as well as a over 40 chapters nationwide. As the Foundation is not a government-supported agency, we rely on the support of members and donors to continue our work. - Our Sponsors
Our dedicated corporate sponsors provide significant grants to the Foundation, which have made possible many of our research, support, and education programs. - Global Partners
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation maintains informal partnerships with a variety of Crohn's and colitis-related organizations around the world for the purposes of cooperation on research and information sharing.
Only a little over 3 weeks until the half marathon takes place. My training is a bit slower than I'd like because of my knees, but if I keep up the proper balance of running and rest between now and June 2nd, I should be fine for the race.
My health remains very good. I am extra careful with my diet this week because my step-son Adin's Bar Mitzvah is Saturday. My entire family will be in town, which means lots of dinners out. That, in turn, means this week has been a week of many shakes and careful eating.
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