Thursday, November 18, 2010

Time to Talk About Bubble Guts


Chello World!

You know that I was part of, "Pay It Forward", where my team and I helped with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, here in Atlanta, GA. Well my commitment goes beyond that just one day. Alot of people suffer from this disease but are often ashamed about it cause let's be real, its a shitty deal and very embarrassing.

Due to this stigma, its not getting the attention that it deserves. So, take this negative into a positive. Here is more info on the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. (All information pulled from CCFA.org)

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.

Sad enough for adults dealing with this disease, can you imagine being a kid or a teenager with this? Now you have zits and a stomach issue. So not right or even close to fair. Thankfully the CCFA has Camp Oasis for kids and teens. This experience is life changing not only for the kids but also the adults.

Here is more information on Camp Oasis:

CCFA Camp Oasis is a co-ed residential camp program that's mission is to enrich the lives of children with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis by providing a safe and supportive camp community.

  • See that they are not alone
  • Try things they never iMagINeD
  • Create friendships with people who truly understand them
  • Listen to & share their IBD stories
  • Gain CONFIDENCE
  • Heal & build their spirit

Outstanding Medical CareOur volunteer physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals are available for 24-hour care, and work to ensure that campers follow the medical regimen prescribed by their doctors back home.
A Quality ProgramOur program is built upon high standards of CARE, and offers activities that appeal to every taste:
  • Visual & performing Arts
  • Land and water sports
  • HIGH ropes and other outdoor adventure
  • Leadership development (for our oldest participants)
The schedule also allows campers plenty of time to relax, get to know one another, and share the best medicine of all: LAUGHTER :)



Dedicated Staff

CCFA carefully screens and trains its mostly volunteer staff of adults with IBD. These responsible and sensitive individuals work hard to ensure that every camper feels safe, comfortable and has the time of their LIFE.


There is ton of information on their website! This is just tip of the iceberg. You can donate money or your time, or even do sponsorship. One person can make the difference in someone's life. Let it begin with you. Remember to Pay It Forward!


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