Crohn's & Colitis Foundation - Iowa/Nebraska Chapter

04/21/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the incredible chapter volunteers who give their time, energy, and passion to support the IBD community. From organizing local events to connecting with patients and families, your impact is felt every day.
If you’re one of our dedicated volunteers, we’d love for you to share your story and inspire others to get involved! Learn more about volunteering at https://crohnscolitisfoundation.tfaforms.net/19.
Together, we are stronger together and we can go further together for our IBD community. 💙

04/20/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we’re honoring our 14,000 volunteers whose passion and commitment help us move us closer to cures and a better quality of life for everyone living with IBD.​ Watch this special thank-you message from CEO Michael Osso. If you already volunteer, please share your story on social media and inspire others—and if you’re interested in getting involved and helping fuel this mission, sign up here: https://bit.ly/4t7fpzL

04/20/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the healthcare professionals who volunteer their time and expertise to advance IBD care and research. Your dedication helps drive every major breakthrough.
If you’re one of our amazing volunteers, share your story to inspire others—and if you’d like to get involved,
visit https://crohnscolitisfoundation.tfaforms.net/19
Together, we are stronger together and we can go further together for our IBD community. 💙

04/19/2026

The Foundation has played a role in every major research and treatment breakthrough in IBD. We are deeply grateful to our dedicated volunteers, who have helped us reach these milestones and make this impact possible.

During National Volunteer Week, we’re shining a light on the many ways you make this impact possible—if you’re a current volunteer, we’d love for you to share your story on social media and inspire others in your community, and if you or someone you know is interested in volunteering and wants to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of 1 in 100 Americans living with IBD, visit: https://bit.ly/4t7fpzL

We are stronger together, and we can go further together for our IBD community.

04/18/2026

Living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis? You don’t have to navigate it alone. 💙

The Power of Two connects people with IBD to trained volunteer mentors for goal-focused conversations. Whether you're learning to manage your care as a young adult, looking to improve your eating habits, or considering ostomy surgery, mentors share their lived experience to provide real-world guidance and help you build confidence.

Applications are open for mentors and mentees—see if the new Power of Two is right for you: https://bit.ly/3CSjqn5

04/16/2026

Welcome back, Takeda, as a National Silver Sponsor for Take Steps! Thanks to the generosity of sponsors like Takeda, the Foundation has played a role in every major research breakthrough in IBD. https://bit.ly/3KRQTiu

04/15/2026

Did you know people with IBD are 3 to 5 times more likely to experience anxiety and 2 to 4 times more likely to experience depression than the general population? In honor of World IBD Day on May 19, we’re shining a light on the challenges that often go unseen—like stress, pain, and relationships—because IBD is more than the gut.

Watch this video with Dr. Megan Riehl, GI Psychologist and Foundation Trustee, as she explains why caring for both mind and body is essential in managing IBD. That’s why we created the More Than the Gut Guide—a free resource filled with expert insights, evidence-based tools, and real stories from the IBD community.

📘 Download the guide today: https://bit.ly/41xGCjb

04/14/2026

04/11/2026

Join us for “A Look into Your Child’s Future with IBD,” a webinar for parents and caregivers. When a child is diagnosed with IBD, it’s natural to wonder what lies ahead. Leading pediatric experts will discuss how pediatric care continues to advance, what new treatments mean for long-term health, and how today’s support options are helping children grow and thrive. Register now: https://bit.ly/4su5ofc

04/11/2026

Living with ulcerative colitis can mean constant urgency, disrupted plans, and treatments that don’t always work. A new research study is exploring a device designed to help reduce bowel urgency without relying on another medication. Take a quick survey to see if you may qualify. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eVzm6r

04/11/2026

What a exciting 2nd annual Take Steps Kick off event at SmashPark!! We had a great turnout 16 teams and a ton of cheerleaders supporting those in the tournament and for a great cause!!! Everyone was enjoying all the great food and drinks! These take steps teams are already ahead in their fundraising as the registration fee goes right to their team goal! Congratulations to our top 3 teams….. they gave it their all for those top spots!!! Thanks again to our sponsors- Scheels, Buildertrend, Scheemer, Fleet feet, Kendra Scott, Blue Sky & Omaha Midwest Pickleball Club! Thanks to our Omaha Take Steps committee, board members & staff who all came out to help and support! Can’t wait till next year!

04/10/2026

Today is our 2nd Annual Take Steps Kickoff Pickleball Tournament for our Omaha/Lincoln walkers! 🎉🏓

We’re thrilled to have 15 teams competing, plus some incredible cheerleaders bringing the energy! A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors—Scheels, Buildertrend, Schemmer, Fleet Feet, Kendra Scott, and Blue Sky—for making this event possible.

We can’t wait to see everyone at 4:30 PM at SmashPark for a fun, friendly tournament, great food, drinks, games and so much more! This is this the perfect way to kick off your fundraising as your registration fee will go towards your Take Steps Team! Let’s play! 💙