GI Research Foundation

06/18/2025

⛳ Join us for the Annual Golf Classic featuring PGA Tour winner and Ryder Cup star, “Mr. 59”, Chip Beck! Don’t miss this chance to be part of an unforgettable day on the greens. https://giresearchfoundation.org/events/golf/

05/29/2025

Tee-up to transform lives at the GI Research Foundation's Annual Golf Classic on Monday, September 8th at The Glen Club in Glenview. The shamble tournament features a clinic with pro Chip Beck. Early-bird foursome pricing through June 30th. Visit https://giresearchfoundation.org/events/golf/ for more details.

Special thanks to our sponsors: The Rad Family, Arway/Long Grove Confectionery, Belmont Village Senior Living, SCG Asset Management, and Prindable Settlements.

05/28/2025

In this powerful video, three patients living with digestive diseases share their personal journeys—what it’s like to face Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis, and GI cancer—and how research has led to better treatments, better outcomes, and renewed hope. But their stories also make one thing clear: we’re not done yet.

Thanks to our donors and our collaborators at the UChicago Medicine Digestive Diseases Center, bold research is turning possibility into progress. With continued support, we can accelerate breakthroughs and bring relief to millions still waiting.

Special thanks to our video sponsors: Dime Community Bank, Helping Hands Network, HLM Capital Management Group, Miramar Capital/Bob Kalman & Max Wasserman, Audrey & Leonard Rubin, and RareCyte.

05/23/2025

It's vital for moms-to-be to create a plan with their care team that keeps IBD in remission before and after pregnancy. Here's what parents should know about IBD and pregnancy. Link in comments for the full story.

05/23/2025

Highlights From the 2025 Ball! Watch the Ball Videos, Meet the Program's Stars, and More! https://mailchi.mp/girf/finalballbulletin

05/20/2025

Every medical breakthrough starts with a bold idea—and the research to bring it to life. At the GI Research Foundation, we give those ideas the early support they need to become real treatments. Whether it’s Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis, liver disease, or GI cancers, we help researchers move quickly, without getting caught up in red tape.

Watch the video we premiered at Saturday’s Annual Ball to see how your support drives life-changing discoveries featuring our collaborators at UChicago Medicine Digestive Diseases Center.

Behind every medical breakthrough is an idea—and the support to make it real. At the GI Research Foundation, we give bold ideas the early support they need t...

05/18/2025

Thank You for an Extraordinary Night! Together, We’re Imagining a World Without Digestive Diseases. https://mailchi.mp/girf/thank-you

05/13/2025

We’re proud to share that the State of Illinois has officially proclaimed May as Digestive Diseases Awareness Month — shining a spotlight on the millions affected by GI conditions like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, IBS, celiac disease, GI cancers, and more.

As part of this proclamation, Illinois recognizes the GI Research Foundation as a leader in funding critical research at the UChicago Medicine Digestive Diseases Center — advancing life-changing discoveries and transforming care for patients everywhere.

04/24/2025

The GI Research Foundation Annual Ball Bulletin - http://eepurl.com/jdghFo

03/20/2025

Join Us: GI Research Foundation Annual Ball - http://eepurl.com/jaBu3k

03/18/2025

Join Us: GI Research Foundation Annual Ball - https://mailchi.mp/girf/2025ballinvite

02/07/2025

The Emerging Leaders Council of the GI Research Foundation kicked off their inaugural Gut Moving event on January 18 with an incredible success—raising over $10,000! 🎉 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and donated. Your support means the world to us

Learn more and contribute at girf.org