Leading research and support for people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are the main goals of the vibrant non-profit organization known as the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. The Foundation is a key player in enhancing the quality of life and therapies available to individuals with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) using creative research projects, community support programs, and advocacy efforts. The Foundation works to increase understanding of these complicated disorders and develop treatments by encouraging collaboration among researchers, healthcare practitioners, and patients.