Welcome to Walter's Fundraising Page
Once again, I have decided to make a difference in the fight against Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. On October 24, 2021, I will participate in the Day of the Tread cycling event in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I plan to ride 65 miles - a big undertaking, but it will all be worth it. As most of you know, my daugher Bridget was diagnosed with Crohn's disease about 17 years ago. While I'm happy to report that she's doing well today, she's had a long journey filled with various medications, hospital visits, and four surgeries. Each donation gets us closer to a cure for these chronic illnesses. Please consider donating today.
About Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
Known collectively as inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis affects almost 1 in 100 people. They are painful, medically incurable diseases that attack the digestive system. Crohn's disease may attack anywhere along the digestive tract, while ulcerative colitis inflames only the large intestine (colon). Symptoms may include abdominal pain, persistent diarrhea, rectal bleeding, fever, and weight loss. Many patients require numerous hospitalizations and surgery. Most people develop the diseases between the ages of 15 and 35; however the incidence is increasing in children.
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is the largest non-profit, voluntary, health organization dedicated to finding cures for inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). The Foundation’s mission is to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults who are affected by these diseases. The Foundation works to fulfill its mission by funding research; providing educational resources for patients and their families, medical professionals, and the public; and furnishing supportive services for those afflicted with IBD.
Achievements
Make your own gift
Recognition of the participant making their own gift to support their efforts
Personal Progress:
of Goal
$500
Raised
$2,000.00
Fundraising Honor Roll
Mr. Walter E. Werther
$500
