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Are You Ready to ROCK San Antonio?

We are excited to announce that our next event is the
Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon in San Antonio, TX
November 16, 2008

You won't need your ipod for this event with 70 bands lining the course, but you may want to bring your camera to capture the sights as you pass the Alamo, several missions, the lush Riverwalk, and the Tower of the Americas before finishing at the Alamodome.

^{Come join one of our information meetings to learn more about this exciting new program.}

^{Information Meetings}

^{Wednesday June 25th - Wisconsin Athletic Club - Wauwatosa - 8pm}

^{Saturday June 28th - Frank L. Weyenberg Library of Mequon-Thiensville - 10am}

^{Tuesday July 8th - Cafe Hollander - Milwaukee - 6pm}

^{Saturday July 12th - Center Court Sports - Waukesha - 10am}

^{Kick-Off Meeting & Party}

^{Thursday July 17th - KOSS Sterophones
  5:30 Last Chance Info Meeting
6:30 Kickoff Party}

^{Call or email Tyler Hillstrom at 414-475-5520 or get more information or to RSVP for one of the info meetings.}

^{Go Team Wisconsin!}

^{Go Team Challenge!}

^{Let's Cross The Finish Line For A Cure}

The Wisconsin Chapter of CCFA extends its deepest appreciation to the Koss Corporation, as well as all of our golfers, sponsors, volunteers, donors and guests for your support at the 2008 Golf Classic at the Legend of Brandybrook in Wales, WI.   The event successfully netted nearly $52,000!

This success is due your generous support and participation. Proceeds raised from our golf outing directly benefit those affected with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis in our community through research, education and support.

We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

Thanks to all of our Walkers & Sponsors! With your help we are proud to announce that the 1st Annual Wisconsin Take Steps Walk was a success. To date, we have raised over $59,000 with donations still coming in.

Take Step's is the nation's largest event dedicated to finding a cure for these digestive diseases. Particpants will be encouraged to form teams and walk with their families, friends and co-workers to raise funds towards finding a cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

^{February 15, 2008}

^{Our latest issue of the CCFA newsletter, Colitiscope #15, is now online (PDF)}

To be announced.

All CCFA support meetings are casual and held in a welcoming, and safe atmosphere. Support groups offer important information about coping with IBD, and provide a community of support for IBD patients and their loved ones.

The meetings are offered free of charge, and people with IBD, their families, and their friends are encouraged to attend.

Please note: All support group listings are subject to change. Please call the chapter number above to confirm the meeting date, time, and place.

Fox Cities IBD Youth Group
Helen Fowler Conference Center, St. Elizabeth Hospital
next to the emergency room
1506 S. Oneida St.
Appleton, WI
1st Sunday of the Month
6:30 to 7:30PM
Any youth diagnosed with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease and their parents are welcome to attend

Fox Cities IBD Youth Group Calendar for 2008

Please check back frequently for updates!

Ellen or Katie for the Fox Cities IBD Youth Group.
*Ellen Hussey: ehussey@new.rr.com
*Katie Davis: LK78@sbcglobal.net

Green Bay Support Group
St. Mary's Hospital
1726 Shawano Ave.
Green Bay, WI
2nd Tuesday of Month
7:00PM
Everyone welcome!

Madison Support Group
UW Health Clinic
1 So. Park St., 4th floor Conference Room
Madison, WI
1st Wednesday of the Month
5:30PM
Doors are locked after 6:00pm

Milwaukee Support Group
Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital
9200 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Milwaukee, WI
Northtower Room 2209 (FW 2nd Floor)
2nd Monday of Month
7:00PM
Everyone welcome!

Meeting location for the September 8th, 2008 from 7-9pm has been moved, directions follow:

Roe Auditorium
Located on the 1st Floor, Froedtert Hospital West
If you take the elevator, instead of turning left to Conference Room A/B, you would take a right to Dean Roe.  It will be on your left, as the sign indicates.

The Milwaukee support group has moved its location within Froedtert

If you park in the Froedtert Hospital West parking structure, go to level 2 (main floor).  Continue down the main to hall the Northtower and you will see the Northtower Conference Room.  Should you have difficulty finding the meeting location, please inquire at the information desk.

Manitowoc County Support Group
Aurora Medical Center-Lower Level (check at main desk for location)
5000 Memorial Dr.
Two Rivers, WI
1st Tuesday of Month 
6:30PM
Everyone welcome!

*September 2, 2008 meeting has been canceled

Oconomowoc Support Group
Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital
791 Summit Avenue
Outpatient Department Waiting Room
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
1st Monday of the Month Quarterly (May 5/2008, Aug. 4/2008, Nov. 3/2008)
7:00PM
Everyone welcome!

2008 Camp Oasis applications are now online!

Please visit the CCFA Camp Calendar and select "Wisconsin - Waupaca" to apply online.

Online IBD Presentation

Topic:  Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Why Should I Take My Medications

Presenter:  Sunanda V. Kane, MD, MSPH
                 Associate Professor of Medicine
                 Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
                 Rochester, Minnesota

Please visit http://www.rmei.com/CCFAVL2008/ to view this presentation

*Date of presentation was March 6, 2008

2008 Youth Ambassadors:

Peter Birke, Ryan Hussey and Carly Sorenson

2008 UCB Crohn's Scholarship Program

UCB, Inc. is offering 30, one-time scholarships of up to $10,000 in 2008 to people diagnosed with Crohn's disease, who are entering college, currently enrolled in college, or to adults returning to school.  For more information and to download an application form, please visit http://www.crohnsandme.com/ or call (800) 234-8770.

We need your E-mail Address

In an effort to reduce expenses, keep you better informed and improve communication, CCFA WI Chapter requests your e-mail address. Effective immediately, we will be e-mailing notices regarding our upcoming Chapter Programs, Special Events, Volunteer Opportunities and "What's new on the website." Email blasting will greatly reduce our Chapter's administrative expenses (like postage, letterhead and stationary), allowing us to invest even more into Research, Advocacy, Education, and our Youth and Family programs.

Please send your e-mail address, along with your name, address and phone number to ndavis@ccfa.org .Stay tuned for more exciting updates regarding website registration and on-line events!

Volunteer Opportunities to participate on one of several valuable committees: Major Gifts, Research Alliance, Program Advisory Committee (Education & Support) Marketing, Public Relations & Advocacy.

Please call the WI Chapter Office for more details regarding volunteering for one of these most valuable committees.

Support Groups

The CCFA WI Chapter currently hosts 7 support groups throughout the Chapter area. Please visit our "Support Groups" section for a location near you.

Further the Mission of CCFA

Become part of the solution to finding the cause and cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis by becoming a member of CCFA. We would like to encourage you to join/renew your membership early so you will not miss out on any of our exciting activities. Several lay and professional membership levels and opportunities available.

Please call the CCFA Chapter office (414) 475.5520 in-state toll free (877) 586.5588 for a membership form.

Community Health Charities in Employee Giving Campaigns

The CCFA WI Chapter proudly partners with the Community Health Charities in Employee Giving Campaigns. Look for our name and agency code in your company campaign. If you don't find us, ask your employer to add CCFA.

Donate Your Car, Boat or R.V.

Before you sell your vehicle, consider donating it to CCFA. Our vehicle donation program helps to raise needed funds for research and community-based education programs. It is a lot easier than selling it and you will also receive a tax deduction.

Call CCFA WI Chapter office (414) 475.5520 in-state toll free (877) 586.5588 for a form and more information.

Wisconsin Chapter

Staff
Jan Lenz
Executive Director

Nadine Davis
Development Manager

Tyler Hillstrom
Team Challenge Endurance Manager

Dan McBee
Part-time Development Assistant

1126 S. 70th Street
Suite S210A
West Allis, WI 53214

Phone: (414) 475-5520
FAX: (414) 475-5502
800-Phone: (877) 586-5588 (Wisconsin Only)

A member of Community Health Charities of Wisconsin