Frequently Asked Questions
MembershipThank you for your generous support and commitment as a CCFA member. This fall we have re-crafted our membership structure to appropriately recognize your loyalty and offer the benefits you have come to appreciate. We are shifting the CCFA member program into a calendar year cycle. If you join or renew your membership this fall, you will be enrolled as a valued member of our team -- throughout all of 2011! Please see below for specifics about our membership program and thank you again for your continued support. Membership Basics
Why should I join CCFA? Who qualifies for membership? How do I become a member? When will my membership begin? When will I be asked to renew my CCFA membership?
Membership Levels and Benefits
Are there different membership levels and what are dues for each category? Are membership gifts tax deductible? What are the benefits of membership? When will I receive my member benefits? What is Under the Microscope? What is Take Charge? How do I request a replacement membership kit? How do I address billing discrepancies?
Questions/Updating Your Information
How do I update my address or phone number? Where can I direct membership questions?
Membership Basics
Why should I join CCFA?
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding cures for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improving the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases. Joining CCFA gives you unique access to our services and information, while at the same time helping to support our three mission critical programs: research, education, and support services.
Our research program has provided more than $150 million for IBD research, with over $14.6 million invested this year. Educational workshops and symposia within CCFA's patient and professional services enable patients and family members to keep pace with the rapidly growing field of IBD research, treatment and quality of care. Our Information Resource Center provides information, guidance and support by masters-level health professionals five days a week.
Additionally, we offer more than 200 support groups across the United States, advocate to increase federal research funding and promote positive quality of life legislation for IBD patients, and run Camp Oasis, a multi-day summer camp program for young people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Who qualifies for membership?
CCFA individual / family membership is open to everyone.
How do I become a member?
There are three easy ways to become a member of CCFA:
- Online via our secure server
- Over the phone by calling 646-943-7521
- Mailing a check or credit card information to
- CCFA National Processing Center
- P.O. Box 1245
- Albert Lea, MN 56007
When will my membership begin? Your membership will begin after your initial dues are received and processed. Membership is good for a full calendar year. When will I be asked to renew my CCFA membership? Membership renewal reminders will be mailed to you at an address you provide in the fall before your membership expires.
Membership Levels and Benefits
What are our different membership levels and dues?
Membership categories include: Associate -- $30 CCFA Partner -- $50 Supporting Member -- $100 Contributing Member -- $250 Patron Member -- $500 Research Leader -- $1,000
Are membership gifts tax deductible? Yes, membership gifts are tax deductible. What are the benefits of membership? Membership benefits for the Associate level include: Annual subscription to Take Charge, the Foundation's national online magazine Membership card and "I Can't Wait" card
Membership benefits for all other levels include: Annual subscription to Take Charge, the Foundation's national magazine Annual subscription to Under the Microscope, a bi-annual research and news bulletin Special e-mail updates Discounts on CCFA books and special events Local chapter newsletters Invitations to CCFA educational and fundraising events Free participation in group support services hosted by your local chapter Membership card and "I Can't Wait" card
When will I receive my member benefits?
Once your membership dues are received and processed you will be sent a welcome package including: an acknowledgement letter which serves as a receipt for your gift, a membership card with your membership level on the front and "I Can't Wait" on the back. These packets typically mail four to six weeks after your gift is received. Your initial packet will be followed by your subscriptions to Take Charge magazine, Under the Microscope, e-mails, news bulletins, and other periodic updates from your local chapter.
What is Under The Microscope?
Under the Microscope is a news bulletin that informs our members about new medical findings and the impact they have on those who suffer from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
What is Take Charge?
Take Charge is the foundation's semi-annual national online magazine which covers medical updates, new research findings, fundraising, chapter activities, events and more.
How do I request a replacement membership kit?
To request a replacement membership, please contact us at 646-943-7521 or membership@ccfa.org.
How do I address billing discrepancies?
To address billing discrepancies, please contact us at 646-943-7521or membership@ccfa.org.
Questions/Updating Your Information
How do I update my address, phone number, and/or email address?
Updated contact information can be submitted to CCFA via email at membership@ccfa.org, or by phone at 646-943-7521.
Where can I direct membership questions? We are here to answer your membership questions Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST. Membership questions can be directed to our Membership Coordinator at membership@ccfa.org or 646-943-7521.
updated 10/29/10
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