About Us
The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization was established in 2021 following founder Stephanie Wynn’s transformative near-death experience with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, specifically Crohn’s Disease. This pivotal experience deepened her appreciation for survival and illuminated the critical need to provide healthcare and financial resources for improving the health and wellness of individuals and communities living with chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), with special attention to those facing the greatest health disparities and barriers to care.
Our Mission
To eliminate health disparities and improve outcomes for individuals and communities affected by Inflammatory Bowel Diseases through comprehensive support services, with priority given to underserved populations facing the greatest barriers to healthcare.
Our Vision
To enhance the quality of life for all individuals affected by Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease by ensuring equitable access to healthcare, financial support, and community resources. We envision a future where zip code, economic status, or demographic background does not determine health outcomes, with particular focus on eliminating the disproportionate burden of IBD in communities with the greatest health disparities.
Our Core Values
- Compassion: We bring a deep sense of empathy and understanding to our work, always prioritizing the needs and struggles of those in underserved communities.
- Integrity: Our actions are guided by strong ethical principles, ensuring that we operate with honesty and transparency in all that we do.
- Diversity: We celebrate and embrace the richness of different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, recognizing that this diversity strengthens our mission and work.
- Leadership: We are committed to being leaders in our field, paving the way for positive change and innovation in addressing healthcare and financial disparities.
- Education: We place a strong emphasis on education, providing individuals with the information and resources they need to take control of their health and wellbeing.
- Collaboration: We value the power of working together, partnering with other organizations and communities to amplify our impact.
- Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable to our mission and the communities we serve, continuously evaluating and improving our programs and services to meet their needs.
About The Founder
Stephanie A. Wynn is an author, IBD survivor, speaker, philanthropist, and IBD Patient Navigator®. The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation, Inc., was established following her transformative near-death experience with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, specifically Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. This pivotal experience deepened her appreciation for survival and illuminated the critical need to provide healthcare and financial resources for improving the health and wellness of individuals living with chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), particularly those in communities facing significant health disparities.
Stephanie understands what it means to navigate tough challenges with grit and determination. She has never allowed her struggle with Inflammatory Bowel Disease to define her limitations. Instead, Stephanie believes the resilience and other qualities required to heal from her chronic health condition are exactly the same strengths that have helped her thrive in all areas of life.
Stephanie has first-hand experience with the complex challenges that individuals in underserved communities face when seeking life-sustaining, quality healthcare and financial resources. She knows the frustration of learning that prescription medication costs have increased substantially without notice. Stephanie also understands the emotional impact when the disease affects the body at unexpected moments, potentially leading to embarrassment and isolation.
Our Organizational Goals To implement a proactive and comprehensive approach to helping all individuals and communities affected by Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease thrive, with priority focus on those experiencing the greatest health disparities and barriers to accessing quality care and resources.
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The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation is a 501c(3) non profit, and donations to the Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Our Leadership Team
We are a committed team of dedicated professionals united in our mission to advance health equity and eliminate healthcare and financial disparities for all individuals and communities affected by Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Our leadership brings together diverse expertise, lived experience, and an unwavering commitment to ensuring that every person facing IBD has access to the resources and support they need to thrive, with special focus on communities experiencing the greatest barriers to healthcare.
Stephanie Wynn-President & CEO
Brian Watkins- Vice President
Diane Hines- Secretary
Pamela Greenlaw- Treasurer
Advisory Board Members
Sharlene E. Edwards, MPH, BSN, RN, CIC- Public Health Consultant / Community Advocate
Ken Parks – CMO & Director @ I-ON Digital Corp and Founder & Chief Strategist