Blog – The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation

IBD Open Swinging for a Cure Golf Classic

Join us for a day of golf with purpose at the IBD Open: Swinging for a Cure Golf Classic, proudly presented by The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation. This distinguished charity event is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the IBD Patient Navigator Program, supporting research and aid for Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a first-timer, your participation will help drive progress and bring hope to those affected by IBD. Step onto the green and make a difference—every swing counts!

Crohn’s Disease – A Life Threatening Disease

Crohn’s Disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes swelling and sores deep in the layers of tissue along your digestive tract (from your mouth to your anus). It is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Studies have shown that Crohn’s can affect both the lungs and the intestinal tract. The symptoms of such disease develop gradually. Some might experience: High temperature or fever Fatigue (Tiredness) Loss of Appetite Sudden weight loss Feeling as if your bowels aren’t free Frequent urgency to eliminate Note: It’s sometimes possible to mistake these symptoms for the symptoms of…

Crohn’s & Colitis Holiday Bowl -A-Thon

The Stephanie A. Wynn Annual Crohn’s & Colitis Holiday Bowl-A-Thon is a yearly bowl-a-thon where we partner with our local community volunteers to raise IBD awareness along with fundraising opportunities. Do you know that Up to 20 percent of people with Crohn’s Disease have a first-degree relative (parent, child, or sibling) with IBD? As many as 780,000 Americans live with Crohn’s disease and it impacts men and women equally. Crohn’s Disease can occur at any age, but often occurs between ages 15 to 35 years old. Symptoms can range from mild to severe. During our bowl-a-thon we have door prizes…

What You Should Know About Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Here’s what it’s like to live with this rare disorder and how to cope with it. For millions of people, constant bowel problems have become routine. Unending painful flareups cause you to miss workdays and limit social activities for weeks. Worse yet, you struggle with anxiety, embarrassment, and the constant frustration of why it happens and what to do about it. If this sounds all too familiar, you might be dealing with inflammatory bowel disease. It’s important to understand the cause and how you can get it treated. What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)? Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a…

Change Starts with Community Partnerships

According to a DATA USA (2018) report, Pinellas County, Florida has a population of approximately 975,280 people. Households have a median annual income of only $52,198 which is less than the median income of $61,937 across the United States. With the collaboration of community thought leaders, community volunteers and healthcare professionals, healthcare organizations and government agencies, The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation, Inc., are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of economically disenfranchised African Americans who are diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation aims to strengthen the network to bring patients, doctors, and community thought leaders…

Ulcerative Colitis- Understanding the Impact and Management

Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a chronic condition that forms part of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and primarily affects the large intestine (colon) and rectum. Characterized by inflammation and ulcers, UC is not just a gastrointestinal disorder; it significantly impacts an individual’s quality of life, manifesting through symptoms like persistent diarrhea, abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, and urgent bowel movements. The causes of Ulcerative Colitis remain not fully understood, but factors such as genetics, immune system malfunctions, and environmental triggers are believed to play critical roles. Unlike other forms of IBD, such as Crohn’s Disease, which can affect any part of the…

4 Reasons Why Volunteers Are Needed

Volunteering for a great cause has always been something we look forward to. Volunteers not only provide their time but they also spread love while giving back to the community. Giving back to the community directly affects the community and it also bring about social and economic change. Volunteering is also the perfect opportunity to meet new people and build a support system. Here are four reasons why volunteers are needed: Volunteers make a major impact in the community Volunteers Collaborate and Meet New People Volunteers provide leadership skills Volunteers Strengthen the community. For more information about volunteering with us…

Let’s Talk IBD Health & Wellness Symposium

The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation is thrilled to announce the 2nd Annual Let’s Talk IBD Health and Wellness Symposium, a pivotal event dedicated to increasing awareness of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in underserved African American communities and other marginalized groups. Our focal point this year is ACCESS, an acronym that encapsulates our core principles of Awareness, Collaboration, Continuity of Care, Education, Support, and Systematic Outreach. These tenets are integral to our mission of bridging healthcare gaps and significantly improving the quality of life for those living with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, such as Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Participants at the…

Campaign to adopt Charities

Charities also began to adopt campaigning roles, where they would champion a cause and lobby the government for legislative change. This included organized campaigns against the ill treatment of animals and children and the campaign that eventually succeeded at the turn of the 19th century in ending the slave trade throughout the British Empire and within its considerable sphere of influence. (This process was however a lengthy one, which finally concluded when Saudi Arabia abolished slavery in 1962.). Charities also began to adopt campaigning roles, where they would champion a cause and lobby the government for legislative change. This included…

Organization for Charity

In the Enlightenment era charitable and philanthropic activity among voluntary associations and rich benefactors became a widespread cultural practice. Societies, gentleman’s clubs, and mutual associations began to flourish in England, and the upper-classes increasingly adopted a philanthropic attitude toward the disadvantaged. In England this new social activism was channeled into the establishment of charitable organizations; these proliferated from the middle of the 18th century.