About Us -

The VEO-IBD Foundation is the first and only nonprofit organization dedicated to parents and caregivers of children with Very Early Onset Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

We are here to help.

We are parents. We understand.

The VEO-IBD Foundation was founded by parents of a child with VEO-IBD.

Our journey with VEO-IBD started when our son was diagnosed at seven months old. We know how difficult, frustrating, and lonely this diagnosis is. We started this organization to educate parents and caregivers about this disease, empower parents and caregivers to obtain the best care for their children, and enlighten the general public about the hardships and challenges of this disease.

Our son is now in remission. We have found the treatment that works for him. It has taken us years. Throughout these years, we have developed tools and gained insight into managing this disease. We want to help the VEO-IBD community better manage their child’s disease, help build strong relationships between you and your child’s medical team, and help you understand the science around VEO-IBD.

Providing Family Insights in VEO-IBD Management

At the core of our mission, the VEO-IBD Foundation seeks to provide the medical and research community with the family perspective of raising a child with VEO-IBD.

Click Here to access our article in the Journal of Pediatric Research entitled Family Reflections – Research Gives Back Childhood: A Family’s Experience with Very Early Onset Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

Pediatric Research; https://doi.org/10.1038/s41390-024-03506-8

Meet our team

Our leadership takes decades of business and nonprofit experience to improve the lives of families dealing with VEO-IBD.

Josh Carter

Founder & CEO

Sarah Carter

Founder & COO

FAQs

Does the VEO-IBD Foundation provide medical advice for my child?

The VEO-IBD Foundation cannot provide medical advice. We are not doctors. We are parents of a child with VEO-IBD. Our organization exists to educate parents and caregivers about the nature of Very Early Onset Inflammatory Bowel Disease, empower parents and caregivers with tools to help build effective relationships with their child’s care team, and to enlighten providers about how their treatments can be utilized for VEO-IBD.

Are my donations to the VEO-IBD Foundation tax deductible?

Yes! The VEO-IBD is a 501(c)(3) public charity. All donations to the VEO-IBD Foundation are tax deductible.

How can I donate money to the VEO-IBD Foundation?

There are many ways that you can donate! For cash contributions, you can use our Donate Now button on the website, or you can mail a check to our headquarters at The VEO-IBD Foundation, Inc., 1455 Lincoln Parkway, Suite 305, Atlanta, GA 30346.

Can I donate stocks, bonds, or other securities to the VEO-IBD Foundation?

Yes! Consult with your tax professional, but donating stocks or other securities to a 501(c)(3) public charity is often advantageous. Typically, a donor will receive a tax advantage of the full market value of a donated security, and then the VEO-IBD Foundation will liquidate it tax-free. Donating highly appreciated assets before they are sold is often a good tax strategy.

Can I donate my time to help the VEO-IBD Foundation?

Sure! Please contact us and tell us how you would like to help!