Community Impact

Events

Explore our awareness campaigns, fundraisers, educational programs, and advocacy efforts dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by chronic illnesses.

Upcoming events

Join us at our next community gathering — registration and details will be shared soon.

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Upcoming

5K Walk/Run Fundraiser

July 25, 2026

Join our community for a morning of movement, awareness, and impact as we raise funds to support patient microgrants and direct giving initiatives for underserved students and families affected by chronic illnesses.

Past events archive

Browse completed initiatives by year and campaign.

Participants playing pickleball at the Charity Pickleball Tournament at Chicken N Pickle
Fundraisers

Charity Pickleball Tournament

In partnership with Chicken N Pickle, participants competed in a community tournament to raise funds and awareness for pediatric IBD.

  • $700 Donated to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
Hearts of Hope awareness wall with student messages
School Outreach

Hearts of Hope Awareness Wall

Students wrote motivational messages for pediatric IBD patients, creating a heart-shaped display in the school hallway to promote kindness, empathy, and awareness.

  • 202+ Messages Shared
Holiday awareness booth at HEARD Natural Science and Wildlife Sanctuary
Community Events

Holiday Awareness Booth

HEARD Natural Science and Wildlife Sanctuary

Community members engaged with educational resources and conversations about pediatric IBD during our holiday awareness outreach event.

  • 40–50 Participants
Toy donation drive collection
Community Events

Toy Donation Drive

Community members donated toys to support children and families facing chronic illness.

  • 65 Toys Collected
Voices of IBD podcast series
Podcasts & Media

Voices of IBD Podcast Series

Our podcast series amplifies the voices of individuals living with IBD through personal stories, advocacy, and educational conversations.

Featured guests

  • Makayla Allison
  • Rob Nunnery
  • Nicole Benish
  • Lenette Sparacino
  • 4 Episodes Released
Heart to Heart volunteers with a donation check from Chicken N Pickle Giveback Night for the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
Fundraisers

Chicken N Pickle 10% Giveback Night

Community members gathered for a fundraising night supporting pediatric IBD initiatives.

  • $113.40 Donated to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
Dr. Bhaskar Gurram speaking at the IBD Sports & Inclusivity Seminar
Educational Programs

IBD Sports & Inclusivity Seminar

Speaker: Dr. Bhaskar Gurram

An educational session focused on creating inclusive sports environments for youth living with IBD.

  • 65 Attendees
Advocacy

Community Advocacy Meetings

Heart to Heart met with local leaders to advance awareness and support for pediatric IBD initiatives.

  1. Met with the Mayor of Celina
  2. Advanced a proclamation recognizing December 1–7 as Pediatric IBD Awareness Week
  3. Met with the Mayor of Prosper
  4. Presented to the Prosper Youth Advisory Council
Students creating HERO cards for pediatric IBD patients
School Outreach

HERO Cards Station

Students created heartfelt cards for pediatric IBD patients to provide encouragement and support during treatment and recovery.

  • 130+ Cards Created

Join Our Next Event

Every event brings us closer to earlier diagnosis, stronger support systems, and greater awareness for chronic illnesses.