Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
Melissa Varellas possesses extensive experience in fundraising campaigns and volunteer engagement within nonprofit organizations. Currently serving as Senior National Manager at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation since April 2018, Melissa has held progressively responsible roles in fundraising and corporate development, demonstrating expertise in managing large-scale fundraising events and cultivating corporate partnerships. Prior roles include Senior Development Manager at the American Lung Association and Campaign Manager at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, where Melissa excelled in volunteer management and event coordination. With a strong foundation in community service through AmeriCorps NCCC, Melissa was recognized as Media Representative of the Year for effective media engagement. Melissa holds a Bachelor's degree in Photography from the School of Visual Arts.
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
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The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is the leading non-profit organization focused on both research and patient support for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The Foundation’s mission is to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life for the millions of Americans living with IBD. Our work is dramatically accelerating the research process through our database and investment initiatives; we also provide extensive educational resources for patients and their families, medical professionals, and the public.