Garrett's Groupies

CHOP Walk for Hope returns to Citizen's Bank Park on Sunday, June 9th!

When your child has a medical condition like IBD, it’s hard to have any semblance of control over the situation. But participating in CHOP’s Walk for Hope allows families like ours to take back control, knowing we are making a difference by helping fund research to find a cure for Crohn’s. 

Over one thousand walkers and runners participated in the 2023 CHOP Walk for Hope and last year’s event raised a record $235,000+ for IBD/Crohn’s Disease research. 

Thanks to your support, “Garrett’s Groupies” was the top fundraising team, raising over $14,000! Thank you!! At the event, Garrett had the chance to stand on top of the Phillies dugout and tell the crowd his life goal was to find a cure for IBD. Your donations will help him get there! 

Please join us again this year! 

Why Should You Join?

• IBD is growing at a rapid speed: Inflammatory bowel disease is the fastest-growing autoimmune disorder in children younger than age 5.
• Too many kids are suffering: Each year, the Center for Pediatric IBD at CHOP treats more than 1,800 young patients who suffer from abdominal pain, intestinal inflammation and other symptoms of this often-debilitating disease.
• Breakthroughs need funding: The past few years have produced an explosion of knowledge about the genetics of IBD and expanded treatment options. Today, expert gastroenterologists, geneticists and researchers work together to evaluate each child’s DNA and microbiome with the goal of developing truly personalized medicine. Walk for Hope funds these discoveries – taking us one step closer to a cure.

How Can You Help?

Join us or donate today and help change the lives of children with IBD. 

And join the fun at Citizen's Bank Park on Sunday, June 9th!