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FAQ

1. What is Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis?
   Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis is the nation’s largest event dedicated to finding cures for digestive diseases. Participants raise money for crucial research that wouldn’t even have been possible a few short years ago, bringing us closer to a future free from Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Beyond raising money for research, Take Steps brings together the Crohn’s and colitis community in a fun and energetic atmosphere. Participants are encouraged to make noise and be heard – raising awareness of these little-known diseases in their community and across the nation.
   
   
2. How do I register?
   To register for a Take Steps Walk, click on Register on the top navigation on this site, scroll down to find the appropriate chapter, click the Register button, then follow the 4-step online registration process.
   
   
3. When and where is Take Steps held?
   Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis will be held nationwide on evenings in Spring 2008. Please visit your local chapter website to find information on your local walk.
   
   
4. How much does it cost to participate?
   There is no registration fee to participate in Take Steps. All fundraising participants will receive a noisemaker to help us “Be Heard” in the fight against digestive diseases. Click here to learn more about the great fundraising incentives offered for people who raise $100 or more! Please keep in mind that it does cost some money to host the Take Steps Walks.
   
   
5. What does the average participant raise?
   The average participant raises $120. Participants who raise $100 or more will be eligible for great prizes! Click here to learn more about our fundraising incentives!
   
   
6. Are pets, bicycles, strollers, in line skates allowed?
   Strollers are welcome at all walksites. Bicycles and in line skates are not allowed. Pets are welcome on leashes at most walksites, but please check with your local chapter.
   
   
7. Can my child participate in the walk?
   The walk is a family event for all ages. Keep in mind that with a little help children have the potential to be great fundraisers.
   
   
8. How long is the route?
   Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis is a non-competitive walk event with routes that average about 2 miles in length.
   
   
9. What if it rains?
   Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis will take place rain or shine! If there is dangerous weather, the local chapter will notify participants to make alternate plans.
   
   
10. Is it difficult to organize a team?
    Not at all. Once you have registered as a team captain, CCFA staff will provide you with all the materials, guidance and motivation you need to form a successful team.
    
    
11. What does it mean to be a team captain?
    Team Captains are the liaison between team members and CCFA. They are responsible for recruiting and motivating other team members to participate and raise funds for Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis.
    
    
12. Why are teams important to success?
    Teams account for about 80% of the monies raised in walks. Teams represents companies, organizations, families, schools and clubs and can range from as few as five walkers to hundreds! Forming teams is a great way to build company morale and camaraderie among co-workers. Families and friends can join together to walk for a common cause and increase community spirit.
    
    
13. How do I order materials?
    Click here to order additional materials to make your fundraising a success!
    
    
14. How can my company match my funds?
    Matching gifts are a great way to increase donations. Check to see if your company will match employee contributions and encourage your donors to do the same. To take part in a matching gifts program, request an application from the benefits manager or human resources department. Send the completed form to your local chapter, and CCFA will verify receipt of your gift and complete the process.
    
    
15. How do I turn in donations?
    Funds raised online are automatically directed to CCFA. For funds raised offline, please use the walker collection envelope to turn in money at the walk or prior to the walk at a bank day. Funds can also be turned in to the local chapter anytime of year.
    
    
16. How is the money used?
    

    More than 83 cents of every dollar raised directly supports our research, education and support initiatives. In fact, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation ranks third among the eleven leading health non-profits in the percent of expense devoted to research for a cure. We consistently exceed the standards of the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance and receive an “A” rating from the American Institute of Philanthropy.

17. Who do I make checks payable to?
    Please make checks payable to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, or CCFA.
    
    
18. What are benefits of using online fundraising?
    Online fundraising is designed to make your fundraising efforts a total success.  Here are some of the benefits of fundraising online.
    
1. Save money on stamps by sending emails instead of solicitation letters through the mail.
   
2. Keep track of donors through the use of built-in online fundraising tools.
   
3. Send thank you notes via email upon receiving donations.
   
4. Provide donors the benefit of automatic confirmation email receipts to use for tax purposes.
   
5. Ability to accept credit cards so donors don't need to hassle with checks.
   
6. Save time by allowing the system to process all the data so won't have to deal with paper work.
7. Have fun setting up your web page. 
   
   
19. Is my online information secure?
    Active.com delivers the highest level of trust and security. As a customer, you can be certain that the information you provide us with during the registration process stays private. We've partnered with Verisign to create a Secure Server which provides the highest level of privacy on the internet. Click here to view our Secure Server Information: http://www.activenetwork.com/security.htm
    
    
20. I forgot my user name and password?
    To retrieve your username and password please click on the following link http://www.active.com/explorer/index.cfm . Then click on “Forgot My Password” and enter in your email address to retrieve the password associated to your account.
    
    
21. How do I unsubscribe from emails?
    To unsubscribe from an email please hit the unsubscribe link at the bottom of the email you have received. Also you can send an email to support@active.com to request to be unsubscribed.