Form990
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Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private
foundations)
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2015 calendar year, or tax year beginning 01-01-2015 , and ending 12-31-2015
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
% RONALD GOLDSMAN VP FINANCE
Doing business as
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
733 Third Avenue Suite 510
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
New York, NY10017
D Employer identification number

13-6193105
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 74,757,658
F Name and address of principal officer:
Michael Osso
733 Third Avenue
new york,NY10017
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
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Website:MediumBullet
www.ccfa.org
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
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K Form of organization:  
L Year of formation: 1967
M State of legal domicile: NY
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: To cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 22
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 22
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2015 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 345
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 4,805
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 0
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ......... 7b 0
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 60,902,280 65,605,925
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 353,610 457,281
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 402,525 303,867
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 1,574,562 955,617
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) 63,232,977 67,322,690
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 22,077,615 27,125,150
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 22,344,207 23,859,390
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e) ..... 319,998 295,706
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet4,864,100    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 16,499,515 16,172,963
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 61,241,335 67,453,209
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... 1,991,642 -130,519
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 32,021,379 34,825,663
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 21,056,497 24,310,087
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 10,964,882 10,515,576
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y Form 990 (2015)
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Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III ..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: FOR ALMOST FIVE DECADES, THE CROHN'S & COLITIS FOUNDATION of america ("CCFA") HAS BEEN DEDICATED TO ITS MISSION OF FINDING A CURE FOR CROHN'S DISEASE AND ULCERATIVE COLITIS AND IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF CHILDREN AND ADULTS AFFECTED BY THESE DISEASES. CCFA HAS DEFINED ITSELF BY SPONSORING THE BEST AND BRIGHTEST RESEARCHERS RESULTING IN GROUNDBREAKING STUDIES AND RESEARCH INITIATIVES TO ADVANCE THE UNDERSTANDING AND TREATMENT OF INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASES ("IBD").
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? .....................
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program
services? ...........................
If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 29,391,182 including grants of $ 27,125,150 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
RESEARCH - SINCE ITS INCEPTION, CCFA HAS BEEN AT THE FOREFRONT OF MEDICAL RESEARCH IN CROHN'S DISEASE AND ULCERATIVE COLITIS -COLLECTIVELY KNOWN AS INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE (IBD). THERE ARE Three MAIN RESEARCH CATEGORIES: basic research, clinical research and translational research. BASIC RESEARCH EXPLORES THE SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATIONS OF THE DISEASES. IT ANSWERS SUCH QUESTIONS AS: WHAT IS THE UNDERLYING CAUSE OF CROHN'S AND ulcerative COLITIS? WHICH GENES ARE INVOLVED IN THESE DISEASES? WHAT IMPACT DOES the gut microbiome have on the course of the disease? ALTHOUGH BASIC RESEARCH IS COMPLEX, it is important to recognize that THESE STUDIES WILL ULTIMATELY LEAD TO THE CURE FOR IBD. CLINICAL RESEARCH DETERMINES WHICH MEDICAL AND SURGICAL OPTIONS WORK BEST FOR PATIENTS. Translational research applies findings from basic science to enhance human health and well-being. It aims to translate findings in fundamental research into medical practice and meaningful health outcomes, producing new treatments that can be used clinically. -CCFA HAS PLAYED A SIGNIFICANT ROLE IN MANY MAJOR SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGHS IN IBD, FROM GENERATING DATA THAT LED TO NEW THERAPIES TO THE DISCOVERY OF THE FIRST GENE FOR CROHN'S. -CCFA INVESTS IN building a new generation of researchers: IT TAKES 10 YEARS TO "build" a full-fledged, senior investigator. TO MAKE SURE THAT THE MOST TALENTED RESEARCHERS ENTER AND REMAIN IN THE FIELD OF IBD, CCFA PROVIDES RESEARCH TRAINING AWARDS TO DEVELOP THE NEXT GENERATION OF INVESTIGATORS. MANY OF TODAY'S MOST PROMINENT RESEARCHERS RECEIVED TRAINING AWARDS FROM CCFA EARLY IN THEIR CAREERS. -CCFA HAS A SCIENTIFIC STRATEGIC RESEARCH PLAN, "challenges in IBD research" WHICH PROVIDES A ROADMAP FOR ALL OF CCFAS RESEARCH PROGRAMS. As technology and science advance, CCFA recruits top IBD thought leaders from around the world to identify the priorities and resources that are essential for moving research from laboratory bench to patient care. CCFA BRINGS THE FINEST MINDS IN THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY (BOTH BASIC AND CLINICAL) AT ITS ANNUAL CONFERENCES, ADVANCES IN IBD AND DIGESTIVE DISEASE WEEK TO UPDATE THE PLAN. -CCFA SUPPORTS INNOVATIVE AND ESSENTIAL RESEARCH IN THE FIELD OF IBD. SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN 1967, CCFA HAS FUNDED OVER 1,400 PROJECTS AND INVESTED $268 MILLION IN RESEARCH.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 24,920,838 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 457,281 )
CCFA PROVIDES INFORMATION AND EDUCATION IN AN EFFORT TO REACH THE MORE THAN 1.6 MILLION american IBD PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH A VARIETY OF PERIODICALS, BOOKS, AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS, LOCAL CHAPTERS, ITS WEBCASTS, AND THROUGH ITS WEBSITE. CCFA ALSO REACHES ITS MANY MEMBERS WITH EXCLUSIVE MAILINGS. CCFA ALSO OFFERS PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION ON INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASES, ITS IBD JOURNAL, AND HEALTH PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS. CCFA SUPPORT SERVICES ARE DELIVERED THROUGH ITS CHAPTERS NATIONWIDE WHICH OFFER MORE THAN 200 SUPPORT GROUPS AND 12 SUMMER CAMPS for children with ibd. READ MORE ABOUT CCFA'S CHAPTERS ON ITS WEBSITE, WWW.CCFA.ORG, OR VIEW ITS WEBCASTS.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet54,312,020
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Form 990 (2015)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete Schedule AClick to see attachment.....................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)? Click to see attachment...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IClick to see attachment.............
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIClick to see attachment..............
4
Yes
 
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIIClick to see attachment.................
5
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IClick to see attachment..................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment.............
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IVClick to see attachment..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment......
10
 
No
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment...................
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIClick to see attachment.......
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIIClick to see attachment.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IXClick to see attachment............
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII Click to see attachment.................
12a
Yes
 
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
 
No
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? .....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........Click to see attachment
14b
Yes
 
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV.....Click to see attachment
15
Yes
 
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...Click to see attachment
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions) ....Click to see attachment
17
Yes
 
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............ Click to see attachment
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III...................Click to see attachment
19
Yes
 
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
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Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.....Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........Click to see attachment
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a...............
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds? ...............
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I............
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I ...................
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II ................
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part III.........
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L,
Part IV ........................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....................
28b
 
No
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV...
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M .............Click to see attachment
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part I.
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II ...........
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I ........
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1.........................
34
 
No
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
 
No
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 ...
35b
 
 
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2.............
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V...........
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
359
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
345
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O...
3b
 
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? ..
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? ..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? ...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible? ......................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? .....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282? .........................
7c
 
No
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required? ......................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C? ..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? .........................
8
 
 
9a
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?...
9a
 
 
b
Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?...
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI ..............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year
1a
22
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent
1b
22
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? ...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
 
No
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .......................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
Yes
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe in Schedule O how this was done...................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
AL , AK , AZ , AR , CA , CO , CT , DC , FL , HI , KS , LA , ME , MD , MA , MI , MN , MS , NH , NM , NY , OK , PA , TN , UT , VA , WA , WV , WI
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
MediumBulletRONALD GOLDSMAN VP FINANCE733 THIRD AVENUE   NEW YORK,NY100178804 (212) 685-3440
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Form 990 (2015)
Page 7
Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII ..............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) Richard Geswell non-voting......................................................................
President/CEO - (Thru 8/2015)
 35.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       520,651 0 84,859
(2) michael Osso non-voting......................................................................
President/CEO (as of 8/2015)
 35.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       326,752 0 24,188
(3) Andrew Stern......................................................................
Secretary
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(4) Bishop Walter Scott Thomas......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(5) Christopher Collette......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(6) David levenson......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(7) Donald Burke......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(8) Eric Stone......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(9) Francisco Sylvester MD......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(10) Irwin Rosenthal......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(11) james lewis......................................................................
trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(12) Jeffrey Margolis......................................................................
Trustee (Thru 3/2015)
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(13) Jeffrey Nedelman......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(14) Jennifer Feikin......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(15) Jennifer O'Neill......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(16) John Crosson......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(17) John Hasenauer......................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
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Page 8
Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(18) Maria Oliva-Hemker MD........................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(19) Matt Leavitt........................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(20) Maura Breen........................................................................
Chairman (thru 3/2015)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(21) Michele Rubin APN CNS CGRN........................................................................
Trustee (Thru 3/2015)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(22) Paul Salerno........................................................................
Treasurer
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(23) Paul Tartell MD........................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(24) Paula Hilbert........................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(25) Scott Snapper MD........................................................................
NSAC Chairman
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(26) Shelby Modell........................................................................
Trustee
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(27) Vance Gibbs Esquire........................................................................
Chairman (as of 3/2015)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(28) Robert Territo........................................................................
cfo/coo
 35.0
.......................0.0 		    X       231,449 0 13,053
(29) Caren Heller........................................................................
Chief Scientific Officer
 35.0
.......................0.0 		      X     306,856 0 8,909
(30) Judith Brown........................................................................
Chief development officer
 35.0
.......................0.0 		      X     250,576 0 36,655
(31) Michael Elkow........................................................................
EVP, CHAPTER GROWTH & DEVELOP.
 35.0
.......................0.0 		      X     215,688 0 15,053
(32) Marie Granieri........................................................................
chief of staff
 35.0
.......................0.0 		      X     225,390 0 13,067
(33) Sheri Markus-Kennell........................................................................
Senior VP,Business Development
 35.0
.......................0.0 		      X     159,429 0 19,591
(34) Kimberly Frederick-snapper........................................................................
AREA EXEC. DIR., NEw england
 35.0
.......................0.0 		        X   163,798 0 9,443
(35) Craig Comins........................................................................
Vice President, Team Challenge
 35.0
.......................0.0 		        X   153,858 0 17,360
(36) Erin Mulvey Stoeber........................................................................
VP marketing & communications
 35.0
.......................0.0 		        X   150,864 0 7,521
(37) Kristin Kaplan........................................................................
Vice President, Special Events
 35.0
.......................0.0 		        X   151,605 0 15,873
(38) Sheryl Rosenfeld........................................................................
Vice President, Take Steps
 35.0
.......................0.0 		        X   148,959 0 16,247
1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)...........MediumBullet 3,005,875 0 281,819
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization MediumBullet36
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such
individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
Blackbaud,
Po box 930256
ATLANTA,GA311930256 		cnstnt. d.base impl. 1,676,473
Deloitte Consulting LLP,
4022 belle drive
HERMINTAGE,TN37076 		patient d.base impl. 1,343,998
SANKY COMMUNICATION INC,
599 11TH AVENUE
NEW YORK,NY10036 		DIRECT RESPONSE 566,115
BARKLEY REI,
PO BOX 876270
KANSAS CITY,MO641876270 		Marketing 558,821
ROBERT MICHAEL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUT,
101 LAUREL ROAD SUITE 200
VOORHEES,NJ080432368 		EDUCATIONAL SERVICES 391,025
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet22
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Form 990 (2015)
Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII .............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512-514
Contributions, Gifts, GrantAmt and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a 1,697,539
b Membership dues..1b  
c Fundraising events..1c 27,132,904
d Related organizations1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e 421,795
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f 36,353,687
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$ 738,120
h Total.Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 65,605,925
Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a EDUCATION & CAMP REGISTRATION FEES 900099 457,281 457,281    
b
c
d
e
f All other program service revenue.        
g Total.Add lines 2a–2f.....MediumBullet 457,281
OtherAmt RevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and othersimilar amounts) ..........MediumBullet 144,240     144,240
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceedsMediumBullet 0      
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet 505,884     505,884
(ii) Personal (i) Real
6a Gross rents    
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss) 0 0
d Net rental income or (loss)......MediumBullet 0      
(ii) Other (i) Securities
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory   1,134,024
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses   974,397
c Gain or (loss)   159,627
d Net gain or (loss).....MediumBullet 159,627     159,627
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 27,132,904of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ....
a 6,136,123
b Less: direct expenses ...b 6,395,785
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet -259,662   -259,662
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a 323,928
b Less: direct expenses ...b 64,786
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities..MediumBullet 259,142     259,142
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances ..
a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet 0      
Business Code Miscellaneous Revenue
11a IBD JOURNAL STIPENDS/SPONSORSHIPS 900099 233,000     233,000
b REIMBURSEMENTS 900099 88,154     88,154
c SETTLEMENT PROCEEDS 900099 40,000     40,000
d All other revenue .... 89,099     89,099
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet 450,253
12 Total revenue. See Instructions......MediumBullet 67,322,690 457,281   1,259,484
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Page 10
Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX ..............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 25,224,006 25,224,006
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line 22 0  
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 1,901,144 1,901,144
4 Benefits paid to or for members 0  
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 2,582,556 1,682,723 566,768 333,066
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .... 0      
7 Other salaries and wages 16,173,529 10,234,893 4,050,980 1,887,654
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 719,504 457,173 177,142 85,189
9 Other employee benefits ....... 2,924,574 1,858,274 720,030 346,270
10 Payroll taxes ........... 1,459,227 927,193 359,262 172,772
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 0      
b Legal ......... 88,174 70,996 10,820 6,358
c Accounting ........... 117,980 94,974 14,476 8,530
d Lobbying ........... 74,248   74,248  
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 295,706 295,706
f Investment management fees ...... 0      
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) 5,485,037 4,416,467 673,062 395,508
12 Advertising and promotion .... 1,360,174 853,767 130,113 376,294
13 Office expenses ....... 1,986,870 1,599,789 243,806 143,275
14 Information technology ...... 1,161,194 934,971 142,488 83,735
15 Royalties .. 0      
16 Occupancy ........... 1,652,548 1,330,600 202,782 119,166
17 Travel ............ 1,895,983 1,526,609 232,653 136,721
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials . 0      
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 478,477 478,477    
20 Interest ........... 0      
21 Payments to affiliates ....... 0      
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .. 551,925 444,399 67,726 39,800
23 Insurance ... 318,039 256,079 39,026 22,934
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a PUBLICATIONS 1,001,939 806,742 122,947 72,250
b GRANTS REFUNDED/RESCINDED -955,716 -955,716    
c LIST RENTAL FEES 183,054 147,392 22,462 13,200
d MISCELLANEOUS 773,037 21,068 426,297 325,672
e All other expenses        
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 67,453,209 54,312,020 8,277,088 4,864,100
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
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Page 11
Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX ..............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ........ 0 1 0
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 8,675,578 2 12,287,542
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...... 5,469,618 3 5,145,241
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 0 4 0
5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of Schedule L
0 5 0
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
0 6 0
7 Notes and loans receivable, net .... 0 7 0
8 Inventories for sale or use ........ 518,622 8 519,703
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ...... 833,797 9 471,861
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 5,545,567
b Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 2,854,113 2,879,128 10c 2,691,454
11 Investments—publicly traded securities . 11,258,021 11 11,275,738
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 886,862 12 849,027
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 .. 0 13 0
14 Intangible assets ............... 0 14 0
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 1,499,753 15 1,585,097
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)... 32,021,379 16 34,825,663
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ..... 3,740,751 17 2,815,809
18 Grants payable ... 15,478,378 18 20,559,402
19 Deferred revenue ......... 1,300,000 19 352,646
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ......... 0 20 0
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D 0 21 0
22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L.. 0 22 0
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties .. 0 23 0
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties .. 0 24 0
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D 537,368 25 582,230
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.. 21,056,497 26 24,310,087
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets 2,555,201 27 -601,899
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ........... 8,409,681 28 11,117,475
29 Permanently restricted net assets 0 29 0
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund ...   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 10,964,882 33 10,515,576
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 32,021,379 34 34,825,663
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Form 990 (2015)
Page 12
Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI ..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
67,322,690
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
67,453,209
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
-130,519
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..
4
10,964,882
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
-350,478
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
31,691
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B))
10
10,515,576
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII .............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133?
3a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
 
 
Form 990 (2015)
Form 990 (2015)
Additional Data


Software ID:  
Software Version:  
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrow Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4


5
6
7
8
9
10
11
a
b
c
d
e
f
Enter the number of supported organizations ..............  

g
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i)Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)
Yes No
Total      

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) 2015 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any unusual grants.) .... 49,476,219 49,808,240 52,916,365 60,902,280 65,605,925 278,709,029
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......           0
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..           0
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3 49,476,219 49,808,240 52,916,365 60,902,280 65,605,925 278,709,029
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f).. 37,289,997
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4. 241,419,032
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) 2015 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 49,476,219 49,808,240 52,916,365 60,902,280 65,605,925 278,709,029
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources... 802,238 780,816 723,526 625,821 650,124 3,582,525
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.. 6,130 0 0 48,092 0 54,222
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.).. 6,614,989 7,552,953 7,753,879 7,775,390 6,910,304 36,607,515
11 Total support. Add lines 7 through 10. 318,953,291
12
12
1,998,201
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
75.691 %
15
15
74.711 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) 2015 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513...            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5.            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public support. (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)  
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) 2015 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.) ..            
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 11 of Part I. If you checked 11a of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you checked 11b of Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked 11c of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you checked 11d of Part I, complete Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
 
 
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer (b) and (c) below.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization made the determination.
3b
 
 
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
3c
 
 
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if you checked 11a or 11b in Part I, answer (b) and (c) below.
4a
 
 
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations.
4b
 
 
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
4c
 
 
5a
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer (b) and (c) below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the supported organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; (iii) the authority under the organization's organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by amendment to the organizing document).
5a
 
 
b
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the organization's organizing document?
5b
 
 
c
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
 
 
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone other than (i) its supported organizations, (ii) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or more of its supported organizations, or (iii) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
 
 
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor (defined in section 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) .
7
 
 
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described in line 7? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ).
8
 
 
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified persons as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9a
 
 
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined in line 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9b
 
 
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined in line 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from, assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9c
 
 
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4943(f) (regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations)? If “Yes,” answer line 10b below.
10a
 
 
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine whether the organization had excess business holdings).
10b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations (continued)
Yes
No
11
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (b) and (c) below, the governing body of a supported organization?
11a
 
 
b
A family member of a person described in (a) above?
11b
 
 
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (a) or (b) above? If “Yes” to a, b, or c, provide detail in Part VI.
11c
 
 
Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regularly appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If “No,” describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization’s activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied to such powers during the tax year.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting organization.
2
 
 
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported organization(s).
1
 
 
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the organization’s tax year, (i) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax year, (ii) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (iii) copies of the organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
1
 
 
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
2
 
 
3
By reason of the relationship described in (2), did the organization’s supported organizations have a significant voice in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or assets at all times during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations played in this regard.
3
 
 
Section E. Type III Functionally-Integrated Supporting Organizations
1
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
b
c
2
Activities Test. Answer (a) and (b) below.
Yes
No
a
Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities constituted substantially all of its activities.
2a
 
 
b
Did the activities described in (a) constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or more of the organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the reasons for the organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization’s involvement.
2b
 
 
3
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer (a) and (b) below.
a
Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of each of the supported organizations? Provide details in Part VI.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI. the role played by the organization in this regard.
3b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations
1
Section A - Adjusted Net Income (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Net short-term capital gain 1    
2 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 2    
3 Other gross income (see instructions) 3    
4 Add lines 1 through 3 4    
5 Depreciation and depletion 5    
6 Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) 6    
7 Other expenses (see instructions) 7    
8 Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) 8    

Section B - Minimum Asset Amount (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): 1
a Average monthly value of securities 1a    
b Average monthly cash balances 1b    
c Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets 1c    
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) 1d    
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors
(explain in detail in Part VI):  
2 Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets 2    
3 Subtract line 2 from line 1d 3    
4 Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 1-1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). 4    
5 Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) 5    
6 Multiply line 5 by .035 6    
7 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 7    
8 Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) 8    

Section C - Distributable Amount Current Year
1 Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) 1  
2 Enter 85% of line 1 2  
3 Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) 3  
4 Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 4  
5 Income tax imposed in prior year 5  
6 Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) 6  
7
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
Page 7
Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations (continued)
Section D - Distributions Current Year
1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes  
2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in
excess of income from activity		  
3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations  
4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets  
5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required)  
6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions  
7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6.  
8 Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide
details in Part VI). See instructions		  
9 Distributable amount for 2015 from Section C, line 6  
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount  

Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) (i)
Excess Distributions 		(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre-2015 		(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2015
1 Distributable amount for 2015 from Section C, line
6 		 
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2015
(reasonable cause required--see instructions)		  
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2015:
a
b
c
d From 2013.......  
e From 2014.......  
fTotal of lines 3a through e  
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
h Applied to 2015 distributable amount  
i Carryover from 2010 not applied (see
instructions)
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from 3f.  
4Distributions for 2015 from Section D, line 7:
$  
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
b Applied to 2015 distributable amount  
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4.  
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2015, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2
(if amount greater than zero, see instructions)		  
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2015. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1 (if amount greater than
zero, see instructions)		  
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2016. Add lines
3j and 4c.		  
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a
b
c Excess from 2013.......  
d From 2014.......  
e From 2015.......  
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2015)

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12; Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV, Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V, Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
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Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
Special Rules
......... Arrow Bullet $  
Caution. An organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
Form 990-EZ or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
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Name of organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
  		Employer identification number
13-6193105
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
 
 

   
 
 
  ,    

$ RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
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Name of organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
  		Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
Page 4
Name of organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
  		Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
SchCMd Bullet Complete if the organization is described below. SchCMd Bullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
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If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
Round Bullet Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
Round Bullet Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part I-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

1
Provide a description of the organization’s direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV.
2
Political expenditures ......................................................................................................................SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
Volunteer hours .............................................................................................................................
 

Part I-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 ................................SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 .......................SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .........................................
4a
Was a correction made? ......................................................................................................................
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part I-C
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities ..... SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt function activities ............................................................................................................................SchCMd Bullet

$  
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b...........SchCMd Bullet

$  
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ...................................................................
5
Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.
(a) Name (b) Address (c) EIN (d) Amount paid from filing organization's funds. If none, enter -0-. (e) Amount of political contributions received and promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-.
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Part II-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
A Check SchCMd Bulletexpenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures).
B Check SchCMd Bullet
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) 		(a) Filing
organization's
totals 		(b) Affiliated group totals
1a Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ...............................................    
b Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) ...........................................    
c Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) .......................................................................    
d Other exempt purpose expenditures .........................................................................................    
e Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ....................................................................    
f Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both
columns.		    
If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:The lobbying nontaxable amount is:
Not over $500,00020% of the amount on line 1e.
Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.
Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.
Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.
Over $17,000,000$1,000,000.
g Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) ..........................................................................    
h Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. ..........................................................................    
i Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. ...........................................................................    
j If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? ..............................................................................................................

4-Year Averaging Period Under section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in) 		(a) 2012 (b) 2013 (c) 2014 (d) 2015 (e) Total
2a Lobbying nontaxable amount          
b Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e)) 		 
c Total lobbying expenditures          
d Grassroots nontaxable amount          
e Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))		  
f Grassroots lobbying expenditures          
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Part II-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
For each "Yes" response on lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed description of the lobbying activity.
(a)
No
Yes
(b)
Amount
1
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:
a
Volunteers? ...........................................................................................................
 
No
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ........
 
No
c
Media advertisements? ...................................................................................................
 
No
 
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .............................................................................
Yes
 
 
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? ...........................................................
 
No
 
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? ..........................................................
 
No
 
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? .......................
Yes
 
80,814
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ..................
 
No
 
i
Other activities? ...................................................................................................................
Yes
 
74,248
j
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i ....................................................................................................
155,062
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 ...........................................
 
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 ...................
 
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ........................
 
 
Part III-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).
Yes
No
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ...............................................
1
 
 
2
Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ............................................
2
 
 
3
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? .................................
3
 
 
Part III-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No" OR (b) Part III-A, line 3, is answered “Yes."
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members ......................................................................
1
 
2
Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
Current year .............................................................................................................................
2a
 
b
Carryover from last year ............................................................................................................
2b
 
c
Total ...........................................................................................................................................
2c
 
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
 
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ......................................................................................................................
4
 
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) .........................................
5
 
Part IV
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; Part II-A (affiliated group list); Part II-A, lines 1 and 2 (see instructions), and Part ll-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule C, Part II-B, Line 1(i) The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc. (CCFA) pays the Health and Medicine Counsel of Washington D.C. to keep the organization up-to-date on what is transpiring with legislation on Capitol Hill concerning health and medicine. (Total amount paid in 2015 was $74,248). It should be noted that the Health and Medicine Counsel of Washington is a healthcare advocacy group that may lobby on behalf of healthcare organizations; however, it is not paid to directly undertake any lobbying activities on behalf of CCFA. CCFA holds a "Day on the Hill" event every year, in which patients suffering with Crohn's disease volunteer to travel to Washington D.C. to discuss proposed healthcare bills with legislators. The "Day on the Hill" event was conducted during the calendar year 2015, for which expenses incurred were approximately $80,814. Expenditures of $80,814 for the Day on the Hill of event have been reported on Schedule C, Part II-B, 1(g). Included within the $80,814 are expenses incurred for mailings made to members, legislators or the public (line 1(d)); accordingly the Foundation has marked box 1(d) yes, but not reported an expense on that line (to avoid double-counting).
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990.
Information about Schedule D (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year ....    
2 Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)    
3 Aggregate value of grants from (during year)    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ....    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ...........
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ............................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ...................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................... 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register ... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? ............
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .............................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?...
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table: Amount
c Beginning balance ............................. 1c  
d Additions during the year ............................ 1d  
e Distributions during the year .......................... 1e  
f Ending balance ................................ 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability?
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ........
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current year (b)Prior year (c)Two years back (d)Three years back (e)Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance ....          
b Contributions ...          
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses          
d Grants or scholarships ...          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ... 		         
f Administrative expenses ....          
g End of year balance ......          
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet  
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet  
c
Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet  
The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations .................
3a(i)
 
 
(ii) related organizations .................
3a(ii)
 
 
b
If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis
(investment) 		(b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land ...      
b Buildings        
c Leasehold improvements   445,868 111,305 334,563
d Equipment ...   2,090,488 1,610,449 480,039
e Other ...   3,009,211 1,132,359 1,876,852
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)..SchDMdBullet 2,691,454
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c)Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
(3)Other
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes 0
REINSURANCE CONTRACTS 263,086
DEFERRED RENT 319,144
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 582,230
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 78,650,474
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .... 2a -350,478
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b 11,734,725
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 31,691
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 11,415,938
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1.................. 3 67,234,536
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b 88,154
c Add lines 4a and 4b.................... 4c 88,154
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 67,322,690
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 79,099,780
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2a 11,734,725
b Prior year adjustments ............ 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d.................... 2e 11,734,725
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1................... 3 67,365,055
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 4b 88,154
c Add lines 4a and 4b..................... 4c 88,154
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 67,453,209

Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Reconciliation of Revenue Part XI, Line 2d Changes in Charitable Remainder Trusts: $31,691 Part XI, Line 4b Reimbursements reclassed to Part VIII: $88,154 Reconciliation of Expenses Part XII, Line 4b Reimbursements reclassed to Part VIII: $88,154
Income Taxes Part X Accounting for uncertainty in tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return, including issues relating to financial statement recognition and measurement, provides that the tax effects from an uncertain tax position can be recognized in the financial statements only if the position is "more-likely-than-not" to be sustained if the position were to be challenged by a taxing authority. The assessment of the tax position is based solely on the technical merits of the position, without regard to the likelihood that the tax position may be challenged. The Foundation is exempt from income tax under the Code, however, is subject to tax on income unrelated to its exempt purposes, unless that income is otherwise excluded under the Code. The tax years ending 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 are still open to audit for both federal and state purposes. The adoption of this guidance did not have an impact on the Foundation's financial statements as management believes that there are no material uncertain tax positions within its financial statements.
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SCHEDULE F(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Statement of Activities Outside the United States
Right pointing arrow large image Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,Part IV, line 14b, 15, or 16.Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990. Right pointing arrow large image See separate instructions.Right pointing arrow large image Information about Schedule F (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part I
General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b.
1
For grantmakers.Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of its grants and
other assistance, the grantees’ eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria used
to award the grants or assistance? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
For grantmakers. Describe in Part V the organization’s procedures for monitoring the use of its grants and other assistance outside the United States.
3
Activites per Region. (The following Part I, line 3 table can be duplicated if additional space is needed.)
(a) Region (b) Number of offices in the region (c) Number of employees, agents, and independent contractors in region (d) Activities conducted in region (by type) (e.g., fundraising, program services, investments, grants to recipients located in the region) (e) If activity listed in (d) is a program service, describe specific type of
service(s) in region		 (f) Total expenditures
for and investments
in region
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland)     Grantmaking research 1,140,674
East Asia and the Pacific     Grantmaking research 147,429
North America     Grantmaking research 613,041
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
3a Sub-total .....     1,901,144
b Total from continuation sheets to Part I ...      
c Totals (add lines 3a and 3b)     1,901,144
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Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations or Entities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 15, for any recipient who received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
1 (a) Name of organization (b) IRS code section
and EIN (if applicable)		 (a)(c) Region (b)(d) Purpose of
grant 		(e) Amount of
cash grant 		(f) Manner of
cash
disbursement 		(g) Amount
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(i) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
East Asia and the Pacific Research 147,429 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 80,000 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 170,000 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 98,306 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 116,600 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 121,850 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 83,069 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 117,342 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 119,900 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 107,843 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 115,764 Bank Wire      
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) Research 10,000 Bank Wire      
North America Research 107,295 Bank Wire      
North America Research 129,121 Bank Wire      
North America Research 110,795 Bank Wire      
North America Research 115,830 Bank Wire      
2 Enter total number of recipient organizations listed above that are recognized as charities by the foreign country, recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS, or for which the grantee or counsel has provided a section 501(c)(3) equivalency letter .......MediumBullet
16
3 Enter total number of other organizations or entities .......................MediumBullet
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 16.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Region (c) Number of recipients (d) Amount of
cash grant 		(e) Manner of cash
disbursement 		(f) Amount of
non-cash
assistance 		(g) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
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Part IV
Foreign Forms
1 Was the organization a U.S. transferor of property to a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes,"the organization may be required to file Form 926, Return by a U.S. Transferor of Property to a Foreign Corporation (see Instructions for Form 926). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Did the organization have an interest in a foreign trust during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to separately file Form 3520, Annual Return to Report Transactions with Foreign Trusts and Receipt of Certain Foreign Gifts, and/or Form 3520-A, Annual Information Return of Foreign Trust With a U.S. Owner (see Instructions for Forms 3520 and 3520-A). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5471, Information Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Corporations. (see Instructions for Form 5471). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Was the organization a direct or indirect shareholder of a passive foreign investment company or a qualified electing fund during the tax year? If “Yes,” the organization may be required to file Form 8621, Information Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company or Qualified Electing Fund. (see Instructions for Form 8621) .
5 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign partnership during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8865, Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships. (see Instructions for Form 8865). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Did the organization have any operations in or related to any boycotting countries during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to separately file Form 5713, International Boycott Report (see Instructions for Form 5713).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Schedule F (Form 990) 2015
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Part V
Supplemental Information
Provide the information required by Part I, line 2 (monitoring of funds); Part I, line 3, column (f) (accounting method; amounts of investments vs. expenditures per region); Part II, line 1 (accounting method); Part III (accounting method); and Part III, column (c) (estimated number of recipients), as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. right arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrowInformation about Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If "Yes," list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.


(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser) 		(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity 		(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i) 		(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
sanky communication direct response   No 4,075,549 266,282 3,509,434
infocision management corp tele- marketing   No 19,235 29,424 -10,189
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right arrow 4,094,784 295,706 3,499,245
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
AL, AK, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
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Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.




VerticalRevenue
(a) Event #1

Take Steps
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

Team Challenge
(event type) 		(c) Other events

77
(total number) 		(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))

1
Gross receipts . . . . .
10,498,878
7,290,483
15,479,666
33,269,027

2
Less: Contributions . . . .
9,312,594
5,809,068
12,011,242
27,132,904
3 Gross income (line 1 minus
line 2) . . . . . .
1,186,284
1,481,415
3,468,424
6,136,123



VerticalDirectExpenses
4 Cash prizes . . . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . . . .        
6 Rent/facility costs . . . . 469,348 239,454 2,610,630 3,319,432
7 Food and beverages . . .        
8 Entertainment . . . .        
9 Other direct expenses . . . 716,936 1,241,962 1,117,455 3,076,353
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow 6,395,785
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d). . . . . . . . . . right arrow -259,662
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue
(a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo 		(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))

1
Gross revenue . . . . .
 
 
323,928
323,928
VerticalDirectExpenses

2
Cash prizes . . . . .
 
 
 
 

3
Noncash prizes . . . .
 
 
 
 

4
Rent/facility costs . . . .
 
 
 
 

5
Other direct expenses . . .
716,936
1,241,962
1,117,455
3,076,353


6

Volunteer labor . . . .
%
%
%


7
Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow
64,786

8
Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d). . . . . . . . . right arrow
259,142

9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities: CA , CO , CT , FL , GA , MA , MO , NV , NY , NC , OH , OR , PA , TX , WA
a
Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states? . . . . . . . .
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? . . .
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
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11
Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers? . . . . . . . . . . .
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:
a
The organization's facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13a
%
b
An outside facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13b
100.000 %
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Ronald Goldsman
Address right arrow
733 Third Avenue Suite 510
New York,NY10017
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
See part IV
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $ 0
Description of services provided right arrow
none
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v); and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule G, Part III - GAMING ACTIVITIES The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc. only partakes in gaming activities to the extent the organization holds a raffle or game of chance during a gala, dinner or other special event. Each chapter is responsible for conducting its own special event activities and, as such, the organization does not have one person who oversees all gaming activities for purposes of Schedule G, Part III, Lines 14 & 16. Raffles are conducted as part of special events and not as separate fundraising activities. Chapters are responsible for securing applicable licenses and complying with reporting requirements. For the period covered by this return, only seventeen chapters held raffles in fifteen states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Washington.
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990.
lBullet Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
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Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number
13-6193105
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ........................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient
that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) Albert Einstein College of Medicine of YU
1300 Morris Park Ave
Bronx,NY10461 		13-1624225 501(C)(3) 140,000       Research
(2) Baylor College of Medicine
One Baylor Plaza
Houston,TX77030 		74-1613878 501(C)(3) 80,700       Research
(3) Beth Israel Deaconess Med Center
330 Brookline Avenue
Boston,MA02215 		04-2103881 501(C)(3) 115,799       Research
(4) Boston Childrens Hospital
300 Longwood Avenue
Boston,MA02215 		10-4277444 501(C)(3) 916,564       Research
(5) Brigham & Womens Hospital Inc
75 Francis Street
Boston,MA02215 		10-4231290 501(C)(3) 225,248       Research
(6) Broad Institute Inc
415 Main Street
Cambridge,MA02142 		04-2312909 501(C)(3) 40,000       Research
(7) Brown University
Brown University 164
Providence,RI02912 		05-0258809 501(C)(3) 90,000       Research
(8) California Inst Biomedical Research
11119 N Torrey Pines
La Jolla,CA92037 		45-3682796 501(C)(3) 58,250       Research
(9) Case Western Reserve University
10900 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland,OH44106 		34-1018992 501(C)(3) 386,500       Research
(10) Children's Hospital & Research Center at Oakland
747 52nd Street
Oakland,CA94609 		94-0382330 501(C)(3) 115,830       Research
(11) Children's Hospital Los Angeles
4650 Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles,CA90027 		19-5612191 501(C)(3) 58,250       Research
(12) Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
3333 Burnet Avenue
Cincinnati,OH45229 		13-1083393 501(C)(3) 629,330       Research
(13) Cleveland Clinic Foundation
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland,OH44195 		34-0714585 501(C)(3) 115,830       Research
(14) Columbia University Med Center
630 West 168th St
New York,NY10032 		13-5598093 501(C)(3) 57,915       Research
(15) Dartmouth Medical school
1 Rope Ferry Rd
Hanover,NH03755 		02-0222111 501(C)(3) 1,000,000       Research
(16) Duke University Medical Center
2200 West Main Street
Durham,NC27705 		56-0532129 501(C)(3) 90,000       Research
(17) Emory University
1599 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta,GA30322 		58-0566256 501(C)(3) 1,648,085       Research
(18) Federation of American Societies for Experimental
9650 Rockville Pike
Bethesda,MD20814 		52-0700497 501(C)(3) 10,000       Research
(19) Fed Clin Immunology Soc
N83 W13410 Leon Rd
M Falls,WI53051 		76-0715404 501(C)(3) 10,000       Research
(20) Georgia State University
38 Peachtree Center Avenue Suite 5
Atlanta,GA30302 		15-8056625 501(C)(3) 342,000       Research
(21) Harvard Medical School
25 Shattuck Street
Boston,MA02115 		04-2103580 501(C)(3) 58,250       Research
(22) Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
One Gustave L Levy Place Box 1075
New York,NY10029 		13-6171197 501(C)(3) 1,279,495       Research
(23) Iowa State Un of Science & Tech
3069 Admin services Bldg
Ames,IA50011 		42-6004224 501(C)(3) 82,707       Research
(24) Johns Hopkins U
12529 Coll Center Dr
Chicago,IL60693 		58-6002050 501(C)(3) 55,685       Research
(25) La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology
9420 Athena Circle
La Jolla,CA92037 		33-0328688 501(C)(3) 58,250       Research
(26) Massachusetts General Hospital
55 Fruit Street
Boston,MA02114 		10-4269798 501(C)(3) 981,660       Research
(27) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge,MA02139 		04-2103594 501(C)(3) 152,676       Research
(28) Mayo Clinic
200 First St SW
Rochester,MN559050001 		41-6011702 501(C)(3) 208,250       Research
(29) NYU School of Medicine
One Park Avenue
New York,NY10016 		13-5562308 501(C)(3) 90,000       Research
(30) Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
825 NE 13th Street
Oklahoma City,OK73104 		17-3058027 501(C)(3) 54,450       Research
(31) Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospit
700 Childrens Dr
Columbus,OH43205 		31-6056230 501(C)(3) 203,609       Research
(32) Sanford-Burnham Med Research Inst
10901 N T Pines Rd
La Jolla,CA92037 		52-0595110 501(C)(3) 58,250       Research
(33) Soc for Mucosal Immunology
N83 W13410 Leon Rd
M Falls,WI53051 		54-1419447 501(C)(3) 10,000       Research
(34) St Jude Children's Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Pl
Memphis,TN381053678 		16-2064601 501(C)(3) 115,830       Research
(35) Stanford University
3172 Porter Drive
Palo Alto,CA94304 		94-1156365 501(C)(3) 57,935       Research
(36) State University of New York University at Buffal
3435 Main Street
Buffalo,NY14214 		16-0865182 501(C)(3) 89,500       Research
(37) SUNY Upstate Medical U
750 E ADAMS St
Syracuse,NY13210 		14-1368361 501(C)(3) 58,250       Research
(38) Children's Hospital
3615 Civic Cent
Philadelphia,PA19104 		23-2237932 501(C)(3) 110,129       Research
(39) The Medical College of Wisconsin Inc
8701 Watertown Plank Rd PO Box 2
Milwaukee,WI532260509 		06-0646973 501(C)(3) 115,830       Research
(40) The Rector and Visitors of the University of Virgi
PO Box 400195
Charlottesville,VA22904 		54-6001796 501(C)(3) 115,830       Research
(41) The Regents of the U of Ca
11000 Kinross Ave
Los Angeles,CA90095 		95-6006143 501(C)(3) 2,352,850       Research
(42) The Regents of the U of Ca - SD
9500 Gilman Dr
La Jolla,CA92093 		19-5600614 501(C)(3) 231,660       Research
(43) Regents of U of Ca Riverdale
Office of Research
Riverdale,CA92521 		95-6006142 501(C)(3) 115,830       Research
(44) Regents of the U of Ca San Fran
3333 California St
San Francisco,CA94118 		94-6036493 501(C)(3) 379,910       Research
(45) The Regents of U of Mi
1500 E Med Center Dr
Ann Arbor,MI48109 		38-6006309 501(C)(3) 545,269       Research
(46) The Rockefeller University
1230 York Avenue
New York,NY10065 		13-1624158 501(C)(3) 205,830       Research
(47) Trustees of U PA
3451 Walnut St
Phil,PA19104 		23-1352685 501(C)(3) 804,279       Research
(48) The University of AL
1720 2nd Ave S
Birmingham,AL352940111 		63-6005396 501(C)(3) 321,660       Research
(49) The University of Chicago
1427 E 60TH St
Chicago,IL60637 		36-2177139 501(C)(3) 114,325       Research
(50) The University of NC
104 Airport Drive
Chapel Hill,NC27599 		56-6001393 501(C)(3) 1,689,061       Research
(51) Trudeau Institute Inc
154 Algonquin Avenue
Saranac Lake,NY12983 		43-0653611 501(C)(3) 115,830       Research
(52) Tulane University School of Med
1430 Tulane Ave
New Orleans,LA70112 		72-0423889 501(C)(3) 108,915       Research
(53) University of California Davis Health Systems
4400 V Street
Sacramento,CA95817 		84-6000555 501(C)(3) 90,000       Research
(54) University of California Los Angeles
675 Charles E Young Dr
LA,CA90095 		95-6006143 501(C)(3) 122,360       Research
(55) University of California San Diego - Health Scien
9500 Gilman Drive
La Jolla,CA92093 		95-6006144 501(C)(3) 334,955       Research
(56) University of Colorado
500 13001 E 17th Pl
Aurora,CO80045 		84-6000555 501(C)(3) 349,371       Research
(57) University of Massachusetts Medical School
55 Lake Avenue North
Worcester,MA01655 		04-3167352 501(C)(3) 115,830       Research
(58) University of New Mexico HSC
1 U of New Mexico
Albuquerque,NM87131 		85-6000642 501(C)(3) 90,000       Research
(59) University of Pittsburgh
123 University Place
Pittsburgh,PA15213 		25-0965591 501(C)(3) 115,517       Research
(60) University of Utah
75 S 2000 Rm111
Salt Lake City,UT84112 		87-6000525 501(C)(3) 114,938       Research
(61) UT SW Medicine
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas,TX75390 		17-5600286 501(C)(3) 58,250       Research
(62) Vanderbilt University Medical Center
1400 18th Avenue South
Nashville,TN37212 		16-2047682 501(C)(3) 408,423       Research
(63) Virginia Commonwealth University
PO BOX 980568
Richmond,VA232980568 		54-6001758 501(C)(3) 79,835       Research
(64) Washington University
One Brookings Drive
St Louis,MO63130 		43-0653611 501(C)(3) 3,424,903       Research
(65) Weill Medical College
413 East 69th St
New York,NY10022 		13-1623978 501(C)(3) 241,660       Research
(66) Yale University
300 Cedar Street PO Box 208057
New Haven,CT06520 		06-0646973 501(C)(3) 347,260       RESEARCH
2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................. Bullet Image
67
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Number of
recipients		 (c) Amount of
cash grant		 (d) Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e) Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f) Description of non-cash assistance
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Grants Part I, Line 1 The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc. ("CCFA") is a non-profit organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. To accomplish this, the Foundation subsidizes research into both diseases. grants are awarded for specific projects for specific research and ccfa requires the researcher to issue progress reports periodically as the project is being completed. Most awards are gifted for a period of 3 years with an annual progress report presented to the Chief Scientific Officer and the National Scientific Advisory Committee for review and approval. If the progress reports do not show significant strides in the research, the grant will not be approved for additional funding and will be terminated.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990.
SchJMediumBullet Information about Schedule J (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed on Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain .........
1b
 
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ..
2
 
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ................
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
 
No
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization?
5b
 
No
If "Yes," on line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization?
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," on line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
Yes
 
8
Were any amounts reported on Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" on line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
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Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported on Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation in column(B) reported as deferred on prior Form 990
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
1Richard Geswell non-votingPresident/CEO - (Thru 8/2015) (i)

(ii)		 520,651
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  		0
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  		0
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  		76,753
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  		8,106
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  		605,510
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
2michael Osso non-votingPresident/CEO (as of 8/2015) (i)

(ii)		 291,752
-------------
  		35,000
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		20,750
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  		3,438
-------------
  		350,940
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
3Robert Territocfo/coo (i)

(ii)		 219,449
-------------
  		12,000
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		10,961
-------------
  		2,092
-------------
  		244,502
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
4Caren HellerChief Scientific Officer (i)

(ii)		 306,856
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		6,909
-------------
  		2,000
-------------
  		315,765
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  		0
-------------
 
5Judith BrownChief development officer (i)

(ii)		 235,576
-------------
  		15,000
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		31,622
-------------
  		5,033
-------------
  		287,231
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
6Michael ElkowEVP, CHAPTER GROWTH & DEVELOP. (i)

(ii)		 215,688
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		7,000
-------------
  		8,053
-------------
  		230,741
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
7Marie Granierichief of staff (i)

(ii)		 213,390
-------------
  		12,000
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		12,772
-------------
  		295
-------------
  		238,457
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
8Sheri Markus-KennellSenior VP,Business Development (i)

(ii)		 154,429
-------------
  		5,000
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		9,835
-------------
  		9,756
-------------
  		179,020
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
9Kimberly Frederick-snapperAREA EXEC. DIR., NEw england (i)

(ii)		 157,498
-------------
  		6,300
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		9,443
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		173,241
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
10Craig CominsVice President, Team Challenge (i)

(ii)		 151,358
-------------
  		2,500
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		9,512
-------------
  		7,848
-------------
  		171,218
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
11Erin Mulvey StoeberVP marketing & communications (i)

(ii)		 150,864
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		7,521
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		158,385
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
12Kristin KaplanVice President, Special Events (i)

(ii)		 146,605
-------------
  		5,000
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		9,180
-------------
  		6,693
-------------
  		167,478
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
13Sheryl RosenfeldVice President, Take Steps (i)

(ii)		 146,459
-------------
  		2,500
-------------
  		0
-------------
  		7,688
-------------
  		8,559
-------------
  		165,206
-------------
  		0
-------------
 
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Schedule J (Form 990) 2015
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Supplemental Information
Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II. Also complete this part for any additional information.
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COMPENSATION SCHEDULE J, PART I, LINE 3 THE CROHN'S & COLITIS FOUNDATION IS DEPENDENT ON EXPERIENCED AND QUALIFIED LEADERSHIP TO ACHIEVE ITS GOALS. FACTORS SUCH AS ANNUAL GROSS REVENUES, GEOGRAPHIC LOCATIONS, TENURE, MISSION EXPENSES AND INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE HELP DETERMINE SENIOR LEADERSHIP COMPENSATION. THE PRESIDENT'S COMPENSATION IS DETERMINED ON AN ANNUAL BASIS BY THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD AND COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS COMMITTEE USING GUIDELINES AND COMPARABle DATA PROVIDED IN NATIONAL COMPENSATION STUDIES OF CHIEF STAFF EXECUTIVES. IN JANUARY, 2015, THE FOUNDATION HIRED AN INDEPENDENT COMPENSATION CONSULTANT TO REVIEW AND VALIDATE THE COMPENSATION IT PAYS ITS EMPLOYEES. THE FOUNDATION'S PRACTICE WILL BE TO CONTINUE TO RELY ON BENCHMARKING SURVEYS AND OTHER INDUSTRY DATA COMPARING THE COMPENSATION CCFA PAYS TO ITS EMPLOYEES WITH COMPENSATION PAID TO EMPLOYEES OF OTHER NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS OF SIMILAR SIZE. Incentive Program Schedule J, Part I, Line 7 The President's bonus and incentive compensation is predicated off of a set of objectives that are developed and updated each year. These objectives include raising revenues, management of expenses, development of regions and related performance, building of infrastructure and maximization of mission expenditures. Results are evaluated by the Compensation and Benefits Committee and the incentive is ultimately determined based on ratings of performance of these objectives. For all other employees, presidents' impact awards are given if the individual exceeds his/her annual performance objectives and must be recommended by their supervisor.
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Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded . X 79 738,120 Market Price
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
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27 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
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Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement
29
 
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, that
it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
Yes
 
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
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Name of the organization
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc
 
Employer identification number

13-6193105
Return Reference Explanation
Relationships Part VI, Section A, line 2 Board member Scott Snapper and highly compensated employee Kimberly Frederick-Snapper have a family relationship. Bylaws Changes Part VI, Section A, line 4 Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America amended its bylaws in calendar year 2015 to clarify which officers are empowered with signatory authority on contractual arrangements involving the organization. Process used to review form 990 Part VI, section B, Line 11 The Form 990 was prepared by a national accounting firm in conjunction with the organization's finance department. A copy of the draft form 990 was circulated and reviewed with the Chair of the Audit and Finance Committee members for discussion and comment. A copy of the 990 is distributed to all Board of Trustees prior to filing.
Conflict of Interest Policy Monitoring & Enforcement Part VI, Section B, Line 12 All officers, directors, trustees, and key employees of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc. ("CCFA") are required to annually disclose any conflicts of interest that arise by virtue of employment, board service, or position with CCFA. CCFA monitors compliance with its conflict of interest policy through an annual questionnaire/disclosure statement that is distributed to these individuals. Potential conflicts are investigated immediately.
Process for determining compensation Part VI, section B, Lines 15 a & b The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is dependent on experienced and qualified leadership to achieve its goals. Factors such as annual gross revenues, geographic locations, tenure, mission and individual performance help determine senior leadership compensation. The President's compensation is determined on an annual basis by the Chairman of the Board and Compensation and Benefits Committee using guidelines and comparable data provided in National Compensation Studies of Chief Staff Executives. In January 2015, The Foundation hired an independent compensation consultant to review and validate the compensation it pays its executives (and all employees, for that matter). The Foundation's practice will be to continue to rely on benchmarking surveys and other industry data comparing the compensation CCFA pays to its employees with compensation paid to employees of other not for profit organizations of similar size.
Availability of documents to the public part vi, section C, line 19 The taxpayer makes its Form 990 available to the public by retaining a copy at its place of business and on its website at www.ccfa.org. The Form 990 is likewise published on the internet at www.guidestar.org. The organization's financial statements are posted on its website. Governing documents and conflict of interest policy will be provided upon request at management's discretion.
Contributions Part VIII, line 1g, Noncash contributions The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc. ("CCFA") has utilized the services of Car Program, Inc., an organization that receives donated vehicles, sells them and remits the net proceeds to several charitable organizations. The vehicles are not donated directly to CCFA nor does CCFA have ownership rights to them. In 2015, CCFA received $17,304 in revenues from this program. Additionally, CCFA receives considerable in-kind contributions in the form of donated public service announcements on television and radio statements and services received from physicians and health professionals that have made significant contributions of their time in furtherance of CCFA's mission. The fair value of such in-kind contributions is reflected in the statement of activities as contributed services and airtime revenue and health professional education and public information program service expense. Since donated services are not reported on the Form 990, CCFA has not reported the contributed services and airtime on Schedule M or Part VIII, line 1(G). For the year ending December 31, 2015, contributed services and airtime amounted to $11,734,725. Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Other changes in net assets Changes in Charitable Remainder Trusts - $31,691
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