About Athletes vs Crohns & Colitis
Our Story
Athletes vs. Crohn’s & Colitis was founded in January of 2017 by Larry Nance Jr. and Noah Weber. Both were diagnosed with Crohn’s during their adolescent years and both were aspiring athletes who sought mentors who reached their athletic potential. Together they show that chronic illness doesn’t have to hold you back from reaching your goals.
2026 Sip and Chip Event
We had a fun-filled "sip and chip" golf outing and dinner fundraising event on Monday, July 27th, at Metropolis Country Club in White Plains, while raising money for the pediatric IBD community. It was an amazing day for our golfers who enjoyed hitting the greens for a good cause! Following golf, there was a fundraising dinner reception.
Grants for Research and Cure
Over the years, we have been honored to be able to present these world class facilities with donations:
- The Cleveland Clinic Children's Fund (Larry’s treatment center)
- Mt. Sinai Pediatric IBD Research Fund (Noah’s treatment center)
Annual College Scholarships
The annual AVC Scholarship is given to
a high school athlete attending college full-time who is undergoing treatment in the Cleveland or NYC area. Applicants need to demonstrate qualities that show luck is largely a byproduct of persistence, hard work, and positive attitude in tough or unfamiliar situations.