It's March (finally) and that means it's time to start thinking about the big March for Babies! Last year was our first time participating in the March of Dimes March for Babies and I can say it was one of the best experiences I've ever had. Getting involved with a cause that has hit so close to home was a first for us and to know that our team did such amazing work and impacted the March of Dimes organization was so exciting.
Last year we had over 30 walkers and raised over $2,600. We did an outstanding job - especially it being our first year. This year I am on a committee to help support other family teams and I can tell you after becoming more knowledgeable of the March of Dimes organization I realize how important they are for not only premature babies like Lucy, but for full term babies as well. MOD has been the leader in promoting newborn screening tests in states all across the country.
This year we understand that people may not be able to give as much or at all to charities but we still very much believe in the cause of March of Dimes and know that every little bit helps. A donation of $5. or $10. dollars still impacts the organization and will help ALL babies have a chance at a long and healthy life. Our team goal this year is $1,500. - to represent Lucy's birth weight of 1 pound 5 ounces. If you would like to support Team Lucy Bug! in the March for Babies walk you can make an online donation at our team website http://www.marchforbabies.org/teams/575611 or you can click on my March for Babies badge on the right sidebar. If you are interested in joining and walking with our team, the day of the march is Saturday April 25th at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center in West Valley. The walk begins at 10:00 am. You can join our team at the link listed above to create your own profile, set a personal goal and receive pledges.
Thank you for supporting our team. We are so blessed with Lucy and her health and all of the many effects of prematurity that she dodged. But we still endured 79 days of her being in the NICU and many uncertain, scary nights that no parent should have to go through. If we can do anything to help prevent premature births, to help those grieving for babies lost and to promote funding for research for all babies to be born healthy - we will support this cause.
March for Babies 2008
3 comments:
We are so excited to be able to participate in "The March" again this year. It means the world to us to have our little Lucy be so strong, healthy and happy. Our family will never forget the 79 days Bug spent in the NICU and everything she and Codi and Blake endured together. We think of this as not only a fundraiser for other babies and their families, but a special day when we can celebrate Lucy's life with family and friends. It is a fun, uplifting day when we can all be together and donate for a great cause. Thanks Codi for letting me take the liberty of using your blog to voice my feelings.
We love you our sweet girl.
Love, Gammy and Poppa
Last year was amazing! We are happy to support this cause. We will be there for the walk with you, Miss vivacious Luce!
We would love to participate again and honor Lucy and the miracle she is! Count us in!! xoxo Kim
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