March of Dimes

10/30/2026

💜 SAVE THE DATE: FAYETTE GIVES IS NOVEMBER 5! 💜

In just one week, our Fayette County community will come together for 12 hours of giving from 8 AM to 8 PM to make a difference for local families.

For March of Dimes, this work is about more than numbers. It’s about helping moms have healthier pregnancies, giving babies a stronger start, and making sure families have support when they need it most.

On November 5, you can help make that work possible with a gift to March of Dimes through Fayette Gives. Your support helps us continue fighting for healthier moms and babies right here in our community. 💜

Mark your calendar and join us on November 5!

Learn more & get ready to give:
https://www.fayettegives.org/organizations/march-of-dimes-1aa583e2-1f72-4d27-a989-3363611d3ab8

The Fayette Gives countdown is on! Check writing donors can drop off their donation at CFFC, 250 West Main Street in Uniontown. Prefer to give online? Visit fayettegives.org on Nov. 5th between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

10/28/2026

Please join us in welcoming Miranda Nuzum DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CCRN from WVU Medicine Golisano Children's to the March of Dimes Western PA Board of Directors! We’re thrilled to have Miranda join our Board and bring her experience, perspective and passion for improving the health of moms and babies. Her work with WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s brings valuable insight to our mission, and we’re grateful to have her helping us make a difference for moms, babies and families across Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Welcome, Miranda! We’re so glad to have you as part of the March of Dimes family and look forward to all we will accomplish together!

Interested in giving back in your community and volunteering with the March of Dimes? I’d love to connect with you. Please email me at [email protected] to learn more.

10/27/2026

After her newborn daughter spent two months in the NICU before passing away, Carly Itami returned to that unit as a NICU Family Support Program Coordinator, inspired to help other families receive the same care and support she did. Here’s to 25 years of NICU Family Support® and its commitment to ensuring that no family has to navigate their NICU journey alone.

Since 2001, we've reached more than 1.25 million NICU families across the country, helping them feel informed, supported, and less alone during some of their most difficult days. This year, we're celebrating 25 years of NICU Family Support® by honoring the families, healthcare providers, and partners who have made this work possible.

Together, in Western Pennsylvania and across the nation, we're building a future where every NICU family gets the support they need, today and for generations to come. 💜

10/27/2026

A huge THANK YOU to our 2026 Pittsburgh March of Dimes Signature Chefs™ Media Sponsor, 93.7 THE FAN!

We’re so grateful for your support in helping us spread the word about this incredible event and, more importantly, the mission behind it. Your partnership helps us reach more people and raise more support for moms and babies in our community.

Join us for the 2026 Pittsburgh Signature Chefs Auction on Monday, November 9 at the Westin Pittsburgh!

Can’t make it? You can still make a difference with a Fund the Mission donation to support the March of Dimes mission.

For more information visit: https://onecau.se/_eyzbm1

10/26/2026

Matthew’s memory is part of the Puebla family’s story.

This October, for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, the family honors their son, who was stillborn at 25 weeks.

They share their story in loving memory of Matthew and in recognition of families navigating pregnancy and infant loss.

10/23/2026

A huge THANK YOU to our 2026 Pittsburgh March of Dimes Signature Chefs™ In-Kind Partner, Fast Times Screen Printing & Sign Co.! 💜

We’re so grateful for your generosity and for helping bring our Signature Chefs Auction to life. Your support helps us put more dollars toward our mission of improving the health of moms and babies.

You can still support the mission with a Fund the Mission donation every dollar helps us continue this important work: https://onecau.se/_eyzbm1

Thank you, Fast Times Screen Printing & Sign Co., for being part of our team and helping us make a difference for moms and babies!

10/21/2026

We are so excited to recognize our incredible Platinum Sponsors for the 2026 March of Dimes Signature Chefs™! 💜

A huge thank you to Fortna, FedEx, UPMC, and UPMC Health Plan for their generous support. We couldn’t do this without amazing partners like you who help make a difference for moms and babies in our community.

We would love for you to join us on November 9th at The Westin Pittsburgh for an unforgettable evening in support of the March of Dimes mission! To purchase tickets or learn more, please visit https://onecau.se/_eyzbm1.

Together we can help create a healthier future for every mom and every baby.

10/20/2026

A special thank you to our March of Dimes Signature Chefs™ Platinum sponsor Fortna. Together, we fight every day for the health of all moms and babies. We’re proud to be able to call on you to support families against the challenges of preterm birth and maternal and infant mortality in Pittsburgh and beyond. Your support allows us to fund our mission and expand programs to help more families.

If you’re interested in helping fund the mission or joining us on November 9, please visit https://onecau.se/_eyzbm1.

10/15/2026

A special thank you to our Platinum sponsor UPMC and UPMC Health Plan. Together, we fight every day for the health of all moms and babies. We’re proud to be able to call on you to support families against the challenges of preterm birth and maternal and infant mortality in Pittsburgh and beyond. Your support allows us to fund our mission and expand programs to help more families.

If you’re interested in helping fund the mission or join us on November 9 please visit https://onecau.se/_eyzbm1.

10/14/2026

Thank you to our Bronze sponsors for your support of Pittsburgh March of Dimes Signature Chefs™ Auction on Monday, November 9th.

Allegheny Health Network
& Highmark BCBS
CED Mosebach Electric Supply
Crothall Healthcare
Ebara Elliott Energy
Gallagher
Highmark Wholecare
HUB International
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. "MEPPI"
Mercer
PwC
R.M. Stoof & Associates, Inc.
Sheetz
St. Clair Health
US Acute Care
West Penn Medical Staff
Zebra

Together, we fight every day for the health of all moms and babies. We’re proud to be able to call on you to support families against the challenges of preterm birth and maternal and infant mortality in Pennsylvania. Your support allows us to fund our mission and expand programs. You too can fund the mission at https://onecau.se/_eyzbm1.

10/13/2026

Preeclampsia is a serious health problem for pregnant people around the world. In the U.S., it affects about 1 in every 25 pregnancies. While most people who have preeclampsia have healthy babies, this condition can cause serious problems. People who have preeclampsia are more likely to deliver their baby too early (before 37 weeks of pregnancy).

If you’re at high risk for preeclampsia, your provider recommends low dose aspirin. Talk to your doctor about your risk and whether low dose aspirin is right for you.

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10/13/2026

What happens when research, experience and a shared commitment to moms and babies come together?

Our partnership with Ob Hospitalist Group brings together March of Dimes’ research, advocacy and convening expertise with Ob Hospitalist Group's experience supporting hospitals and health systems across the country.

Together, we’re working to raise awareness of maternity care access challenges and advance practical, sustainable solutions that can help communities strengthen access to care.

Improving maternity care takes all of us.

10/12/2026

Time is running out to make an impact!

The Circle K fundraising campaign benefiting March of Dimes ends this Thursday, and there's still time to help support moms, babies, and families.

If you're visiting Circle K this week, consider making a donation at checkout. Every gift helps advance our mission to improve maternal and infant health and create healthier beginnings for families everywhere.

Thank you to Circle K and everyone who has supported this campaign. Together, we're helping more moms and babies get the best possible start.

10/12/2026

Join us today in celebrating the rich culture, history, language, and tradition of Indigenous peoples. We also take a moment to recognize the ongoing challenges Indigenous peoples face in the U.S. such as discrimination, poverty, lack of access to healthcare and prenatal care, and more.

More than 25% of extremely low birthweight babies at Intermountain Health St. Vincent Hospital NICU in Billings, Montana are Native American. In an effort to provide culturally appropriate support, one of the things that the NICU Family Support team does is make moccasins from scratch for, and with, the families.

Together, we can all fight for understanding, respect, and health equity for Indigenous communities.

10/09/2026

We’re getting closer to The Collective, and we couldn’t do it without the support of our incredible sponsors. 💜

A story can change a conversation. A conversation can change a mind. Together, we can create change for moms and babies.

Your support helps create a space where influential women, families, and brands can come together to share stories, elevate important conversations and turn awareness into action.

Thank you for standing with moms and babies and for being part of what makes The Collective possible.

The Honest Company, Johnson & Johnson, Pampers, Philips Avent, HCA Healthcare,Clearblue, BD

10/09/2026

We don't play games when it comes to the health of moms and babies.

10/09/2026

Olivia had a vision for her birth experience. As a doula, she felt prepared and hoped for a birth with minimal medical intervention.

But when her blood pressure became elevated, her plans changed. Olivia navigated an unexpected induction, relying on trusted providers, support and the information they needed to make the best decisions for their growing family.

Pregnancy doesn't always go according to plan, but understanding the signs, risks and options can help families feel more informed and empowered along the way.

10/08/2026

Who is a hero that made all the difference in your family's NICU experience? Carter celebrated his first birthday visiting his family's favorite nurses in the NICU. "We couldn't have gone through this process without them," his mom Jayden says ().

Today is , a day where we recognize the everyday superheroes that help give every family the best possible start.

10/08/2026

Today your DAF can help support fundraising at March of Dimes like never before.

It’s DAF Day 2026, a nationwide celebration of generosity through Donor-Advised Funds. When you make a DAF gift to March of Dimes today, you’re helping us ensure better futures for all moms and babies.

Erica, Email & Mobile Marketing Specialist at March of Dimes, explains how you can donate directly to March of Dimes through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) in just a few clicks! When you contribute cash, securities or other non-cash assets to a DAF, you may be eligible to take an immediate income tax deduction. Then those funds can be invested for tax-free growth, and you can recommend grants to virtually any IRS-qualified public charity.

10/07/2026

When Erica was pregnant, doctors told her that her daughter, Nia, had a rare, lethal form of dwarfism and recommended she terminate the pregnancy. But Erica and her husband, Antoine disagreed and chose hope. After Nia was born, they learned she had been misdiagnosed. Nia spent 118 days in the NICU, underwent successful open-heart surgery, and is now thriving.

At a young age, Nia had experienced both Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and flu, but because Erica stayed on top of vaccinations and treatment, her symptoms weren't as severe as they might have been had she not been informed about preventive measures.

Did you know that most babies get Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) before their second birthday? While most healthy infants experience mild, cold-like symptoms, some are at risk of severe RSV. This includes babies who have health issues or weakened immune systems, are in daycare, or are exposed to secondhand smoke.

Talk to your baby's healthcare provider about ways to prevent RSV, especially if your baby falls into a high-risk category. Stay informed by learning about preventive measures that can help keep your baby safe and healthy.