Patricia Schaefer

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Why I march 2025

I will once again be walking in the Chicago March for Babies to be held on April 27, 2025.   20 years ago now, we lost my grandson, Dylan, to prematurity. We walk in honor of him and in celebration of his twin sister, Kayla, who pulled through her long and hard fight in the NICU. It was the March of Dimes that began the crusade over 50 years ago to develop surfactant therapy to treat respiratory distress syndrome, and their findings are what saved Kayla's life! I truly thank you for all your supports these years as this worthwhile cause is very dear to us. Please help me reach my goal for this important cause by making a donation. Every dollar counts and every dollar gets us closer to finding out why premature births happens and how to prevent it.  I know you all have been so generous over the years donating to the March of Dimes.  Any amount is appreciated.  Thank you all for your support in this worthwhile endeavor.  


Fundraising Activity

Recent donation and sponsor messages.
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BARBARA donated $61.80
9 days ago
"Wishing you and all the participants good weather and safe travels for the walk. Barb & Tom"
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Theresa donated $30.90
12 days ago
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Nancy donated $51.50
20 days ago
"Happy to support the March of Dimes in honor of Dylan and to celebrate Kayla. We will pray for beautiful weather for the annual walk. Dave & Nancy"
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Karen donated $103.00
29 days ago
"Here's to another success March for Babies. Congratulations to Pat and Team Kernan! "
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Peggy donated $51.50
2 months ago
"The March of Dimes is such a great organization and has helped so many. Way to go Pat and Team Kernan!"
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Dave donated $103.00
2 months ago
"Over twenty year of support for March of Dimes, you and your family have really made a difference."
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Rozalie donated $61.80
2 months ago
"We are happy to support this cause. From David and Rozalie Stovey"
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Barbara donated $25.75
2 months ago
"Here ya go Pat. What a worthwhile cause!"
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Patricia donated $1000.00
2 months ago

WE NEED TO UNITE, CONNECT AND FIGHT FOR FAMILIES

With preterm birth rates continuing to rise, the U.S. remains among the most dangerous developed nations for childbirth, especially for women and babies of color.

At March for Babies you're lifting up communities, creating connections and taking action to make America a more equitable place and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.

Together, we’re marching to raise funds and awareness to transform the health of all families!

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!


$1,489
Fundraising goal: $1,650
25 days
left until the event!
Sunday, April 27, 2025
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