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.  


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Rosemary donated $103.00
6 days ago
"It means so much to us to be able to support you and the March of Dimes! "
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Rozalie donated $61.80
14 days ago
"We are happy to support such a good cause. "
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Deborah donated $25.75
14 days ago
"Good luck on the walk. "
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Teresa donated $103.00
15 days ago
"Pat we are always glad to support the March of Dimes. Dave and Teresa"
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Barb donated $50.00
15 days ago
"Good Luck, Pat. Hope you have wonderful weather!"
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Barbara donated $25.75
15 days ago
"I like donating to March of Dimes. I love that you ask me."

When it comes to giving families the best possible start, we all have the power to help.

March of Dimes is dedicated to bringing people together to tackle America's maternal and infant health crisis—one person, one community, and one step at a time. More than a series of walks, March for Babies is an annual tradition that supports moms and babies every day, every step of the way.

March for Babies connects friends, families, and coworkers to improve the health of families nationwide. Together with March of Dimes, each step forward brings us closer to a healthy future for all.

Thank you for your support!


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Fundraising goal: $1,500
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Sunday, April 26, 2026
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