March for Babies

Massachusetts

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Hatch Memorial Shell
Hatch Shell - 47 David G Mugar Way , Boston, MA 02114

Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025 10:30 AM

Date: May 10, 2025

Event Time: 10:30 AM

Registration Time: 9:00AM

Location:

Hatch Shell - 47 David G Mugar Way , Boston, MA 02114

Hatch Memorial Shell

Important Update

Our March for Babies celebration is still on, but it looks a little different! We are rapidly preparing for a new, virtualized event that will be fun and engaging for everyone. This change in format aligns with the newly released CDC guidance for large events, to help ensure the safety and health of our participants. More details on our new format to come soon!

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This year, March for Babies: A Mother of a Movement™ has a bold new vision. More than just a walk, it’s your entry into making a visible difference in your community now and for generations to come.
By participating in March for Babies, you’re lifting up communities for health equity, opening the door for all moms to have access to care and protecting the health of families by pushing for their rights. It’s no small feat—it’s a mother of a movement!
Start or join an existing team today, create an online fundraising page and let everyone know that you’re helping to make America a more equitable place and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.

EVENT DETAILS:

Hatch Shell, Boston

9:00am Registration, Family Friendly Activities and Food Trucks

10:15am and 10:30am Super Hero Sprint on the Field

10:45am Program from the stage

11am Walk begins 1.2 Mile path along the Charles River

Please don’t hesitate to reach out, we’re excited to meet you and support you:

Julia Vose, Executive Director for March of Dimes Massachusetts:

[email protected]

Shelli Stevens, Director of Donor Development for March of Dimes Massachusetts:

[email protected]

Please make out all checks to March of Dimes and include team name and Massachusetts in the memo field.

You can send any check or cash donations to the address below:
March of Dimes Boston/New England
Attn: Kendall Duprey
519 Somerville Ave
Suite 2, #153
Somerville, MA 02134

About the local event

ABOUT MARCH FOR BABIES

Join the movement! This year, March for Babies: A Mother of a Movement™ has a bold new vision. More than just a walk, it’s your entry into making a visible difference in your community now and for generations to come. By participating in March for Babies, you’re lifting up communities for health equity, opening the door for all moms to have access to care and protecting the health of families by pushing for their rights.?It’s no small feat—it’s a mother of a movement!

To view photos from last year's?Boston March for Babies event CLICK HERE!

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Start or join an existing team today, create an online fundraising page and let everyone know that you’re helping to make our community a more equitable place to give birth and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.

T-SHIRTS: We will be providing March for Babies event t-shirts to any registered participant who raises and/or donates $100 or more.

Event progress* $280,709 RAISED (As of Friday, Apr 25, 2025)

Raised: $280,709

Top fundraisers

Jocelyn Wackrow

$23,977

Stephanie Shine

$11,338

Kim Strout

$5,748

Craig Best

$5,675

Julie White

$5,207

Rachel Lawlor

$5,060

Jennifer Law

$4,851

Omari Young

$4,798

Becky Mac

$4,092

Estefania + Charles Moore

$3,871

Kellie Powers

$2,936

Jamie Sroczynski

$2,891

Shelli Stevens

$2,825

Hannah Nash

$2,816

Henry McMillan

$2,614

Dallas Reed

$2,521

Chloe Schwartz

$2,252

Samantha Osborne

$2,234

Elizabeth Shaughnessy

$2,170

LouAnn Santaniello

$2,031

Andrew Britt

$1,903

Molly Baab

$1,889

Lori Istok

$1,826

Shuli Aronson

$1,790

Collin De La Bruere

$1,686

Nicole Vera

$1,645

Alyssa Marshall

$1,587

Katelyn Breen

$1,486

Julia vose

$1,469

MARTHA WILLIAMS

$1,424

Alie Basil

$1,343

Melissa Rosenblatt

$1,329

Jaimie Leonard

$1,206

Amanda Dougherty

$1,141

Jacqui Gover

$1,052

Meghan Britt

$1,033

Rachel Andler

$1,013

Laura Elsbeth

$1,004

Michelle Fallon

$932

Crystal Haynes Copithorne

$928

Aisha M

$874

Kristin Introvigne

$845

Carrie Precourt

$800

Erin Zwaska

$749

Chelsea Rogas

$732

Sara Martin

$715

Chi Eta Zeta Youth

$704

Trystan Hogan

$697

LKel Little

$678

Michelle Hurley

$607

Top family teams

Taylor Tot

$25,409

Boston Marathon

$15,588

Best 4 Babies

$6,668

Banking on Change

$5,748

MarchingDucklings

$4,955

Tiny Flutters

$4,092

Lauren's Rainbow

$3,602

Simon Says, "March!"

$3,486

Charliebug

$3,056

The Townies

$3,029

The Powers Squad

$2,936

In Memory of Colden Reed

$2,592

Raising Kane

$2,521

The Copithorne Family

$2,413

William's Warriorss

$2,234

Will-Power

$1,826

Maeve's Marchers

$1,510

Goldstein Get Together

$1,447

Justice for Infants Boston

$1,044

Pint-sized Heroes - MA

$800

Trevors Team

$784

Georgie's Purpose

$617

L Sprouts Mamas

$550

RI Mundys

$519

Team Skow

$490

Rae of LIGHT

$433

Every Daley Hustlin'

$305

The Morning Glories

$272

Natalya Warriors

$203

TNT TEENIE N TUFF

$172

Individual-Boston

$165

Goldstarz preemies

$146

Ollies Crew

$123

Grayson & Oliver

$110

Tiptoes for Thomas

$41

Baby Victory

$21

Company, School & Org

BWH STROLLERS

$22,160

BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS - MA

$8,768

MGH TEAM

$8,631

MARCH OF DIMES - MA MASSACHUSETTS

$7,244

ALPHA PHI ALPHA - MA

$5,211

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY - MA

$4,888

NEWTON-WELLESLEY HOSPITAL

$4,505

BANK OF AMERICA - MA

$2,859

GRANITE TELECOMMUNICATIONS

$1,903

BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER

$1,881

SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL

$1,581

HOLLAND & KNIGHT

$1,429

TUFTS MEDICAL CENTER - MA

$1,207

AWHONN AVENGERS - MA

$1,093

WOMEN & INFANTS HOSPITAL- RI

$678

MAMAVA

$520

DELTA SIGMA THETA - MA

$412

CENTER FOR BIRTH DEFECTS: MA

$391

BOARD OF DIRECTORS - MA

$332

FAMILY TEAMS - MASSACHUSETTS

$178

CLEARVIEW HEALTHCARE PARTNERS

$52

*The total amount displayed reflects the amount on the team or personal fundraising progress bar. If the progress bar is not displayed on the team or personal page, the team/person won't be displayed on the leaderboard. Leaderboard totals reflect cash and checks marked "received" on the online sponsor form as well as credit card and PayPal donations. Team captains can enter as cash and mark "received" any money raised through promotions, such as bake sales and casual days and any sponsorship money paid to the March of Dimes, on their team's online form. Record all donations on your online sponsor form before you turn in cash and checks to the March of Dimes!

The Powers Family

Kellie Powers

On March 8, 2018, Kellie Powers arrived at South Shore Hospital for a routine ultrasound. She had been feeling unwell, but it was initially thought to be a virus. That morning, her symptoms worsened, and after an evaluation, doctors discovered she was 7 centimeters dilated—already in labor at just 31 weeks. Despite efforts to delay delivery, her twin daughters arrived early on March 9. Peyton was born at 3:54 AM, weighing 3 pounds 10 ounces, followed by Paige at 4:01 AM, weighing 3 pounds 9 ounces. After a brief moment together, they were taken to the NICU, where they faced challenges such as breathing support, feeding tubes, and jaundice treatment. Kellie developed postpartum complications, including a severe infection requiring extended hospitalization. After 39 and 42 days in the NICU, Peyton and Paige were finally discharged. Kellie and Jeff became dedicated supporters of the March of Dimes. However, three years later, their son Luke was born at just 23 weeks and 6 days. Despite a courageous fight, he passed away in their arms after developing a severe brain bleed. Determined to prevent another premature birth resulting in loss, Kellie underwent a transabdominal cerclage in 2023. When she became pregnant again, she was closely monitored, but at 24 weeks, her water broke. Hospitalized on bed rest, she defied the odds and remained pregnant for another eight weeks. On July 15, 2024, their son Jack was born at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He faced initial NICU challenges but was discharged after 25 days. Kellie again experienced postpartum complications requiring readmission. The Powers family has witnessed both the miracles and heartbreak of premature birth. Their unwavering support of the March of Dimes is rooted in their desire to fund research that can prevent other families from experiencing similar losses. They honor Luke’s memory by advocating for healthier pregnancies and stronger beginnings for all babies.