Today in the U.S., 1 in every 8 babies will be born prematurely. In Texas, that rate jumps to 1 in 5. Some of them won't survive, and others will have health problems that could last a lifetime. The funds we raise in WalkAmerica support research that saves babies' lives.

AJ has been one of the lucky ones. Born 14 weeks early, he weighed only 18 ounces at birth. Today he is a smart, happy 4 year old boy who loves trains, race cars, singing, and playing with his friends. Many of the babies who shared the NICU experience with AJ will have long-term or even permanent physical disabilities and developmental delays.

We have chosen to support the March of Dimes to help research ways to prevent prematurity. Please help our family's mission by donating or walking with us on April 26th.

The mission of March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality.