MARCH FOR BABIES: A MOTHER OF A MOVEMENT™

 
 

Lehigh Valley StepUp

Raised to date
$90,908
Our goal $360,000
 
Arts Quest
101 Founders Way , Bethlehem, PA 18015
Date: Friday, May 15, 2020 10:00 AM
 
Date: May 15, 2020
Event Time: 10:00 AM
Registration Time: 9:00AM
Location:
101 Founders Way , Bethlehem, PA 18015
Arts Quest

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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ABOUT MARCH FOR BABIES

THE MONEY YOU RAISE MAKES AN IMPACT

During the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, moms and babies can’t wait. Delivery can’t wait.

By joining March for Babies Step Up! you are helping moms and babies across the country, during a time when it’s needed most. Thanks to you we are adding new programs and resources to help families during the COVID-19 crisis and beyond.

Your fundraising supports:

  • Free virtual NICU support program for families
  • Virtual prenatal programs for moms-to-be
  • COVID-19 interventions and support for moms and babies
  • Educational programs, including live Facebook panel discussions, to get info into hands of moms and families
  • Necessary supplies for expectant mothers including blood pressure cuffs and masks

and so much more!

There are so many ways to join March for Babies Step Up!

  1. Register here at marchforbabies.org by clicking "JOIN THIS EVENT".
  2. After registering, you can download the app to participate in our step-tracking challenges.
  3. Start stepping and share your story using #MarchforBabies and #MFBStepUp! You can use our fun social tools to help you spread the word!
  4. Request pledges from friends and family – don’t be shy!
  5. And don’t forget to make your own donation!

You can earn fun March of Dimes fundraising rewards – now through August 15!

And don’t forget - March of Dimes is here to serve as a resource for you, providing the latest information on COVID-19 on our webpage. You can also learn about our newly launched COVID-19 Intervention and Support Fund to ensure families stay informed about COVID-19, and that interventions are developed with moms and babies top of mind and then distributed so everyone across our country has access. Find more here.

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EXPERIENCE PROGRESS* $90,908 RAISED (As of Friday, Apr 26, 2024)

Raised: $90,908

 
Top fundraisers
 
1
Deb Chisca
$2,591
2
VICKI Irwin
$2,215
3
Kathy Schwartz
$1,585
4
Cheryl Gough
$1,372
5
Stephanie Ochse
$1,212
Top family teams
 
1
Ethan and Owen - Mighty Miracles
$3,625
2
Team O & Rhy
$2,255
3
Mr. Bright Eyes
$1,212
4
Elle's Elephants
$1,040
5
Macson`s Mates
$1,018
Company, School & Org
 
1
AIR PRODUCTS
$8,171
2
LEHIGH VALLEY HEALTH NETWORK
$3,607
3
ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
$1,942
4
SANOFI PASTEUR - HEADQUARTERS
$1,585
5
CIGNA - PA
$1,319
 
 
*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!
 

Our ambassador

 

 

Atticus Krattinger

It was around Thanksgiving 2014 when Mary Ellen and Anthony found out they would soon be the parents of two babies under the age of two. Baby Atticus was due to arrive around July 13, 2015; instead, he made his grand entrance on April 22, 2015 at only 28 weeks gestation. The average baby weighs 2lbs. 4oz. at 28 weeks gestation and is about the size of a zucchini. Atticus was born via emergency C-section at 5:13pm on April 22, 12 weeks earlier than anticipated after a follow up growth scan showed he was measuring 4 weeks behind and he was in distress. At birth, Atticus weighed 1lb. 8oz., which is about the size of a papaya, Atticus was intubated, he received a quick kiss from his mother and was whisked off to the NICU where he could receive intensive care. His parents were told he had a 63% chance of survival. It was not until May 5, 2015 that Atticus’ mother was able to hold her son; it was another 80 days until he was strong enough to go home. During his 93 days in the NICU, the local nurse ambassador was sure to make every Holiday a special day for them, as they were there for Mother’s day, Father’s Day and the Fourth of July. This year Atticus turns five, he is in Pre-K, loves soccer, Muppet Babies, Mario Kart and is thriving.

Rewards

 
$100
- Early Bird! “Wear Your Why” button for $100 online by 8 weeks before your event
$100
- Official March for Babies event t-shirt
$250
- March for Babies camp mug OR bamboo lunchbox + event t-shirt
$500
- March for Babies Game Day Jersey OR Game Day Stool + event t-shirt
$500
- Personalized "Why I Walk" sign displayed on the walk route
$1,000
- Champion for Babies Medal + pullover OR bluetooth speaker + event t-shirt
$2,500
- Champion for Babies Medal + duffel OR fleece + event t-shirt
$5,000
- Champion for Babies Medal + vest OR 1/2 zip shirt + event t-shirt
$7,500
- Champion for Babies Medal + rain jacket OR 2-person seat + event t-shirt
$10,000
- Champion for Babies Medal + Beats headphones OR heat vest + event t-shirt
 
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