Pat Kernan

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Why I walk

As most of you know, Jenny and I are very involved with and forever indebted to the March of Dimes and we walk in March for Babies for Kayla and in memory of our son Dylan.  If it were not for the March of Dimes, I know that I would never be able to tell you how Kayla, our daughter, is the happiest and most positive young lady who loves reading, skiing, playing volleyball, hanging with her friends.    

Without the tireless efforts of organizations such as the March of Dimes, Kayla would not have had the chance of growing into the vibrant young lady she has become.  Kayla, and many other premature babies, have directly benefited from the medical research, services, and programs that are supported by the March of Dimes.  In fact, without surfactant therapy (to treat respiratory distress syndrome) developed by the March of Dimes, Kayla would not be with us today.   


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Michael donated $1000.00
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James donated $772.50
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momo donated $257.50
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"You guys inspire us. Great to see "
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Tim donated $515.00
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"Great work as always Kernans!!"
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Maurice donated $1030.00
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Sam donated $1000.00
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"Great job as always IPK !!"
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Steven donated $2575.00
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"Go Team Kernan!!!"
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Brendan donated $103.00
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$515.00 was donated by Anonymous
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"Hi Pat, it’s great to see that you continue to support March of Dimes, and to see your family’s story each year. All the best. Paul (and great to see you at the most recent Hull dinner). "
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Thomas donated $515.00
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"The Pradd Family is happy to donate to such a great cause. Truly impressive work over the years by you and your family Pat."
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kraig donated $103.00
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Michael donated $257.50
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"happy to help a great cause!!"
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Dan donated $100.00
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Michael donated $2575.00
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"Go Team Kernan!"
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David donated $500.00
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Patrick donated $257.50
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"Amazing job "
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Aaron donated $257.50
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ian donated $18000.00
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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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