March of Dimes is a national nonprofit organization focused on improving the health of mothers and babies through research, community programs, education, and public policy advocacy; originally founded in 1938 to combat polio, it now emphasizes preventing preterm birth, reducing maternal and infant mortality, addressing birth defects, and advancing health equity.
Maternal and infant health policy; preterm birth prevention and research funding; access to prenatal, perinatal, and postpartum care; Medicaid and insurance coverage for pregnant people; maternal mortality and morbidity reduction; newborn screening and immunization; paid family leave and workplace protections; health equity and social determinants of health.
Primarily individual donations and fundraising events, supplemented by corporate partnerships and sponsorships, grants, and philanthropic contributions.
Network of state and local March of Dimes chapters, partnerships with hospitals and academic research centers, and collaborations with public health agencies and maternal-child health advocacy organizations.
Non-profit (national health advocacy organization)
