Mission
Prematurity is the #1 killer of babies in the United States. We are working to change that and help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies. From polio to prematurity the March of Dimes has focused on researching the problems that threaten our children and finding ways to prevent them.
Mission
Prematurity is the #1 killer of babies in the United States. We are working to change that and help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies. From polio to prematurity the March of Dimes has focused on researching the problems that threaten our children and finding ways to prevent them.
Fighting premature birth: The Prematurity Campaign
Learn about our mission to end prematurity, adopted to address the growing crisis of premature birth in the US and help families have full-term, healthy babies.
Community impact
March of Dimes Foundation staff and volunteers working in every state play a vital role in improving maternal and child health in their communities. Find out the impact we are having on families and health professionals throughout the country.
Global programs
The March of Dimes is working hard to have premature birth and birth defects recognized as significant global public health priorities. Read more.
Annual report
Our work continues to make sure babies get the strongest start possible. The preterm birth rate in the United States fell for the 6th consecutive year. Find out more.
About us
From polio to prematurity, learn how the mission of the March of Dimes has evolved since solving one major children's health crisis.
We Won't Stop
See all the ways we fight for healthy families in our new awareness campaign video.
Prematurity Campaign Collaborative Newsletter
Find out what we're doing to achieve equity and improvements in preterm birth.
